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A member asked:

I have a very bald flare of my colitis and have been in the hospital for 4 days. my hemoglobin was 70 and i had a blood transfusion. what should eat?

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Dr. Peter Tomasello answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See below: I would check with your gastroneurologist good luck thank you.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 1/5/2014

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Dr. Philip Woodworth answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Maybe nothing now: If there is concern that you might need surgery then don't eat anything. The doctors in the hospital will let you know what you are approved to eat.

Answered 1/6/2014

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