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Is It Normal For Your Stool To Be Dark Brown Sometimes?

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Posted on Mon, 6 Jan 2025
Question: Is it normal for your stool to be dark brown sometimes?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (51 minutes later)
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Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Yes, it can be normal.
Color is influenced by certain food items, medications you take etc.
So there is no need to worry about the occasional dark brown stool.
Regards,
Dr.R.K
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Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini

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Is It Normal For Your Stool To Be Dark Brown Sometimes?

Brief Answer: Answer given below Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Yes, it can be normal. Color is influenced by certain food items, medications you take etc. So there is no need to worry about the occasional dark brown stool. Regards, Dr.R.K