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How to effectively treat ibs-c ? my colonoscopy results= two 5-10 mm benign polyps, diverticulosis and melanosis. i am a man 38 years old.
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Constipation: High-fiber diet with a lot of water every day and even prune juice may help. There are medications by prescription for chronic constipation and ibs with predominance of constipation. The polyps need to be followed depending on the pathology. Ongoing symptoms then reconsult your gastroenterologist. Read more at browardgi.Com.
Answered 10/12/2013
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