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After a colonoscopy i can't seem to have a bowel movement. what should i do?
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When was it: Remember that you emptied you entire colon in preparatio for the colonoscopy. You should have a bowel movement 24-48 hours after procedure. Check with the physician who performed the study.
Answered 4/26/2017
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