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I have a twisted colon, chronic constipation.?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Twisted Colon: Not sure what your question is, but recommend consulting a gastro-enterologist.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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