You may have blood in your stool.
Melena or melaena refers to the black, "tarry" feces. This of course refers to blood in feces 578.1. If the dictation does not state that there was blood, then go with 792.1, which is abnormal coloration of stool.
Melena means dark stool, usually referring to black and tarry stool due to bleeding higher in the digestive tract.
A vet visit is in order. Tarry black stool is a sign of blood being digested. In short, your dog is bleeding internally, probably in the stomach, and needs to be taken to the vet as soon as possible.I hope he gets well soon.
Yes,Incidence not known: bloody, black, or tarry stools
Dark, tarry stool is often a sign of bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract. The dark color results from partially digested blood passing through the digestive system. It is important to seek medical attention if you notice this symptom.
Most stool does! Acording to my research on your topic Emu stool is very smelly, taking you by suprise whenever you smell it. There is a very large difference in smell of Emu stool from other animals.
I have narrow stools, black blotches in my stool that is thick and attached to the stool, sometimes just tarry stools. I have no weight loss though, I have had breast cancer. Does it sound like I have colon Cancer?
Yes, consuming dark chocolate or Oreos can cause black stool due to the presence of iron in these foods. This can lead to a harmless condition called melena, where the stool appears black or tarry.
appearance of stool is black and the consistency left on the paper and feeling on exit should be the tip off to tarry. tar like. just like it says no mystery here/ the key is to take the time to look at the paper and the feces otherwise you may miss the signs of gastric ulceration (STOMACH). generally the stool appearance changes if the damage is further along the gi tract
Iodine has a distinct smell that can sometimes be detected in the stool after ingesting iodine supplements or medications. This typically occurs when the body absorbs excess iodine and excretes it through the stool, resulting in a noticeable odor resembling iodine. If you are concerned about the smell of your stool, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for further evaluation.
Black, tarry stool could be indicative of upper gastrointestinal bleeding (such as from the stomach or esophagus) or bleeding in the colon. This color change occurs due to the breakdown of blood as it moves through the digestive system. It is important to consult a healthcare provider promptly for further evaluation and treatment.
If your stools smells like baby stool, it is not part of pregnancy. You stool may smell different depending upon what you have eaten.