Question 1

how much should i worry about black stools?

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Bleeding : You may be bleeding. Unless you are on peptobismol or iron supplements, your sstools should not be black. See a physician or go to er.

Question 2

what to do if i have black stools, what does it mean?

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Nothing or something: Many things turn stool black - like iron pills or bismuth (pepto bismal). So, unless it is a continuing problem, don't worry.
However, blood from the upper intestine - stomach ulcer, polyp, inflammation does cause the stool to be black.
If it is a continuing problem, see a doctor. Tests like an upper GI series or an upper endoscopy can easily detect a problem.
Peter wilk, md.

Question 3

watery black stools. when to worry?

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Immediately: This could be and very frequently is caused by GI bleeding...It does not tell you ,if , your are bleeding now or it's old blood...There are other causes but this must be checked NOW...Go to ER or Dr. And find out..You should not take a wait and see attitude ...

Question 4

i have black stool for two days now?

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Bleeding: Mobic (meloxicam) can cause stomach ulcers. Black stools means you have been bleeding from your stomach most likely. Urge you to follow up as soon as possible with a physician.

Question 5

why do some  people have black stool?

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Blood: Blood on stomach or upper GI tract or recent pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate).

Question 6

what is a common cause for black stool?

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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 7

when is black stool a cause for concern?

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: "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 8

what does it mean when you have black stool?

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Could be blood: Black stool, especially if it has a tarry consistency, could be a sign of blood in the stool. Medications, such as pepto-bismol, can also turn stool black. Just to be sure, you should see your doctor to check for the presence of blood in the stool.

Question 9

is tarred, black stools what happens with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: This often means bleeding in the intestines. See a doctor immediately.

Question 10

what causes black stools? can dehydration cause black stools?

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: 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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