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I had a pillcam colonoscopy on monday, i feel ok but i know i have not passed the pill in my bms. can it get stuck without having symptoms?
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Your treating: Gastroenterologist will most likely want to locate this device if it doesn't pass before your follow-up visit! A Plain film of your abdomen will locate it! Stop worrying about it! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 10/8/2016
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