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I noticed black and red stool last month and I am concerned about it , i did not experience any pain or discomfort nor foul smell . I used to consume beetroot juice everyday .
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May be due to diet
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Stop beetroot few days and observe and stool testing
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hello
beetroot contains betacyanins which imparts the red color ...so its normal ...
if still concerned try to change your diet a bit and see
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feel free to consult me if you want to
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Consultation needed.
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nellore
Dietary modifications are advisable
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Dr. Valli Ponsing
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11 yrs exp
Chennai
It maybe because of the beetroot also. For the safer side give motion for occult blood
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Dr. Rutik Paresh Gandhi
General Surgery & Gasteroenterology
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Pune
Consultation needed
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