Question
What’s happening when there are large blood clots and blood in the stools during defecation?
Answer
Gastrointestinal bleeding could be the cause of this symptom. It is advisable to go to the hospital immediately for routine stool and blood tests, or for a gastroscopy or colonoscopy to determine the location of the bleeding. If the bleeding continues, it may lead to anemia or even shock, so it needs to be addressed promptly and medication should be taken under the guidance of a medical professional. Do not self-medicate.