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What does it mean if a client 2 weeks post sigmoid colectomy suffers from nausea and vomiting?

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Dr. Johnny Green answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Pain meds?: The most common cause of nausea and vomiting 2 weeks after colon resection is taking your pain medications on an empty stomach. If that is not the case then contact your surgeon to discuss other possible problems.

Answered 11/28/2017

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