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I had brown stool with black spots what should i do?
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Stool: Black tarry stools can be a sign of upper intestinal bleeding and should be validated by your doctor
Answered 8/20/2018
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Don't worry: If it is formed stool and you have no other symptoms, it most likely doesn't mean anything. Stool color is a reflection of what you eat among other things.
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