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I noticed something that looked like small strings in my stool today. this is the first time i've seen them. parasites?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Stool: It is unlikely that the things that you see in your stool are due to parasites, but the only way to know for sure is to send a stool sample to the lab. If they persist, you should see your doctor. Good luck.

Answered 12/29/2015

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A member asked:

I noticed something that looked like small strings in my stool today. this is the first time i've seen them. parasites?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

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