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Does small bowel pillcam also look at large bowel? had done 2.5 years ago and was normal. colonoscopy of very bottom bit of bowel was normal, but they didn't look at the rest (calprotectin still raised, so worried about part not looked at?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Pillcam: There is a pillcam for visualization of the colon. I'm doubtful that your study 2.5 years ago visualized the colon. Your gastroenterologist can answer that question best.

Answered 1/23/2021

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A member asked:

Does small bowel pillcam also look at large bowel? had done 2.5 years ago and was normal. colonoscopy of very bottom bit of bowel was normal, but they didn't look at the rest (calprotectin still raised, so worried about part not looked at?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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