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What to do if my mother is 71 years old and suffered melena yesterday?
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See a doctor: Melena - black stools - can be caused by iron pills or pepto bismal and others. So, unless it is a continuing problem, don't worry. However, upper intestinal bleeding does cause melena. Stomach ulcers, polyps, inflammation, and many other things can result in melena. Do see a doctor. An upper GI series or an endoscopy can easily detect a problem - almost all are easily treated. Peter wilk, md.
Answered 6/10/2014
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