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black tarry stool |
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black tarry stool Black stool Stool that is viscid and blackened by oxidized blood, a finding often caused by cancer-related occult hemorrhage; BTSs appear with as little as 50-75 mL of blood, usually above the ligament of
Treitz–oxidation of heme by combined action of enzymes and bacteria requires several hrs DiffDx Drugs–eg, salicylates, steroids, rauwolfia, phenylbutazone, indomethacin, which may cause GI blood loss in normal persons and in those with
underlying GI tract anomalies; BS may also be iatrogenic–charcoal, iron, bismuth How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Other symptoms may include a full feeling in the stomach, tiredness, indigestion, vomiting, black tarry stools and tenderness to touch. I don''t believe anyone can overdose on parsley, but if you take too much molasses you can get black tarry stools. already goes with vomiting, weight loss, appetite loss, black tarry stools or blood in vomit, heartburn or severe pain in the upper right of the abdomen, discomfort unrelated to eating, shortness of breathing and sweating, a person is already advised to see a doctor for consultation and diagnosis. |
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