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Little black specs after wiping and i see some in my stool, my stools are green. should i be concerned for cancer 18 years old. ?
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This does not sound: like cancer (especially at your age). However, you should be checked by your doctor to see if you have an infection or if the black is from any bleeding.
Answered 1/29/2015
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