2006-12-28 12:27:44 · 7 answers · asked by billwatch2001 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
It depends,dark stool is indicative of iron. Although sometime it can indicate digested blood, usually with a foul odor. but, normally dark stool is desired.
2006-12-28 12:33:28 · answer #1 · answered by iroc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is if it stays black for more than one or two movements or if it is a child or other weak person or someone who has ingested a surplus of iron or who may have an upper GI bleed.
Black can mean digested blood but also some foods will color it and some meds and suppliments will but shouldn't in proper quantities.
Call around and find a local ER. They almost all have a "question answering" person.
2006-12-28 12:33:40 · answer #2 · answered by Journey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. With the information you gave it seems you fit the "coffee ground" description. You should seek medical help within 24 hours. Sooner if you have pain. This can mean a serious problem. If it isn't really black, but more dark, then it should go away on it's own since it's probably something you ate. If it doesn't go away, still see a doctor!
2006-12-28 12:35:47 · answer #3 · answered by hello1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends if you take a iron supplements or eat a lot of iron rich foods it can cause that. other wise see your doctor about it good luck.
2006-12-28 12:38:45 · answer #4 · answered by Micheal W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you taking iron supplements (or multi-vitamin with iron)? this can cause a black-ish green poo. Any significant change in poo should be followed up with your doc
2006-12-28 12:30:19 · answer #5 · answered by Linda R 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
i always heard if it was black you were bleeding somewhere- in your intestines and such
2006-12-28 13:38:49 · answer #6 · answered by crazynlove 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
...ew too much info my friend...well tell ya doctor that.. and not me..eww
2006-12-28 12:29:50 · answer #7 · answered by sarose. 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋