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What are the small black worms in my poop?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Is there movement?: If so, please seek medical evaluation. Stool specimen evaluation will likely shed more light on correct diagnosis.

Dr Cattano and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 1/27/2019

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