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Had a colonoscopy and it was normal, biopsy taken and it showed, non specific colitis. gi told its vague term not to be worry. what does it mean?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Consult pathologist: It may be useful to talk to the pathologist who examined the biopsy. Preferably both you and your doctor should have a conversation with the pathologist together.

Answered 7/11/2015

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A member asked:

Had a colonoscopy and it was normal, biopsy taken and it showed, non specific colitis. gi told its vague term not to be worry. what does it mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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