Question 1

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 2

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 3

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

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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 4

is occassional black stool common?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

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 6

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.

Question 7

could pentasa cause black stools ?

Accepted Answer

: The drug is used for intestinal disorders associated with bleeding and that can result in black stools. The medication may itself cause bleeding as well.

Question 8

gi contrast cause dark black stool?

Accepted Answer

Please talk to your: Dr. I don't believe that barium contains bismuth or iron which could cause stool to become black.  If the bowel movements are black., sticky & malodorous - this could be due to a GI bleed & would require prompt  medical evaluation. Take care.

Question 9

is black stool after colonoscopy normal?

Accepted Answer

Probably not, but...: Melena is dark stools stained with denatured blood, but all dark stool is not melena. False positive hemoccult results can occur based on diet ; stool additives. However, colonoscopy can result in bleeding due to biopsies, scope abrasion/trauma, post-polypectomy oozing, etc. By all means, call your colonoscopist now ; alert them to your concern--they know your risks ; will be eager to assist you..

Question 10

black stools and green urine. is this serious?

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Could be: Neither is normal. Black stools can be due to pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) use or from blood arising from a source in your stomach. Green urine could be the result of some food coloring agents or medications/vitamins you are taking. Either way they should be investigated for underlying causes.

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