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I have been having black spots in my stool for 3 months. the stool colour is brown, with some black spots. should i be worried? no family history

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Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

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Stool: What is your diet like? Are you a smoker? Tobacco user? Consult with us to determine if you need further evaluation.

Answered 7/31/2017

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A member asked:

I have been having black spots in my stool for 3 months. the stool colour is brown, with some black spots. should i be worried? no family history

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sandra Lora Cremers answered

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