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My son has had 5 black tar looking poop today. should this be cause for concern?
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TARRY STOOLS: Dark stools of a 2 years old ? Check diet, medications, bleeding from somewhere, too early from PUD like melena, rectal fissures ?
Answered 6/10/2014
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Tarry stools: Yes tarry black stools in a two year old is a cause for concern. See your doctor immediately.
Answered 10/6/2013
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