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I had barium for ct scan yesterday morning. my poop is still normal color. does this mean the barium is not coming out?

Q: i had barium for ct scan yesterday morning. my poop is still normal color. does this mean the barium is not coming out?

: No, I don’t think so. Have you been drinking fluids. Best to drink water, fluids, and barium will be better excreted in urine.

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No, I don’t think so. Have you been drinking fluids. Best to drink water, fluids, and barium will be better excreted in urine.

Answered 2/28/2023

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It sometimes can take several days to eliminate the contrast from the body after a CT scan. I would not worry if I were not seeing it yet. Contact your physician for the results and if you notice any new symptoms.

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A member asked:

I had barium for ct scan yesterday morning. my poop is still normal color. does this mean the barium is not coming out?

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