Haematochezia (or hematochezia; also haemochezia or hemochezia) (from Greek αἷμα (`blood`) and χέζειν (`to defaecate`)) is the passage of fresh blood through the anus, usually in or with stools (contrast with melena). Haematochezia is commonly associated with lower gastrointestinal bleeding, but may also occur from a brisk upper gas... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hematochezia
Hematochezia: Bright red blood in the stool, usually from the lower gastrointestinal tract -- the colon or rectum -- or from hemorrhoids. The term 'hematochezia' is rarely used. 'Bright red blood in the stool' is more widely used (and understood). Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=18453