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I have a problem with Black Tarry Stools

2019-11-04 10:57:39
I had a severe constipation for about 2 day with leads to have a black tarry stools an tha third day, and i have tested for a typhoid but it's a negative results...So i am not sure of what my condition would be now.
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Black stool is not a good sign. It could be an internal bleed for which and upper or even a lower Endoscopy will be required. For more information you can get in touch with us at World Gastroenterology Institute www.wgi.ooo

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Black tarry stools means malena. Which means upper gj bleed. Get stool tests. Upper gi endoscopy, ultrasound etc may also be needed.
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discuss your symptoms in details specially if any gastric Symptoms.

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