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Do calcium supplements affect ulcerative colitis?

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Dr. Robin Rosenberg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

No: However vit d levels should be checked to see if you are at risk for osteoporosis- in this case vit d and calcvium may help with secondary bone loss.

Answered 7/16/2013

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