Polyp removal

I had a sigmoidoscopy yesterday to remove a rectal sessile polyp. Everything went well but last night I started to have bleeding from back passage and this morning passed a small clot.no bowel movement as yet just wind then a bit of fresh blood. Is this normal. Don't want to bother the hospital.

  • Hi Isabel 29 and thank you for your post.

    I am sorry to hear about the symptoms you are having and appreciate they can be a worry.

    It can be common after a colonoscopy to have some blood in your poo or bleeding from your bottom for a couple of days.

    I would recommend consulting the hospital since they are familiar with the precise procedure that you had.  They may be able to give you specific advice that relates more to you.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Tina