What causes rectal bleeding during constipation in pregnant women?
Disease description:
After being pregnant for six months, I started experiencing constipation and rectal bleeding. I would like to know what causes constipation and rectal bleeding in pregnant women?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Zhengxin
Rectal bleeding due to constipation in pregnant women is usually caused by conditions such as hemorrhoids or anal fissures. During pregnancy, the growing fetus and uterine pressure can reduce bowel function, making pregnant women more susceptible to conditions like hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and rectal polyps, which can lead to harder stools. When defecating, these hard stools may easily damage the intestinal mucosa, resulting in bleeding. Pregnant women experiencing such symptoms should seek timely medical treatment.
