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What Causes Dark Stool After Taking Laxative?
I ve been feeling constipated so I took an over the counter laxative today. I ve had 3 bowel movements since taking the laxative. The first 2 were normal and light brown in color. The 3rd was loose and grey in color, almost black. My bloated feeling is gone, but the dark stool was a little scary looking. Should I be concerned?
Tue, 18 Dec 2018
Hello,
The dark pop can be related to constipation. It can also be related to bleeding in the upper part of your digestive tract. Foods, medicines, and supplements can turn poop black include such as iron supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The dark pop can be related to constipation. It can also be related to bleeding in the upper part of your digestive tract. Foods, medicines, and supplements can turn poop black include such as iron supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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