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I’ve Had Black Stools The Last 3 Or 4 Days.
Question: I’ve had black stools the last 3 or 4 days. I won’t be able to get in to see my doctor for one week. Do I need to go to the emergency room?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
You are reporting to have had black stools.
The main cause of black stools is gastrointestinal bleeding.
There are o lot of other causes that may cause black stools like Iron supplements, spinach etc.
But firts of all we must rule out GI bleeding. this is why I suggest to go at emergency room as soon as possible.
Good luck!
Dr.Klerida
Please follow...
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
You are reporting to have had black stools.
The main cause of black stools is gastrointestinal bleeding.
There are o lot of other causes that may cause black stools like Iron supplements, spinach etc.
But firts of all we must rule out GI bleeding. this is why I suggest to go at emergency room as soon as possible.
Good luck!
Dr.Klerida
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