Re: Hemorrhoids are Bleeding (was: Re: Hemorrhoids: (was: Fleshy Bumps around Anus)
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 8 Apr 2002 20:06:55 -0500 (CDT)
If you think it's important then it's important. You can always leave a
message about the blood and if the doctor wishes to call you back, fine.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
Dr. M
At Sat, 6 Apr 2002, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote:
>
>I have another question - now that i know I have hemorrhoids.
>
>I was unable to have a bm for 3-4 days after my exam. I finally had one
>last night, but there was some blood.
>
>I know you're supposed to tell your doctor about rectal bleeding, (for
>diagnostic purposes) but since I already know I have hemorroids, is this
>important?
>
>I am a little embarassed to call back again and tell them I'm bleeding,
>because I've already called them to get clarification on the bowel
>movement issue.
>
>I just hate to call again. I don't want to be a difficult patient.
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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