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Can you have either ice cream sandwich or plain vanilla ice cream three days before a colonoscopy?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, you can.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/26/2022

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

I would ask your local team as you do not want to go thru the prep again. At least most don't.

Answered 6/25/2022

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