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Following colonoscopy i get really constipated. is this normal?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

After a colonoscopy: Having had a full bowel prep most folks will not have a bowel movement for 1-3 days. If it is longer than that i would discuss with your endoscopist. Preps can dehydrate which also leads to constipation so drink 80-100 oz caffeine free/alcohol free fluid leading up to and after colonoscopy to avoid in the future.

Answered 6/15/2021

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