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Had a colonoscopy done on the 8th of may and i feel bloated and i've lost weight should i be concerned? should i go see my doctor?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Should: Not be having those symptoms this far out as a result of your colonoscopy. I would most definitely talk with your primary doc and the endoscopy doctor as well and discuss the situation.

Dr Gelin agreed

Answered 5/26/2014

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