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What Causes Black Tarry Stools During Pregnancy?

I am almost 24 weeks pregnant and have had hyperemesis gravidarum since the beginning. Just started having black tarry stools last night. should I be concerned?
31y/o white female 220lbs History of premmature child at 28weeks with first pregnancy and this is third. 2nd was miscarriage at 11weeks
Wed, 24 Jun 2015
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Hello dear,In my opinion black tarry stools might be due to iron tablet intake.i suggest you to check for any blood loss if any during passing motion.It is routinely seen due to iron preparation.So dont worry.Take adequate fluids upto 3 litres and high fibre diet to avoid constipation.
Best regards...dr.srilatha
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What Causes Black Tarry Stools During Pregnancy?

Hello dear,In my opinion black tarry stools might be due to iron tablet intake.i suggest you to check for any blood loss if any during passing motion.It is routinely seen due to iron preparation.So dont worry.Take adequate fluids upto 3 litres and high fibre diet to avoid constipation. Best regards...dr.srilatha