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I have bright yellow bowel movements. what does this indicate?

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The shape, color,: Aroma, floating non-floating are not diagnostic, commonly associated with what you eat, but can be clues about inflammatory bowel, pancreas, and even cancerous conditions. Can't solve on healthtap, but an urgent care or pcp will work up your complaint and see if it is worth a medical gastroenteroloist referral.

Dr Khanna and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/8/2015

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