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I had brown stool with black spots what should i do?

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Dr. Sheldon Brownstein answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Stool: Black tarry stools can be a sign of upper intestinal bleeding and should be validated by your doctor

Dr Seibert and 2 doctors agreed

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.

Answered 8/20/2018

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