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Black stool
I am 15 weeks pregnant and just recovered from fever/cold since 5 days. I had been taking medicines and I am noticing that the stools I pass are dark and sometimes tar black.
Also, I started taking calcium and iron supplements since a week (daily - for next 6 months).
Anything to worry or should I talk to my gynae for reducing iron?
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Iron supplements turn your stool dark or even black, in fact it is good sign! You have nothing to worry about.
Kindly consult for any further queries.
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