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I have recently had black stool and blood, should i see a doctor sooner?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Tell dr now: Please tell your doctor now. He or she will direct you how to proceed. Black, tarry, malodorous stools can also be due to gastrointestinal bleeding.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have recently had black stool and blood, should i see a doctor sooner?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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