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A member asked:

I have an ulcer now i have dark stools and bleeding. stomach pain too. could the ulcer be bleeding? should i be concerned

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Yes: Patients with bleeding from a peptic ulcer may present with abdominal pain, nausea, red blood or coffee-ground vomit, or black, tarry stool. The symptoms described are concerning and you should urgently be evaluated by a physician. Stop all NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Advil, (ibuprofen) etc) and Aspirin use.

Dr Guerra Bonilla agreed

Answered 2/20/2016

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