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Question : I have been having black stools for the past 2 days. The smell seems normal. I have eaten some fairly spicy chili. should I do something now?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (4 hours later)
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Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Black stools indicate bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract.
But the stool will also be tarry in consistency, sticky, smelly and shiny. If these features are not there, you can ignore it. If these features are also present, you need immediate medical attention.

Black stools can also occur if you are taking iron supplements or pepto bismol/bismuth. But the other features I have mentioned above will not be present.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.

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I Have Been Having Black Stools For The Past 2

Brief Answer: Answer given below Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Black stools indicate bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract. But the stool will also be tarry in consistency, sticky, smelly and shiny. If these features are not there, you can ignore it. If these features are also present, you need immediate medical attention. Black stools can also occur if you are taking iron supplements or pepto bismol/bismuth. But the other features I have mentioned above will not be present. Regards, Dr.R.K.