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Can a colonoscopy prep cause irritation in the colon in the internal rectum that looks exactly like ulcerative colitis when the pictures are taken.

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Dr. Brad Goldenberg answered

Not likely: Ulcerative colitis has a specific appearance and location that distinguishes it histologically from normal tissue. The scenario you describe is possible with human error involved, but for the most part, very unlikely

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 2/1/2020

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A member asked:

Can a colonoscopy prep cause irritation in the colon in the internal rectum that looks exactly like ulcerative colitis when the pictures are taken.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brad Goldenberg answered

Dr Khanna agreed

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