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Ive had diarrhea for about6-7 weeks.and ive seen dark brown & red in my stool which i hope is undigested food.do you think i have ibs or colon cancer?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

IBS?: 6-7 weeks of problems with your stool strongly suggests you must see your primary doctor. If there is a wait to get an appointment, a visit to the nearest Emergency facility would be a good move.

Answered 4/14/2018

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A member asked:

Ive had diarrhea for about6-7 weeks.and ive seen dark brown & red in my stool which i hope is undigested food.do you think i have ibs or colon cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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