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What Causes Dark Stools Along With Bloating And Gas?

Hi, my name is Michelle and I'm 22 years old. For a couple of months I've had green/dark stool (no blood though) and sometimes after I've been eating it just goes straight through my body. I have no stomach pain but I do feel bloated and a bit "gassy". I wasn't worried at first because I thought it'd go away but now I'm scared it could be cancer! Shall I worry?

I have been drinking a bit more than usual lately and my diet is probably not the best so maybe it's that that causes these problems? Please help, I really don't wanna die young!
Mon, 19 Mar 2018
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Hello,

You may be suffering from alcoholic Gastritis/active ulcer with melena. Bleeding may cause the dark color stools.

First, you need to quit alcohol, smoking and avoid spicy food. Use tablet Pantoprazole before breakfast for one week.

If symptoms not improved, please consult your doctor, he/she will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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What Causes Dark Stools Along With Bloating And Gas?

Hello, You may be suffering from alcoholic Gastritis/active ulcer with melena. Bleeding may cause the dark color stools. First, you need to quit alcohol, smoking and avoid spicy food. Use tablet Pantoprazole before breakfast for one week. If symptoms not improved, please consult your doctor, he/she will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu