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My stool has been tar like and slimy. had stomach pain and some diarrhea. what does this mean?
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Gastric ulcer: Tar like stool can be being from stomach ulcer.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Could be an ulcer: Please consult your physician and get referred to a gi. These could be signs of something serious like a bleeding ulcer.
Answered 3/22/2013
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