Question 1

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.

Question 2

i have had heavy bladder n black stool for a week?

Accepted Answer

GI BLEED: I'm not sure what you mean by "heavy bladder, " but black stool can be  a sign of bleeding from higher up in the GI tract, such as stomach, small bowel, or proximal colon.  Some medicinal products, such as iron supplements or pepto-bismol can darken the stools as well.  You need to make an appointment with your medical doctor.  Good luck.

Question 3

my partner gets stomac pain a lot n his bowl motions change a lot from normal to loose and often has black stools what advice can u give?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Stomach pain with black stools can be symptoms of a serious condition; usually from an ulcer or other cause of bleeding.  Anyone with these symptoms should immediately see their family doctor, internist or gastroenterologist.  If there is any lightheadedness or dizziness, then do not pass go and head directly to the emergency department of your hospital. Not something to wait on.

Question 4

i get black stool once every 20days or a month..it doesn't smell v foul.it happens for one day n color is normal other days..dont take iron med etc?

Accepted Answer

Possible bleeding: Black stools always rises the concerns about bleeding from the intestines, most commonly from the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach or duodenum), but it could also come from the rest of small bowel and colon. You should seek medical attention and make sure it is not the case.
Iron and peptobismol commonly cause black stools as well.

Question 5

could it be something bad if i have black stools?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Black stools can indicate bleeding from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It may represent blood that has been digested, turning the stool into a characteristic black, tarry stool. This may be from a stomach or duodenal ulcer. Medications can also turn the stool black, such as iron supplements and pepto-bismol. Should see your doctor.

Question 6

might eating oreos cause you to have black stools?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

i have had black stools for the passed 8 weeks, what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Possible melena: It could be a reaction to medication. However, if it is black, sticky and foul smelling it could be due to gastrointestinal bleeding. That requires prompt medical eval.

Question 8

is occassional black stool common?

Accepted Answer

No: Usually portends an intermittent Upper GI bleed.  See your PCP ASAP

Question 9

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 10

black stool, is it really black or just dark?

Accepted Answer

Melena = black: When concerned about melena from GI blood loss, the stool is tarry black. If concerned ask your doctor to check your stool for blood.

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My partner gets stomac pain a lot n his bowl motions change a lot from normal to loose and often has black stools what advice can u give?

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I get black stool once every 20days or a month..it doesn't smell v foul.it happens for one day n color is normal other days..dont take iron med etc?

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Could it be something bad if i have black stools?

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Might eating oreos cause you to have black stools?

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I have had black stools for the passed 8 weeks, what could be wrong?

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