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I had a white streak in my stool, what could have caused this i am 16 years old, is it possible that it is something life threatening?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

No: Continue to observe your stools. Unless they are completely white, it is unlikely it is disease. All the best.

Answered 11/30/2020

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A member asked:

I had a white streak in my stool, what could have caused this i am 16 years old, is it possible that it is something life threatening?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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