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I am preparing for colonoscopy in 4 days. should i stop intravenous infusions of iron and vitamin b12?
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Consult doctor: Intravenous infusions of iron and B12 are not usual treatments. You should consult the doctor who prescribed this treatment.
Answered 5/4/2015
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