Bloody diarrhea
Passage of many stools containing blood.
Also called: Blood in stool, Bloody stool, Bloody bowel movement, Bloody diarrhea.
Conditions associated with bloody diarrhea
The following conditions have been associated with bloody diarrhea in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7
Any Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the IFIH1 gene....
Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica
Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Cocaine intoxication
Cocaine intoxication is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome
Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, including Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis, causing abdominal...
Marburg hemorrhagic fever
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Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis-thrombocytopenia syndrome
Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis-thrombocytopenia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated...
Necrotizing enterocolitis
Necrotizing enterocolitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Neuroendocrine tumor of anal canal
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Neuroendocrine tumor of stomach
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Neuroendocrine tumor of the rectum
Neuroendocrine tumor of the rectum is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Plague
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Shiga toxin-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome
Shiga toxin-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sy...
Shigellosis
Shigellosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate bloody diarrhea
When investigating bloody diarrhea, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Crp Test C-Reactive Protein
This blood test measures levels of CRP to help indicate if cases of inflammation or infection are occurring. I...
Fecal Calprotectin
Helps distinguish inflammatory bowel disease from irritable bowel syndrome....
Gastrointestinal Health Tests
Fast, easy and affordable gastrointestinal lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply orde...
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)
Assesses low-level inflammation and cardiovascular risk....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside bloody diarrhea
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if bloody diarrhea is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom bloody diarrhea mean?
Bloody diarrhea is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Passage of many stools containing blood.
Which conditions are associated with bloody diarrhea?
Bloody diarrhea has been reported in association with 15 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7, Amoebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica, Cocaine intoxication, Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, Infection-related hemolytic uremic syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about bloody diarrhea?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.