Could this be a Metformin side effect? Either way- what should I do??

TinaMarieWelch · 06-17-2008, 11:47 PM

OK. This definitely falls in the TMI category, but I need advice.

Shortly after starting Met, I've had blood in my stool. It's bright red, which indicated that the bleeding is happening near the anus- but I don't get ANY on the TP unless I've had a BM. (So I guess it's not THAT close to the outside, KWIM?)

What should I do? Should I call my OBGYN or my GP? Or someone else entirely? I've never had issues with this region of my body before! LOL

gothgrrl81 · 06-19-2008, 04:13 PM

It's entirely possible you have a hemorrhoid. You should be able to call whichever doctor you want, they might need you to come in for a quick checkup.

zee · 06-19-2008, 04:28 PM

yup, hemmroids was what I was thinking too! Seeing the Dr will be a good idea- meanwhile - Does it itch or pain? if so you can use anusol (cream available over the counter) and sitz baths (again available over the counter - you soak yourself in hot or cold water for a few minutes - it really soothes. I personally prefer hot water - it brings great relief if there is pain or itch)

eeyore1978 · 06-19-2008, 04:48 PM

I JUST had this happen to me yesterday. I would say that 80% of my stool was bright red blood. I panicked because both my mom and grandma have had colon cancer. My dad told me to wait and see if it happened again and, if so, to schedule an appointment. I have had several more BMs and no more blood. If yours is pretty regular, I would make an appointment just to be on the safe side. Even if it something as small as a hemmoroid, it'll make you feel better to find out. Good luck!

DewDrops · 06-19-2008, 05:40 PM

Are you sure you didn't eat anything with red dye? marishino cherries, grenadine, and red pistacheos will do it!!

TinaMarieWelch · 06-19-2008, 11:40 PM

Definitely not dye.

Thanks for the optimism, though!

It's not a one time thing- it's been almost a week now.

The only reason I *don't* think it's a hemorrhoid is b/c it doesn't bother me any other time. There's discomfort when I'm passing a BM, but that's it.

I've had a tiny tear from a large BM before, but this is not right there on the outside of the anus- it's definitely inside.

I guess a call to the doctor is in order. Man, I don't want to go THERE- but I'd hate to think it's something more serious. *sigh*

THANKS FOR THE THOUGHTS, LADIES! I REALLY APPRECIATE IT!!!