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What Causes Dark Brown Stool?

My son have platelets 160000 and WBC count is 4500 which is more than previous test. But had dark brown color of stool. Dr advised to check the sample. May I know the reason of black stool and remedies to recover the patient? He is better but seems weak.
Wed, 15 Nov 2017
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Black stools caused by blood indicate a problem in the upper digestive tract. ... Black stool along with pain, vomiting, or diarrhea is cause to see a doctor right away.Bleeding in the upper portion of your digestive system can cause black, tarry stools. Ulcers or another form of irritation in your esophagus or stomach known as gastritis can cause bleeding. When the blood mixes with digestive fluids, it takes on the appearance of tar.
Phosphorus and Nitric Acid: Best Homeopathic remedies for bright red blood in stool
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What Causes Dark Brown Stool?

Black stools caused by blood indicate a problem in the upper digestive tract. ... Black stool along with pain, vomiting, or diarrhea is cause to see a doctor right away.Bleeding in the upper portion of your digestive system can cause black, tarry stools. Ulcers or another form of irritation in your esophagus or stomach known as gastritis can cause bleeding. When the blood mixes with digestive fluids, it takes on the appearance of tar. Phosphorus and Nitric Acid: Best Homeopathic remedies for bright red blood in stool