How often does intestinal polyp cause rectal bleeding?
Aug 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Feng
Introduction
In general, the frequency of rectal bleeding in patients with intestinal polyps is not fixed—it may occur every few days or every few months. Most intestinal polyps are benign. Small polyps may not cause any symptoms, including rectal bleeding, especially in the early stages. These small polyps usually take a long time to grow into larger ones. When intestinal polyps become larger, repeated friction or inflammation can irritate the polyps, leading to bleeding.
In general, the frequency of rectal bleeding in patients with intestinal polyps is not fixed—it may occur every few days or every few months. The details are as follows:
Most intestinal polyps are benign. Small polyps may not cause any symptoms in the early stages, including rectal bleeding. These small polyps usually take a long time to grow into larger ones. When polyps become large, repeated friction or inflammation may damage the polyp tissue, potentially leading to bleeding. However, without external stimulation, bleeding typically does not occur. Therefore, the frequency of rectal bleeding varies and can range from several days to several months, depending on the location, size, number of polyps, and degree of inflammation.
In summary, the occurrence of rectal bleeding in patients with intestinal polyps is unstable. However, once a patient experiences rectal bleeding, it should be taken seriously, and prompt medical evaluation and treatment at a正规 hospital are essential.
