Question 1

pains in back at various sites at various times of the day. bowel movement seems to relieve pain. bowel movement brown but with tiny black specks?

Accepted Answer

?diverticulitis: Diverticulitis commonly causes left lower abdominal pain, sometimes exacerbated/relieved by a bowel movement.  Inflammatory colitises can cause symptoms. Constipation.  You should see a doctor if it has lasted longer than a few days or if it is severe and limiting your daily activities.. There are other causes as well and you may require a ct scan or colonoscopy to help sort them out.

Question 2

bowel movement, came out black.  i ate brown/black rice the night before.  the morning bowel movement wasn't black.  should i be worried? no pain.

Accepted Answer

Yes, : You should have it checked; painless dark stools should always be investigated to rule out any serious problems such as ulcers and lower intestinal bleeding.

Question 3

what's wrong if my bowel movement is black?

Accepted Answer

Black Stool: Black stool can represent life threatening GI bleeding.  There are some pills and foods that mimic this, but in general black stool should never be ignored.

Question 4

my partner has black black bowel movement but not every day?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation Needed: Your partner should get evaluated as there are many reasons for black bm's.

Question 5

i have been noticing thin black string like things after a normal bowel movement in the toilet. they are about 1/2 in long and thin.

Accepted Answer

Food fibers: Undigested fibers in the food are the most likely explanation. It is not a disorder and should not be of any concern. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco or alcohol in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 6

if i have a normal brown bowel movement in the morning and then its black in the afternoon and then brown again at night....should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Black stools: The black stools may be due to something you are eating or medication you are taking. However, you should make sure you are not passing blood in your stool so see your doctor

Question 7

what does it mean if you have black bowel movements? have not had a bowel movement in three days

Accepted Answer

Hello. : Hello. You could have black stool if you are taking certain medications/ supplements like pepto bismal or iron. If you have tarry, sticky, smelling stool that is black, it is likely to be gastrointestinal bleeding and needs evaluation.

Question 8

does your stool get darker if you don't have a bowel movement for 2_3 days. not black but reg and dark brown together?

Accepted Answer

: Change in stool color depends mostly on your diet, less likely the stool transit time. Of course, some diseases can change to stool color, such as bleeding from your upper GI tract can make the stool dark black or the stool becomes light or even white when the bile duct is obstructed.

Question 9

what could cause a black spot in bowel movement?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: Black spots could be from iron either tablets or if concentrated in foods like broccoli. It can also be from the bismuth in pepto bismo.
Gastrointestinal bleeding from an ulcer can cause black tarry stools, but it is usually more than just a single spot.

Question 10

so i have had an on going issue any time i have a bowel movement, it will be bloody btu
brihht red or black it also is very mucousy and sticky like rubber cement. last thing if u break it on the side its like dry it  wil?

Accepted Answer

Bowel problems: From your description, mucous in stool with blood can be a sign of inflammatory bowel disease. Would recommend seeing a gastroenterologist for stool exams and possible colonoscopy. In the meantime, stay well hydrated with water, exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet and avoid caffeine, alcohol and spicy/greasy foods.

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Pains in back at various sites at various times of the day. bowel movement seems to relieve pain. bowel movement brown but with tiny black specks?

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Bowel movement, came out black. i ate brown/black rice the night before. the morning bowel movement wasn't black. should i be worried? no pain.

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What's wrong if my bowel movement is black?

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My partner has black black bowel movement but not every day?

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I have been noticing thin black string like things after a normal bowel movement in the toilet. they are about 1/2 in long and thin.

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If i have a normal brown bowel movement in the morning and then its black in the afternoon and then brown again at night....should i be worried?

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What does it mean if you have black bowel movements? have not had a bowel movement in three days

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Does your stool get darker if you don't have a bowel movement for 2_3 days. not black but reg and dark brown together?

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What could cause a black spot in bowel movement?

A member asked:

So i have had an on going issue any time i have a bowel movement, it will be bloody btu brihht red or black it also is very mucousy and sticky like rubber cement. last thing if u break it on the side its like dry it wil?

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