Is It Normal For Your Stool To Be Dark Brown Sometimes?

Posted on Tue, 20 Apr 2021

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Tue, 20 Apr 2021 Answered on

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Question : Is it normal for your stool to be dark brown sometimes?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Yes, it can be normal.
Color is influenced by certain food items, medications you take etc.
So there is no need to worry about the occasional dark brown stool.
Regards,
Dr.R.K

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