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We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Rectal bleeding usually refers to bleeding from the anus, rectum, or colon, all of which are the final portions of the digestive tract.
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We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Hemorrhoids are the most common cause of rectal bleeding, but there are many possible reasons it might occur. Read on to find out more about why you might experience rectal bleeding and what to do if it happens. Causes of rectal bleeding can range from mild to serious.
Back to Health A to Z. A small amount of one-off bleeding from the bottom is not usually a serious problem. But a GP can check. They can arrange a phone call from a nurse or doctor if you need one. Go to
