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I have brown stool with faint white bits in it...is this something to worry about? have lost 6lbs in past 4 months, recently having stomach pain

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Dr. Bonnie Bock answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

See Dr: White specks in the stool may be undigested food. The weight loss and abdominal discomfort are indications to see a Doctor

Answered 12/26/2014

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