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A 31-year-old male asked:

Is it normal to have diarrhea immediately after colonoscopy with small amounts of blood. had two polyps removed and biopsies?

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Dr. Hiep Le
Dr. Hiep Leanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 44 years experience
Yes, it is not uncommon.
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Reviewed Jan 18, 2022
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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc
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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc
Dr. Silviu Pasniciucanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
Of course not normal, but seen specifically after polypectomies and biopsies, bleeding is expected as the healing process starts. Stay in touch with the gastroenterologist for full results and plans going forward.
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