In the early stages of cirrhosis, it is generally not common to see black stools. Patients in the early stages of cirrhosis may not experience complications associated with the condition, such as portal hypertensive gastropathy and esophagogastric varices, nor would they likely suffer from peptic ulcers, etc. However, if patients with cirrhosis do not actively seek treatment or undergo regular check-ups, they could develop conditions like peptic ulcers and possibly esophagogastric varices that may rupture and bleed, leading to black stools. If black stools occur, it is important to promptly complete an endoscopic examination to confirm the diagnosis. Under endoscopy, hemostatic treatment should be performed. It is also crucial to actively rehydrate, suppress gastric acid secretion, and protect the gastric mucosa among other treatments.