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I'm 21 years old,i had done sigmoidoscopy due to mucus and narrow stool which was normal,my doctor recommended ibs tablets for one month but i still experiencing stomach pain and back pain,some seed like black spots ,can i go for full colonoscopy?

Q: i'm 21 years old,i had done sigmoidoscopy due to mucus and narrow stool which was normal,my doctor recommended ibs tablets for one month but i still experiencing stomach pain and back pain,some seed like black spots ,can i go for full colonoscopy?

: Yes, you should have colonoscopy with biopsy. Good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, you should have colonoscopy with biopsy. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/29/2023

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A member asked:

I'm 21 years old,i had done sigmoidoscopy due to mucus and narrow stool which was normal,my doctor recommended ibs tablets for one month but i still experiencing stomach pain and back pain,some seed like black spots ,can i go for full colonoscopy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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