Internal bleeding with black stool — what should I do?
Disease description:
I noticed a short segment of black in my stool, and I have some mild pain in my waist. I heard that if there's internal bleeding, the stool may appear black. What should I do if black stool is caused by internal bleeding?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
Black stool due to internal bleeding can generally be treated with hemostatic methods. Hemostatic medications such as ethamsylate, somatostatin, and batroxobin are commonly used. In addition, it is advisable to administer fluid replacement therapy to the patient so that timely adjustments can be made if the patient's condition changes. Furthermore, patients should undergo gastroscopy and colonoscopy, as these examinations can usually identify the specific site of bleeding.
