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Ive noticed a couple black specs on stool here and there. they appear like blackish flakes. does this indicate internal bleeding. its not a lot just one or two every couple days?
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The "black specks" may be indications of intestinal bleeding, so obtain a stool test for occult blood to be certain. If positive, see a GI physician for additional testing.
Answered 9/19/2023
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