Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Black Specks In Stool?
I have been having black seseme looking seeds in my stool. Also I passed what looked like a chunk of gravel. Painfully I might add. My father had colon cancer, my maternal aunt had stage iv colon cancer and passed away. It will be weeks before I can get a colonoscopy. I m having a little concern about this!
Mon, 9 Feb 2015
Hi~
Welcome to HCM! You did not mention your age.
The most common causes of tiny black specks in the stool are supplements in the diet.
Dark-colored stools may result from iron supplements, foods you eat ( a lot of spinach), substances, but most significantly suggests bleeding from the stomach, small intestine or large intestine.
Kindly consult the doctor regarding this problem for quick and early assessment.
Welcome to HCM! You did not mention your age.
The most common causes of tiny black specks in the stool are supplements in the diet.
Dark-colored stools may result from iron supplements, foods you eat ( a lot of spinach), substances, but most significantly suggests bleeding from the stomach, small intestine or large intestine.
Kindly consult the doctor regarding this problem for quick and early assessment.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....