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Why are my poops 2 different colors?
Most of the time, poop that’s a different color from what you’re used to isn’t something to worry about. It’s rare for it to be a sign of a serious condition in your digestive system. But if it’s white, bright red, or black, and you don’t think it’s from something you ate, call your doctor.
Why is my poop 2 shades of brown?
Dark brown stool can be caused by dehydration, constipation, IBS, or simply from eating dark-colored foods or iron-rich foods or supplements.
When should I be worried about my stool color?
Consult your doctor if you’re concerned about your stool color. If your stool is bright red or black — which may indicate the presence of blood — seek prompt medical attention. Food may be moving through the large intestine too quickly, such as due to diarrhea.
What does different color poop mean?
Stool comes in a range of colors. All shades of brown and even green are considered normal. Only rarely does stool color indicate a potentially serious intestinal condition. Stool color is generally influenced by what you eat as well as by the amount of bile — a yellow-green fluid that digests fats — in your stool.
What color is your poop with gallbladder problems?
Stools that are pale, clay, or putty-colored may be due to problems in the biliary system. The biliary system is the drainage system of the gallbladder, liver, and pancreas. Food passes from the stomach into the small intestine.
What color should your bowel movement be?
The normal stool (poop,feces) usually is light to dark brown.
What causes change in color of bowel movements?
Stool color changes can be caused by diseases or conditions, pregnancy, medications, and diet. The color changes can vary from yellow, green, black, clay-colored, bright red, or maroon. Other stool changes include greasy and foul smelling stool, tarry stools, stool that floats, or mucus in the stool.
Why is my poop two different colors?
Bacterial,viral,or parasitic infections that may be causing malabsorption.
Why does stool change color?
Gallstones