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Dad, 79 yr, colonoscopy on monday, which was normal. his bowel-m has been half the usual or none. on a fiber supp. how long b-fore his bm is normal?
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Variable: Colonoscopy preparation usually involves a bowel prep that cleans all material out so the physician can see. Return to normal bowel function usually comes back when appetite and normal food intake resumes.
Answered 12/12/2015
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