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Suggest Treatment For Cystic Fibrosis, Abdominal Pain And Diarrhea

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Posted on Thu, 23 Mar 2017
Question: I have a cystic fibrosis patient who was accidentally given mesalamine rather than croon in a med error. He took the med for 3 days before the error was discovered. He was taking excessive mesalamine. He has had cramping abdominal pain and slight bloody diarrhea. Any advise on potential long term problems.
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (41 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No need to worry for long term complications.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
3 days mesalamine will not cause long term complications.
So don't worry about long term serious complications.
All these symptoms will gradually subside in 1 week time.
Tell him to follow normal diet for 1 week.
Don't worry, he will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your patient. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Cystic Fibrosis, Abdominal Pain And Diarrhea

Brief Answer: No need to worry for long term complications. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. 3 days mesalamine will not cause long term complications. So don't worry about long term serious complications. All these symptoms will gradually subside in 1 week time. Tell him to follow normal diet for 1 week. Don't worry, he will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your patient. Thanks.