Black stools since 2 days

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My son is 3.5 years old. He is passing black poop since 2 days.. he is consuming chocolates and cookies..with fruits Luke guava and he is having cough and cold so I have been giving him medicines too for cough and cold.. is chocolate eating not in excessive amount is responsible for black poop or any other reasons..please gave your precious suggestions

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Dr. Salim Anwerali Hirani Pediatrician 34 yrs exp Surat Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Salim Anwerali Hirani

Pediatrician 34 yrs exp Surat

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May be due to black chocolate Are you giving any iron preparation? What is the frequency of the stool ? We need to have above information before proceeding for final conclusion

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