- male
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I had fistula surgery a month ago but I'm still seeing dark maroon blood in my stool. Is this normal or should I be worried? What could be causing this?
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Seeing dark maroon blood in stool after fistula surgery, even a month later, is not normal and should be evaluated by a doctor. While some bleeding is expected in the initial stages of recovery, continued bleeding can indicate a complication or a return of the fistula
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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