tarry stool (a sign of old blood/bleeding in the upper GI tract) Vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds Seek immediate medical attention or call 911 if you have excessive bleeding ...

From digestive conditions to more serious health concerns, discover why medical experts emphasize the importance of not ignoring blood in your stool.

While not everyone with Crohn’s disease experiences bleeding, it can be a common ... but it can affect any part of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract from the mouth to the anus.