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2025-04-01 07:13:44
I am having black dry stool from 5 days and having gas trouble..Please say is this any serious problem ?
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Get a hb done..see for anemia Also iron tablets can cause black stool Drink plenty of water, Laxative might help for your constipation.

Answered2025-04-04 15:42:48

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Do u have any loose motion, fever, weakness, dizziness, pain killer intake in past?
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cbc, lft, kft, upper gi endoscopy

Answered2025-04-04 14:27:12

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Are you taking any iron medication?

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