Irishguy
Thanks for a very reassuring response. It's good to know we have poop parity. I think you are spot-on about diet and an increase in roughage is called for and maybe a change in toilet tissue. I think I may "road test" (no jokes about skid marks please!) one of the aloe vera infused varieties. i also read that good bumcare is warranted. warm baths, careful cleansing, drying properly and the application of a topical cream when things get sore. Ive found Sudacrem works wonders in this department. I've had the blood spots too over many years but slightly more since the op. It always calms down after application of said cream and postive dietary changes. incidentally, I sometimes have found that over-use of vitamin supplements, specifically vitamin C, can lead to a sore arse. The non-acidic Ester-C varieties are best. Likewise Ive started to cut down on acidic foods like apples and this helps too.
Of course, if bum symptoms don't resolve or get worse, it's always best to get a doc to check it out. Make 'em work for the money!!!
ATB
Tim