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I am having black stools for about two days now. i don't have any stomach cramps or anything. i have also been taking folic acid and vitamin c everyday. what can be the cause of this? should i be concerned? i feel and look healthy?

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SEE DOCTOR: Do you take vitamins with iron. Iron can make your stool black. Do you have history of ulcers. Do you have hemorrhoids I would consult your doctor.

Answered 11/2/2020

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