Hi. 30 weeks pregnant. Went to the bathroom a few hours ago and it felt like diarrhea but I didn’t look at it. Just went a few minutes ago, and it felt the same but I happened to look this time. Didn’t look runny like diarrhea. Just soft, and really black. It also burned when I pooped. I’m only taking Zantac and prenatals. What could cause this? Do I need to go to the ER?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.First of all, do not panic.In my opinion, your symptoms can be due to Iron supplements if you are taking it as a part of prenatal care.Many women experience black stools, diarhea, bloating.You can stop iron supplements for a couple of days and observe. If symptoms regress then please seek prescription support from your treating doctor for another iron salt preparation.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar