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Is it normal for me not to to have a bowel movement 2 weeks after sigmoid colectomy?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

No not really: you need to talk with your surgeon and inform them of this. This is NOT normal!!

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 6/30/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal for me not to to have a bowel movement 2 weeks after sigmoid colectomy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Dr Feola agreed

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