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What Causes Black Stools After Having Pepto-Bismol?
Question: What should I do if i have a black stool ?
Brief Answer:
detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
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If you have had black stools after taking pepto-bismol than you don't need to worry.The cause if pepto-bismol that you have taken.
If you have had black stools before taking pepto-bismol than you need to see a doctor and get examined to determine the cause.
The most common cause of black stool is gastrointestinal bleeding and it requires evaluation.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question or need any clarification.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
If you have had black stools after taking pepto-bismol than you don't need to worry.The cause if pepto-bismol that you have taken.
If you have had black stools before taking pepto-bismol than you need to see a doctor and get examined to determine the cause.
The most common cause of black stool is gastrointestinal bleeding and it requires evaluation.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question or need any clarification.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
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