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If I’ve noticed blood in my stool, does that mean I have colorectal cancer?

No. Several conditions – including hemorrhoids, anal fissures and ulcerative colitis – can be responsible for blood in the stool. Because of the life-threatening nature of colorectal cancer, however, you should always consult a physician to determine the cause.


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