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My 4 yrs old with severe constipation since she was 2 yrs old- is endoscopy & colonoscopy safe for her age?
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No problem: In the hands of a pediatric gastroenterologist it should be routine.
Answered 3/29/2013
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Yes: Specifically regarding safety as per your question - yes. But definitely get it worked up with a pediatric GI specialist.
Answered 6/10/2014
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