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A member asked:

I have been naususe for several months, now the past 2 days i have been having black stools i mean coal black what's wrong?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Melena: If you have black, tarry, malodorous stool - it is very possibe that you have gastrointestinal bleeding. If that is the case get this assessed asap. If you are taking a medication like pepto bismal for your abdominal discomfort- it may be turning the stool black.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Travis Kidner answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Time to see your doc: The signs and symptoms your are describing could be related to an ulcer. Time to see your doctor for a check up.

Answered 12/30/2015

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