Stools that are loose and maroon or black are suggestive ofbleedingsomewhere in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. If the stool is very dark or black, this can indicate bleeding in the esophagus and stomach, while bright red or maroon stool suggests bleeding in the rectum or large intestine. Ad...
Hard stool may be related to constipation. The stool is very firm to hard, passes out with difficulty (discomfort, pain, straining) and is not passed out frequently. The fecal matter becomes hard due to a low water content and may have been in transit through the bowels for too long. I...
stool analysis, blood glucose, thyroid function test, tests for celiac disease, small bowel biopsy and a colonoscopy are to be done.Meanwhile you can take a course of Rifaximin,T.Librax and probiotic supplements for relief.Discuss with your doctor before taking any medications.Regards,Dr.R.K.