Black stool

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Black stool

Asked for Male, 31 Years

When I eat oily or non veg my poop turns black if I eat more on next day the color gets darker,other then that there is no problem.what could be the reason.

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Dr. Ganapathi S Kini

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Tell me whether stool is jet black or dark brown?

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Dr. Harsha.N General Surgeon 10 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Harsha.N

General Surgeon 10 yrs exp Bangalore

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The stool turning black could be a sign of of bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract we call this term as Malena and it is a serious condition which requires investigation Most of the patients are ascribe the colour of the stools to eating non veg but this is seldom true you please do not take this lightly and contact me at once