Two weeks ago I was admitted to hospital for emergency surgery when I developed a perianal abcess and serious infection. I have suffered with chronic diarrhoea for about 18 months now and the consultant in hospital believes this is linked with the abscess.I am concerned today though as for the last three days I am passing black tar-like stools every time I go to the toilet. This has never happened before and I am now worried that I am bleeding internally. Could the black stools be linked with the abscess or is it something else? Should I see a doctor?Thanks in advance for any help.
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If by any chance you have been taking any antidiarrheal medicine containing bismuth subsalicylate (in the U.S., Pepto Bismol and Kaopectate), that is the likely cause. But given your recent surgical history I would report the black stool right away, regardless. It sounds like you really need a proper diagnosis of your diarrhea; the abscess may indeed be related to some sort of chronic inflammatory bowel disease. I hope you're able to get some help promptly.
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If by any chance you have been taking any antidiarrheal medicine containing bismuth subsalicylate (in the U.S., Pepto Bismol and Kaopectate), that is the likely cause. But given your recent surgical history I would report the black stool right away, regardless. It sounds like you really need a proper diagnosis of your diarrhea; the abscess may indeed be related to some sort of chronic inflammatory bowel disease. I hope you're able to get some help promptly.
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Definitely a see the doctor about this ASAP.K.
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Definitely a see the doctor about this ASAP.K.
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