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What are some causes of stool color changes. my stool color was always medium brown now it is much lighter, almost like a clay color?
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See below: Visit this site for information on this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/stool-color/expert-answers/faq-20058080
Answered 4/18/2021
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