Patient's question:
The day before yesterday, I had bloated stomach pain and poor digestion. My bowel movement was once every two days, dry and black. I went to the hospital for treatment. The diagnosis was chronic gastritis with negative Helicobacter pylori. I was prescribed medication. That day, the bloating subsided, the stomach pain became mild, and the bowel movement was once a day, but it was still black. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
The appearance of black stools can be caused by consuming certain medications or foods, such as taking iron supplements, bismuth preparations, or eating animal organs, animal blood, etc. If the symptoms disappear after stopping the use of these foods or medications, it may be nothing serious. However, if the symptoms persist, it is important to consider the possibility of gastrointestinal bleeding. In such cases, it is necessary to visit a regular hospital for a thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis and receive prompt treatment.The condition of severe stomach bloating requires immediate medical attention. It is recommended that the patient seek treatment immediately and follow the doctor's advice for symptomatic treatment.