Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hematochezia
Noun
/ˌhiː.mə.təˈkiː.zi.ə/
Definition
Hematochezia is the passage of fresh red blood from the rectum, often indicating a problem in the lower gastrointestinal tract.
Examples
- A patient presented with hematochezia after experiencing severe abdominal pain.
- The doctor advised further tests to determine the cause of the hematochezia.
- Hematochezia can be alarming and requires immediate medical attention.
Meaning
This term is used in a medical context to describe the symptoms related to the presence of blood in stool, particularly when it is bright red or maroon.
Synonyms
- Rectal bleeding
- Blood in stool
- Bright red blood per rectum
