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What Causes Black Tarry Stool?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Sep 2015
Question: i have very black heavy stool in my colostomy bag
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Answered by Dr. Muhammad Ali Rauf (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Most probably due to bleeding from stomach

Detailed Answer:
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Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.

I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. Most common cause of black tarry stool is due to bleeding from stomach. It gets altered by stomach acid and produces such consistency in stool. Urgent medical attention by a Consultant Gastroenterologist is required in such situation.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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What Causes Black Tarry Stool?

Brief Answer: Most probably due to bleeding from stomach Detailed Answer: Hello Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem. I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. Most common cause of black tarry stool is due to bleeding from stomach. It gets altered by stomach acid and produces such consistency in stool. Urgent medical attention by a Consultant Gastroenterologist is required in such situation. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it. Wishing you good health !!