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My 16 month old has hershbrungs (sp) disease and is stooling loose black colored stool that has a very foul smell. should i take him yo his gi doctor?

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

HIRSCHPRUNG DISEASE: They usually have constipation instead of loose stools. It can be a sign of GI bleeding . Yes, have him examined.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

My 16 month old has hershbrungs (sp) disease and is stooling loose black colored stool that has a very foul smell. should i take him yo his gi doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

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