02. change in bowel habits or Blood in your bowel motions
Piles is the major cause of blood in the bowel motions. This condition is brought on by straining when going to the toilet.
Furthermore, blood in your bowel movements can be a symptom of a more serious condition such as bowel cancer, so it’s important to get it checked out.
Most cases of bowel cancer are in older people, with more than 9 out of 10 cases in people over 50. If you’re younger, bowel changes are likely to be caused by other medical conditions but if you’ve noticed any lasting bowel changes, you should seek medical advice.
