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I have almost 5 months old baby. his stool is black and he cries a lot when passing the stool. the stool is sometimes soft and sometimes hard. he doesnt poop for 3 to 4 days. i am not breastfeeding. should i be worried?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Infant ?'s: "Black stools" can be secondary to intestinal bleeding, so your son should be checked by a pediatrician for testing and medication to assist with bowel function.

Answered 3/5/2020

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A member asked:

I have almost 5 months old baby. his stool is black and he cries a lot when passing the stool. the stool is sometimes soft and sometimes hard. he doesnt poop for 3 to 4 days. i am not breastfeeding. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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