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Have severe stomach pain since last night. today the pain isn't as bad but nauseous and i just had a black stool. should i be worried?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Black stool: Black tarry, malodorous stool can be due to GI bleeding. Melena. Because you have had severe abdominal pain - yes I do think that this warrants prompt medical evaluation.

Answered 5/2/2017

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A member asked:

Have severe stomach pain since last night. today the pain isn't as bad but nauseous and i just had a black stool. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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