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What Causes Grey Color Stools?

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Question : I wanted to know why my stools are grey in color and float

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Possible bile duct obstruction

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
Stool may be grey if there is lack of bilirubin in stool and this happens when bile duct is blocked due to stone,stricture or tumor. If this is ruled out then certain bowel disorder and diet may lead to this. These include inflammatory bowel diseases,food allergies and parasitic infection. Wish you good health. Regards
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What Causes Grey Color Stools?

Brief Answer: Possible bile duct obstruction Detailed Answer: Hi and welcome. Stool may be grey if there is lack of bilirubin in stool and this happens when bile duct is blocked due to stone,stricture or tumor. If this is ruled out then certain bowel disorder and diet may lead to this. These include inflammatory bowel diseases,food allergies and parasitic infection. Wish you good health. Regards