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Is it normal to have an absence of a bowel movement for a number of days occur after a colonoscopy?
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Yes, the bowel pres: Probably cleaned you out so well that no stool is left to come out for a few days. If you are passing flatus, don't worry, stool will come.
Answered 11/2/2020
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