Iron pills will make your stools very dark in color, almost black.
Yes, eating Oreos can potentially cause black stool due to the dark color of the cookies and the food coloring used in them. This can sometimes lead to temporary discoloration of stool.
Yes.
The main cause of white hard balls in the stool is a gallbladder problem. You may have gallstones or your gallbladder may be inflamed so it is best to seek medical attention.
Yes, Flagyl (metronidazole) can sometimes cause changes in stool color. Common side effects include darkening of the urine and a greenish-black discoloration of the tongue or stools. If you notice any unusual changes in stool color while taking Flagyl, it is best to consult your healthcare provider.
I am 52 years old, take lots of vitamins, and have never seen nor heard of anyone having white stool. This sounds like a medical emergency to me unless you've been eating white paint or white chalk.
It might be pin worms.
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It is actually very normal to have some pus, or dead white blood cells, in a person's stool. This by itself is not cause for concern.
Iron, at least, certainly can (it may also cause greenish stool).
Finding white blood cells in the stool can indicate inflammation in the digestive tract but it is not specific to colon cancer. Other conditions like infections, inflammatory bowel disease, or hemorrhoids can also cause white blood cells in the stool. If you are concerned, it's best to consult with a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and diagnosis.
Soft white tissue that is found in the stool can be an indication of a tapeworm infestation. White tissue in stool can also indicate a food allergy. If symptoms persist, you need to consult a physician.
No, a herniated disc does not cause blood in the stool. See your health care provider, as blood in the stool always deserves a visit.