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10. Testing and Diagnosis

If an individual starts to experience dehydration, weight loss, and pain as a result of diarrhea, medical experts advise seeing a physician. Most bouts of yellow stool are not serious. However, a doctor should evaluate any ongoing digestive tract issues or recurring conditions. Physicians may perform blood work, stool tests, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy to diagnose the problem.

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