Hi all,

I had experienced blood in my stool (occasionally) over the past year which lead me to slowly be anemic. I was put on iron supplements and since then my hemoglobin has entered back into the normal range. For most of the time I have been on the supplements (2 months) I have notice blood in my stool very infrequently... only when I strain on the toilet or eat VERY large spicy meals.

In the past 2-3 days I have noticed blood in my stool most of the time I go to the bathroom. It's not always present when I wipe, but is obvious in the toilet as a medium (not dark not bright) red cloud "floating" around my stool.

First... Any ideas as to what could be causing this? It's been happening despite me being very careful to not strain and eat good foods.

Also, since I am freaking out.. It has been a little over 2 years since my takedown surgery. I've only had pouchitis once and it was very soon following surgery.

I've always been horrified about the possibility of being rediagnosed with chrones. Since I am two years out and have had no problems yet, is it less likely for me to be diagnosed with chrones? Is it true that the farther out you get from takedown with no complications, the less likely it is for you to have chrones, or does this not matter at all?

Thank you for all of your help; It is truly appreciated.

P.S... there have been no other changes besides the blood. No more frequency, no pain, etc.