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My stool was a light red i don't know if it'll pass because what i ate... i ate a couple of red smoked saugages should i be worried or it'll pass?

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Stool color: most of the time is a reflection of food consumed. If no abdominal pain or diarrhea or blood should not be a cause for concern

Dr Wyatt agreed

Answered 8/22/2014

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