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Change in bowel habits /pain . flex sig clear . doc suggested ct colonography as found flex sig too painful - said increased risk as 29 years old and cant get pregnant for 3 years after due to radiation risk ? can anyone explain?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

After ct scan: I don't believe that radiation stays in your body after a ct scan. A radiologist is better qualified to answer that. If you wish to avoid radiation, try a colonoscopy as a mild sedative will be administered and sometimes fentanyl is also used as the pain reliever.

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Answered 8/25/2019

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A member asked:

Change in bowel habits /pain . flex sig clear . doc suggested ct colonography as found flex sig too painful - said increased risk as 29 years old and cant get pregnant for 3 years after due to radiation risk ? can anyone explain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems and 4 doctors agreed

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