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What Causes Black Stool?
Question: BLACK after stomch pain last week
black stool
black stool
Brief Answer:
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
The black stool is concerning for a possible gastrointestinal bleed. this could come from an ulcer.
I am concerned that with the pain and the subsequent black stool that you may have had some degree of bleeding.
I would recommend that you contact your primary doctor as soon as possible to discuss your symptoms.
If you feel weak or dizzy then I would recommend you go to your local emergency room for more immediate assistance.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
The black stool is concerning for a possible gastrointestinal bleed. this could come from an ulcer.
I am concerned that with the pain and the subsequent black stool that you may have had some degree of bleeding.
I would recommend that you contact your primary doctor as soon as possible to discuss your symptoms.
If you feel weak or dizzy then I would recommend you go to your local emergency room for more immediate assistance.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
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