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What Are The Side Effects Of Drinking A Barium Solution 2 Hours Before Having A CAT Scan?

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Posted on Fri, 13 Oct 2023
Question: I have stage 4 cancer. I have to drink a barium solution 2 hours before having cat scan. What are the Dr's looking for and what are the side effects? Thank you.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Barium solution

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking

First I’ll all I would like to know your diagnosis

Barium sulfate is a contrast agent. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan

Common side effects may include:

mild stomach cramps;
nausea, vomiting;
loose stools or mild constipation.

Best regards
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What Are The Side Effects Of Drinking A Barium Solution 2 Hours Before Having A CAT Scan?

Brief Answer: Barium solution Detailed Answer: Hello and thank you for asking First I’ll all I would like to know your diagnosis Barium sulfate is a contrast agent. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan Common side effects may include: mild stomach cramps; nausea, vomiting; loose stools or mild constipation. Best regards