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I had a pale color stool today, is this possible that it is cancer or something life threatening? i am 16 years old.
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Unusual: Can be starting, but is usually of no significance if that is the only sign. Should go back to normal in a day or two. If colorless stools continue, see your doctor withasa!ple or at least a photo.
Answered 3/24/2016
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Common: Stool color runs through the spectrum of colors from deep green through variations in light or dark yellows and browns.This reflects the changes in the color producing bile caused by germs in your gut,influenced by the time it takes for something to move through.It will pass.
Answered 3/24/2016
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