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Can i have a barium swallow with chronic constipation?
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Yes, no problem: Drink plenty of fluids the day before and after the study, eat fruits and vegetables or drink prune juice afterwards. The amount of barium swallowed is not all that much and it isn't really likely to be a problem.
Answered 7/5/2015
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Yes,: but the barium won't help with the constipation. Drink plenty of fluids afterwards to help eliminate the barium.
Answered 7/5/2015
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