Stool changes are referred to as the abnormal color of stools, changes in the consistency and frequency of stools. Changes in bowel habits can occur due to Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid disorders, diverticulosis, and celiac disease. Taking medications and an increased amount of laxatives can affect bowel movements. Abnormal color changes observed in stools are black-colored stools, clay-colored stools, deep red stools, and white-colored stools. Changes observed in the consistency of stool are dry stools, hard stools, mucus that leaks around the stool, and loose stools. Normal stools appear brown and they are easy to pass.
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Can taking Ayurvedic laxatives cause dark brown stool?
Query: Hello doctor, Recently, I started taking Abhayarishta medicine. I was having pain in the anus. I consulted a doctor and they told me that it is an infection. Now daily I take Abhayarishta medicine for better digestion. But the stool color is dark brown. Is it because of Abhayarishta or some other pr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Abhayaristam is a laxative and appetizer. It is good for your concern. It might be causing dark brown stool. But there are other causes too. Some kinds of foods and internal bleeding are also responsible for that. You can check it very easily. Just stop Abhayaristam ... Read Full »
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