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Started celebrex (celecoxib) 17days ago for swollen ankle. result pending..but i have a gastroscopy)scheduled in 2 weeks. should i reschedule the gi exam?
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Celebrex (celecoxib): Celebrex (celecoxib) should not change the results of the GI exam , but you can call to check.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Yes: Celebrex (celecoxib) causes gastric irritation and may lead to a misdiagnosis because of this.
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