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Melanotic stools can be caused by medication, including Pepto-Bismol. Blueberries can sometimes cause melanotic stools. Treatment for melanotic stools depends on the cause. Melanotic stools can be indicative of a disorder or injury of the digestive system.
Melena is a term that describes a particular appearance of blood in stools. This term describes stools that are black, tarry and often foul-smelling because of the presence of blood from the upper gastrointestinal tract.esting the stools is important because in certain specific situations, stools can take on the appearance of melena even if no bleeding is present. For example, eating black licorice, eating blueberries or taking iron pills can cause stools to have a similar appearance.