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What Causes Black Stools During Pregnancy?
Hi. 30 weeks pregnant. Went to the bathroom a few hours ago and it felt like diarrhea but I didn’t look at it. Just went a few minutes ago, and it felt the same but I happened to look this time. Didn’t look runny like diarrhea. Just soft, and really black. It also burned when I pooped. I’m only taking Zantac and prenatals. What could cause this? Do I need to go to the ER?
Tue, 24 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
First of all, do not panic.
In my opinion, your symptoms can be due to Iron supplements if you are taking it as a part of prenatal care.
Many women experience black stools, diarhea, bloating.
You can stop iron supplements for a couple of days and observe. If symptoms regress then please seek prescription support from your treating doctor for another iron salt preparation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
First of all, do not panic.
In my opinion, your symptoms can be due to Iron supplements if you are taking it as a part of prenatal care.
Many women experience black stools, diarhea, bloating.
You can stop iron supplements for a couple of days and observe. If symptoms regress then please seek prescription support from your treating doctor for another iron salt preparation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
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