Word of the Day- Day 8

B) Fresh blood per rectum

  • Hematochezia is:
  • A) Black stool
  • B) Fresh blood per rectum
  • C) Vomiting blood
  • D) Blood in urine
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Yes, Hematochezia is the Blood during defecation.

Hematochezia refers to the passage of fresh, bright‑red blood through the anus, usually mixed with or seen on the stool. It indicates Lower GI bleeding.

Lower gastrointestinal bleeding…

Hematochezia meaning fresh blood per rectum.
it helps in identifying lower GI bleeding.