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A member asked:

After having the stomach flu is it normal to have a light and dark green lumpy stool?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Not abnormal: After having a viral syndrome affecting your digestive tract, it may take a while before your bowels return to their previous pattern. Try to be patient, and gradually increase your diet when you are feeling better. Call your doctor if you have black stools or blood in your stools. Good luck.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 7/14/2018

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