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Can tomato and pepper look like blood in stool?

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Dr. Shaad Abdullah
Dr. Shaad Abdullahanswered
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology 18 years experience
Yes: Tomato and pepper can look like blood in stool but it is highly recommended that you report this to your local physician specially if the problem persists on cessation of such a diet.
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