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What Does Occasional Black Spots On Stool Indicate?

is occassional black spots on stool blood? I had a colonopscopy about 5 yrs ago with no problems identified. The black spots which occur now and then is something more recent. I have had trouble with rectocele and also have noticed I sometimes have issues with swallowing food (feels like it gets stuck on the way down)
Sun, 22 Apr 2018
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Hello,

The possible issue for occasional black spots on stool indicate intestine flora disturbances with possible GI bleed.

I would suggest stool microscopy and repeat colonoscopy for further evaluation and 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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What Does Occasional Black Spots On Stool Indicate?

Hello, The possible issue for occasional black spots on stool indicate intestine flora disturbances with possible GI bleed. I would suggest stool microscopy and repeat colonoscopy for further evaluation and management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel