Question 1

a 17 year olds sysmptoms :change in bowel movement  constipation narrow stools small black dots in stool tight abdomen mild stomach pain colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Needs eval : This isn't a usual presentation for colon cancer, since it's usually without symptoms, and doesn't happen to 17 year olds very often. There are a lot of colon conditions that need to be considered by a doctor in person to figure this one out which i'd suggest you get done early next week.

Question 2

what types of food could cause black dots in stool?

Accepted Answer

Seeds, blood...: 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 3

green stools, little black dots in stool and also when i wipe. scared this may be rectal/colon cancer at 18. what are the chances?

Accepted Answer

Very low: Colorectal cancer does not cause this specific character of stool, and while not impossible, the chances  are close to zero you have colorectal cancer. Best to see your primary care provider for a more complete evaluation to be sure. Hope this helps!

Question 4

today i saw this little black dots looking things on my stool, with foam. but the black thimgs were hard. what can this mean?

Accepted Answer

Probably nothing: It's probably nothing to be concerned about as long the stool normalizes . Likely something you ate.

Question 5

i have small blackish balls separate from my stool which look like blackberries and green peas and my left lower side has much pain?

Accepted Answer

Need colonoscopy: May be necrotic polyposis sloughing from the colon. Take them to your MD for path exam

Question 6

there are some dark brown almost black, hard as a rock (pebble like) small pieces  in my stool for a month. what is my problem please?

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Diverticulosis: Ask your physician on your next visit whether it is worth 'scoping you to look for diverticular disease. It is not especially treatable. The diverticula catch stool, and it hardens in the pouches until it escapes.

Question 7

hi, i have been getting small, round, smooth, hard black balls in my stool. could that be unhealthy? i haven't eaten any food that contains things lik

Accepted Answer

Fiber and hydration: You should consider increasing your fiber intake and should drink enough water daily so that your urine is mostly colorless. You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil for increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948

Question 8

what does it mean if the stool is black and  looks more like small balls?

Accepted Answer

Black stool: Black stool can occur due to iron supplementation or due to bleeding in upper GI tract, latter known as melena. You should have this evaluated by your physician. The small balls are usually indication of constipation.

Question 9

i just discovered black small threads in my stool, i have had off/on issues for the past 2 weeks, any cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

No: Likely from something you are.  Are you having other symptoms?

Question 10

passed stool yesterday, dark plum colour?! could this be because i ate beetroot? today went and small amount of dark/black patches? is this serious?

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It could be,get help: Blood in stool is a warning sign. Brisk bleeding warrants emergency care. Causes of bleeding may be predictable (e.g. rectal trauma), but evaluation is always appropriate. A rule of thumb (but not absolute): black stool means bleeding comes from upper GI tract; grape jelly stool from small bowel; silver stool from biliary tree; burgundy stool from right colon; red blood from left colon to anus.

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A 17 year olds sysmptoms :change in bowel movement constipation narrow stools small black dots in stool tight abdomen mild stomach pain colon cancer?

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What types of food could cause black dots in stool?

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Green stools, little black dots in stool and also when i wipe. scared this may be rectal/colon cancer at 18. what are the chances?

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Today i saw this little black dots looking things on my stool, with foam. but the black thimgs were hard. what can this mean?

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I have small blackish balls separate from my stool which look like blackberries and green peas and my left lower side has much pain?

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There are some dark brown almost black, hard as a rock (pebble like) small pieces in my stool for a month. what is my problem please?

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Hi, i have been getting small, round, smooth, hard black balls in my stool. could that be unhealthy? i haven't eaten any food that contains things lik

A member asked:

What does it mean if the stool is black and looks more like small balls?

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I just discovered black small threads in my stool, i have had off/on issues for the past 2 weeks, any cause for concern?

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Passed stool yesterday, dark plum colour?! could this be because i ate beetroot? today went and small amount of dark/black patches? is this serious?

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