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Gastrointestinal Medical Terms Melena Black, tarry, foul smelling stool Indicates upper GI bleed (digested blood) Common causes: Peptic ulcer, varices Not bright red blood Hematochezia Bright red blood Understanding Melena: What Does It Mean When You Have Dark Stools? Fortis Healthcare Word of the day: Melena melaena Melena refers to the black, "tarry" feces that are associated with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. The black color is caused by the hemoglobin in the blood MALENA: Melena is the medical term for black, tarry stools caused by the presence of digested blood. It typically indicates bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, such as the: Stomach Duodenum
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