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Can tomato and pepper look like blood in stool?

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Dr. Shaad Abdullah answered

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.

Dr Juchau and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/24/2013

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