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Can lumpy stools be an after effect following the discontinuation of clindamycin?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possible: IF so, this symptom should pass.

Dr Khanna and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/3/2017

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