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Had surgery 10d ago, stool got nearly black today but later today had "very" light green one. normal? feel pressure few inches above appendix location
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Call your surgeon: For continuity of care, call your surgeon to let them know of your symptoms. You may need to see them for follow-up care. The black stool, 10 days post-op is disconcerting for an internal bleed, so call the surgeon and discuss now. Best wishes.
Answered 12/29/2022
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Stool changes: Black, tarry, foul-smelling stool can be due to gastro-intestinal bleeding (melena). Very pale stools may be related to lack of bile salt. You report that you also have fever and abdominal pain/ pressure. Recommend promptly notifying your surgeon. If you develop severe abdominal pain, high fever please seek emergency medical evaluation.
Answered 4/6/2013
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