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2023-01-04 21:04:27
My mom has been experiencing dark (almost black) poop since a while now. She takes iron tablet too. No other symptoms other than those
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Its OK

Answered2023-01-05 06:39:54

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Don't worry Ask her how many days she is having this problem Most probably due to iron tablet U can take stool occult blood test to confirm

Answered2023-01-05 06:14:30

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2023-01-05 02:01:38

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It's because of taking iron tablets, stool color change to tarry dark or green color.
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If you are anxious get her hb levels checked and update for consult

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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It could be due to the iron tablets. However,better to get stool tested for occult blood to rule out blood in poop.

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Give motion for occult blood to make sure it is not bcoz of bleeding
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Sometimes it can be due to iron supplements

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It could be because of iron supplements No need to worry

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Iron usually causes dark coloured stools If asymptomatic Ntn to worry

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