1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Flu

  4. Dark stool. Ongoing stomach infection!

Dark stool

2021-11-12 05:45:35
Hello doctor, i have been having dark stools sometimes(image attached) i m currently on medication Cifran oz which caused constipation stools are not black or tarry but dark colour of brown pls check and tell if they are nornal or i need stool test Ps i had beet and tomato salad 2 times yesterday i have ongoing stomach infection
236 Views

Answers (9)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Stools look ok Get stool for occult blood done. It is a simple stool teat

Answered2021-11-13 18:29:17

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+192
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Consult Now
I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2021-11-13 07:18:51

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Normal

Answered2021-11-12 09:57:25

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Normal

Answered2021-11-12 06:35:43

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
Drink more water, easily digestable food

Answered2021-11-12 06:26:43

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Normal

Answered2021-11-12 12:35:45

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Yes, it is not tarry black stool. So, not to worry. Have 3 -4 litres if water daily. High fibre diet.

Answered2021-11-12 06:30:41

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

No need to worry take plenty of fluids

Answered2021-11-12 06:12:16

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

It’s fine . Drink plenty of water

Answered2021-11-12 05:58:38

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Know What Your Stool Tells you About Your Health

Dr. Amrita Sharma

Although stool is a waste product for body but it's timely formation, elimination, its amount, consistency, colour and o ... Read more

Blood in Stool

Dr.Kumar Parth

Blood in the stool means there is bleeding somewhere in your digestive tract. It may be a local bleed or may be bleeding ... Read more

Treat Dark Circles with Ayurveda

Dr.Ankur

Dark circles are also known as periorbital dark circles. Dark circles are dark blemishes which appear around the eye. Da ... Read more

Does Lack of Sleep Really Cause Dark Circles?

Dr.Chytra V Anand

Dark circles these days are a major concern for almost all age groups starting from teenage to old age. And most of us d ... Read more

Are Dark Circles Making You Lose Your Sleep?

Dr.Bhavita Parikh

Are you sick of people always telling you that you look exhausted. You get enough sleep and you drink lots of water but ... Read more

Ankhon hi Ankhon mein: Useful Tips To Cure Dark Circles!

Dr. Sita S Bhatt

A frequently asked question is : How does one treat the dark circles under the eyes and make the eyes look bright and al ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Significance of yeast cells in stool

10633 Views
What are the significance of yeast cells in stool microscopy ? Wet mount precisely ?

Mucous in stool

9735 Views
A few weeks ago, I felt a discomfort and itching in my anus while pooping, and there was some mucous that ...Read More

Anus Burning Problem after passing stool

7203 Views
I am suffering from Anus Burning problem after passing stool. What is it and why Pls suggest solution

Light colored stool.

6834 Views
Every once in a great while my stool will be very, very light in color. I haven't been eating or taking a ...Read More

Stool colours water Dark brown

5383 Views
Sometimes when the stool sits at the bottom of the comode and does not flushes, leaves a dark brown colou ...Read More

Stool and pain

27 Views
Hi From last few days I started seen blood in stool which is reduced significantly now. The blood is brig ...Read More

Blood in stool and abdominal discomfort

50 Views
Hi I have blood in stool which reduces a little now But I just want to ask in internal hemorrhoid do so ...Read More

Blood in stool

35 Views
Since Sunday I have blood in stool, and from Monday observing abdominal pain that radiates. Blood in stoo ...Read More

BLOOD IN STOOL

38 Views
For the past few weeks, my stool has been hard. A few days ago, I had to strain during bowel movement, an ...Read More

Loose stool

102 Views
Iam using cizaspa x for 17 days daily 2 times .3rd November stomach pain with motion only one time then ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.