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How safe is barium sulfate suspension for ct scan? i have svt, high blood press, chronic constipation & idiopathic hives. any precautions to take?

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Dr. Duane Gels answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Keep it moving: And of those issues, only constipation would seem to be of concern. Barium itself can be constipating; it even can solidify stool. Yeah. So be consistent with the treatment you've been prescribed - (don't overdo, tho) preferably fiber, psyllium, PEG (miralax) etc. rather than stimulant laxatives. Keep it moving till the barium's outta there.

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Answered 2/7/2015

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A member asked:

How safe is barium sulfate suspension for ct scan? i have svt, high blood press, chronic constipation & idiopathic hives. any precautions to take?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Duane Gels answered

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

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