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Why would turmeric be contraindicated for patients with common bile duct obstruction?

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Jaundice.: The color of turmeric and the color of jaundice caused by biliary obstruction in deep yellow.It is recommended not to use turmeric when you have biliary obstruction

Answered 7/3/2013

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