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I Had One Episode Of Clay Colored Stool. This Has

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Posted on Tue, 16 Jun 2020
Question: I had one episode of clay colored stool. This has never happened before. I am 30 years old and in good health. No chronic health issues. Should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Abhijit Deshmukh (52 minutes later)
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worthwhile getting a stool examination - routine done with an ultrasound abdomen and serum bilirubin level to alley your anxiety.
Unlikely it is of concern as it can be a very subjective observation.
No to worry in absence of jaundice, nausea vomiting or weight loss.
Best wishes.
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I Had One Episode Of Clay Colored Stool. This Has

Brief Answer: HI Detailed Answer: Hello Welcome to ask a doctor worthwhile getting a stool examination - routine done with an ultrasound abdomen and serum bilirubin level to alley your anxiety. Unlikely it is of concern as it can be a very subjective observation. No to worry in absence of jaundice, nausea vomiting or weight loss. Best wishes.