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What Does Brown String In Stool Indicate?
Hi. I am 63. and I noticed long flat brown string looking stuff in my stools. It terrified me to think I have worms! What can I do as I am embarrassed to go to my G P. I have had three bowel movements during one week and the string is present each time. Thank you
Thu, 31 Jan 2019
Hello,
* As per the description, consistent flat brown string, can be a worm if there is no continuous fibre intake of the undigested segment.
* It is recommended to discuss the need of stool microscopy test with your primary care physician for further line of actions.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
* As per the description, consistent flat brown string, can be a worm if there is no continuous fibre intake of the undigested segment.
* It is recommended to discuss the need of stool microscopy test with your primary care physician for further line of actions.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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