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I've had dark black feces. no iron pills no bismuth. , and the er dr took no stool sample. just inserted a finger to test for blood. second opinion?
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Talk to your PCP: If you are 50 you are due for a screening colonoscopy. Your PCP should be able to hand you guaiac strips to check your stool. Do not take any over the counter meds- specifically Advil, Motrin, Aleve (naproxen). Hope it helps.
Answered 9/10/2014
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