melaena

Definitions of melaena
  1. noun
    abnormally dark tarry feces containing blood (usually from gastrointestinal bleeding)
    synonyms: melena
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    BM, dejection, faecal matter, faeces, fecal matter, feces, ordure, stool
    solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
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