What causes blood in bowel movement?
Patient: My 5yr old daughter just had a bowel movement and asked for help wiping. When I wiped her, the toilet paper had light pink blood on it. Her bum looks a little irritated, and she said it hurt a little when she went potty. What could be the cause of this and should I take her to the ER for this? Doctor: Hi,From history it seems that there might be having some soreness on the part due to having some local skin infection giving this problem.Due to constipation and giving more pressure to pas stool might hurt this region.Having worm infestation might produce irritation or itching might caused this lesion.Apply antibiotic cream locally.Avoid constipation.Give plenty of water.Ok and take care