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What Causes Discolored Stools And Reflux?
For the past two weeks or so now I have had solid white stool that is smaller than normal and sinks straight to the bottom. No unusual fowl odor and no stomach pain. Lot of gas and heartburn mainly at night. Been reading about it and seen a lot of commemts that it could be caused by the liver. Could this be the problem or are there other causes?
Fri, 30 Mar 2018
Hello,
White stool indicates absence of bile in formation of stool, usually disorders of liver, bile drainage system blockage or others.
It is strongly recommended to take basic lab tests with ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis for further management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
White stool indicates absence of bile in formation of stool, usually disorders of liver, bile drainage system blockage or others.
It is strongly recommended to take basic lab tests with ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis for further management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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