Rectal bleeding is a common symptom in adults. For most people, it is intermittent and resolves quickly, sometimes without treatment. A lot of people do not seek medical attention when they notice rectal bleeding, perhaps because they have no other troubling symptoms. Rectal bleeding can be a sign of significant health problems, though, so it is important to have it checked by a doctor.

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