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Can Chocolate Boost Drink Cause Dark Stool And Constipation?
Question: My husband has been having dark stool and now slightly constipated, he recently started drinking the chocolate boost drink should he go in
Brief Answer:
Iron supplements and pepto bismol can be a reason
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.
You can first check the ingredients of chocolate boost drink or any supplements he is taking.
Iron supplements and pepto bismol can be a reason for black stools.
If he isn't taking anything that can cause black stools they may indicate bleeding from stomach or intestine so you need to go to hospital.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
Iron supplements and pepto bismol can be a reason
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.
You can first check the ingredients of chocolate boost drink or any supplements he is taking.
Iron supplements and pepto bismol can be a reason for black stools.
If he isn't taking anything that can cause black stools they may indicate bleeding from stomach or intestine so you need to go to hospital.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
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