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Blood in Stool
Hello I m 20 weeks pregnant. Taking iron supplements & having constipation problem. Noticed some bright blood twice in stool. No pain. Does it affects the baby. Wat could be the reason & how to solve this problem?
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Dr. Lakshmi H K
Gynecologist
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi, constipation and dark colored stools are common while taking iron.Needs stool softener . But you have noticed bright colour, please check with Gynecologist for local examination.No need to worry.May need stool softener.Eat plenty of high fiber diet and drink plenty of oral fluids.
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