A member asked:

I had my gallbladder removed 5days ago for the past 3days i've had diarrhea but the stool is supper black is this normal?

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Black stool: Black stool can be a sign of bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract(esophagus,stomach,duodenum). It can also be from taking iron supplements or peptobismol. Your physician can perform a simple stool test in the office to check for gi bleeding. Of course if you become very weak you must head for the hospital emergency room for prompt evaluation.

Answered 10/8/2020

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