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Will a gastroenterologist automatically suggest a colonoscopy instead of a imaging/blood test work up? bloating,feeling full,appetite issues.
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If your: clinical picture does not suggest a problem with the colon that requires colonoscopy, the gastroenterologist will not recommend one.
Answered 5/5/2018
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