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I have been having a light tan, almost white stools the past few days. yesterday, i had flu like symptoms. gallbladder removed years ago.?

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Jaundiced?: Tan to white stools can be caused by hepatitis. Are the whites of your eyes yellow? Even if not, you should see your md.

Dr Srur agreed

Answered 4/16/2018

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