Question 1

i have ablack stool during 2 month after birth my baby i have natural delivary is black stool is bad or not? what is reason

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Most of the time black stool is not of concern.
Lots of things can make stool black - iron pills, pepto bismal, etc. 
So unless it continues, don't worry.
However, bleeding from the upper intestinal track - ulcers, polyps, inflammation does turn stool black.
So, if it continues and you are not on iron post-delivery, do see a doctor. Tests can easily determine if you have a problem.
Peter wilk, md.

Question 2

might eating oreos cause you to have black stools?

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No: If you have black, tarry malodorous stool please seek prompt medical attention for possible GI bleeding.

Question 3

what causes black stool?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes it is: caused by things like iron supplementation or Peptobismal. If there is black, tarry malodorous stool it could be GI bleeding and should prompt medical evaluation. Take care.

Question 4

can iron in women cause black stools?

Accepted Answer

Melena ?: Dark-colored stools may result from iron supplements, foods you eat (like a lot of spinach), substances (like peptobismol), but most significantly suggests bleeding. When blood is denatured by acid in your stomach, as from ulcers, stools will turn tarry ("melena"). Blood may also be ingested from nose bleeds, bleeding gums... Persistent melena (without obvious cause) & symptoms warrants md visit.

Question 5

what is a common cause for black stool?

Accepted Answer

Variable: But most concerning is a bleeding site in the upper GI tract which turns black when exposed to gastric acids. This can progress very rapidly to a very serious and life threatening situation. Non serious causes can be any meds containing bismuth such as pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) and certain foods. You should see your doctor promptly for evaluation and referral if indicated.

Question 6

when is black stool a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

: "Black stools" can occur from diet sources, but also may occur from intestinal bleeding.  Consult your phyisician for stool testing, and if positive for blood, get a gastroenterologist referral for diagnosis and guidance.

Question 7

what is the reason for having black stools?

Accepted Answer

Possibly melena: Dark-colored stools may result from iron supplements, foods you eat (like a lot of spinach), substances (like peptobismol), but most significantly suggests bleeding. When blood is denatured by acid in your stomach, as from ulcers, stools will turn tarry ("melena"). Blood may also be ingested from nose bleeds, bleeding gums... Persistent melena (without obvious cause) & symptoms warrants md visit.

Question 8

what would cause black stools in a 14 month old?

Accepted Answer

Possible blood: Black stools could be from a number of things, but it is very important to make sure it is not caused by an intestinal bleeding high in the gut. You need to take the baby and the black stool  to the doctor so he/she can test the stool for blood.

Question 9

can eating oreo black cause you to have black stool?

Accepted Answer

If you: Enough of them yes and due mostly to the artificial food coloring and chemicals in packaged cookies. Eat healthier home baked cookies, in general better for you than store bought packaged cookies. Too many preservatives and other things that potentially are causing long term consequences and harm.

Question 10

what causes black stools? can dehydration cause black stools?

Accepted Answer

: The most serious thing to check is to be certain this is not bleeding. Black stools can represent bleeding higher in the GI tract. The stools should be checked for microscopic blood and, if positive, a GI doctor should be seen. An EGD and colonoscopy will then likely be needed to find out exactly where there is bleeding and what the diagnosis is-that is, what the etiology of the bleeding is.

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