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I was diagnosed with ida 3 months ago. had an iron infusion. had constipation for two weeks. found relief by taking metamucil. i am not constipated any more but notice maroon stools and blood. pain on right side of abdomen?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Work up needed: Your treating physician should be aware of your symptoms as further work up with imaging and/or colonoscopy will be needed.

Answered 11/7/2020

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with ida 3 months ago. had an iron infusion. had constipation for two weeks. found relief by taking metamucil. i am not constipated any more but notice maroon stools and blood. pain on right side of abdomen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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