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How long after colonoscopy until you have a normal bowel movement?
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A day or two: Since you are not eating the day before and your bowel has been cleaned for colonoscopy and your bowel is clean.After colonoscopy you start eating regular diet and it may take a day or two to have a regular bowel movement.
Answered 3/16/2018
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