black oil spot in toilet when having bowel movement. on weight watchers eating fish three times a week?

Question

What could cause a black spot in bowel movement?

Answer 1

When you say: "black oil spot" the concerning thing it brings to mind is melena: black "tarry" feces associated with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. This is such a concerning sign, that even if it is something else, which it might be, you have to be checked out for upper GI bleeding. Weight Watchers is a good idea; I don't think it has anything to do with eating fish. See you doctor ASAP for eval. Good wishes.

Answer 2

Haven't heard of it: Haven't heard of st. John's wort causing liver inflammation. The wort does increase activity of some liver enzymes, thus leading to faster breakdown of other medications (the enzymes in the liver break down the other medications more rapidly, if the person is taking st. John's wort). So, medicines like xanax, (alprazolam) elavil, oral contraceptives, statins for cholesterol, etc... May become less potent.

Answer 3

1 reported case: I agree with dr. Kwok that st. John's wort is generally safe, and that it can alter metabolism of other drugs being taken. There are rare reports of liver toxicity with it, usually when used along with other medicines that can affect liver function. Such as: http://tinyurl.Com/9g42dq3 the authors focus on the "wort" but this may not be appropriate. For more info: http://tinyurl.Com/8czuogt.

Answer 4

Removal : Of the diseased liver and implantation of the healthy new liver.

Answer 5

Exercise : Adding exercise and self control by reducing portion intake and eating the right foods while counting calories is best. Increase fruit and fiber intake if not eating enough. Take a yoga course or start swimming if not already. Good, low impact exercises. If considering surgical options, know that the best procedures and surgtons usually require that one starts losing weight first.

Answer 6

Probably not: Oxycodone is effective for pain control and slowing down intestinal motility which can b rapid in crohn's.

Answer 7

Not Likely: More likely is poor nutritional absorption and the possibilities for this are numerous..Unless you're taking such a large narcotic dose that your appetite is diminished. Please stay connected with your providers and have a look at this amazing patient-to-patient online sharing platform: www.Crohnology.Com.

Answer 8

Constipation: Constipation causes are variable. Is diabetes well controlled? Increase dietary fiber and water intake. Fiber supplement such as benefiber or citrucel or konsyl may be of benefit. If problem persists, see your doctor.

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