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What does chronic laxative use & diarreah do to the colon? can the damage be seen on an mri?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Damage: chronic laxative abuse will ultimately lead to a non responsive colon as well as melanosis of the colon.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/14/2016

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A member asked:

What does chronic laxative use & diarreah do to the colon? can the damage be seen on an mri?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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