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Black flecks in stool. only take magnesium supplements but didn't eat some over bbq sausages yesterday would that cause it?
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Black Flecks Stool: It might be flecks of black pepper from the bbq sausages. If it persists or if you have any other worrisome symptoms, you should see your doctor.
Answered 4/6/2016
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