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Black dots in stool

2021-05-25 13:04:22
Hello doctor i m 25 weeks pregnant and i get black dots like in stool everyday rest stool colour is normal. i did not have this issue before pregnancy. i m taking 2 iron supplements everyday can it be caused by that
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It is because of iron you are taking

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Iron causes darkening of stools. Not to worry

Answered2021-05-25 13:07:31

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hello,black colour maybe due to the iron you eat in tablets or maybe something in your diet.blood can cause dark black tarry stools.to confirm stool for occult blood test can be done.

Answered2021-05-25 13:17:46

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Yes iron supplements can cause stool discolouration

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