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Suggest Ways To Rule Out A Melanosis Coli Infection
Question: I have been on Per Diem for many years because of a "kink" in my colon. Nothing else works but my gastroenterologist wants me off because of the beginnings of "black colon"
Brief Answer:
Suggestive of Melanosis coli
Detailed Answer:
Dear Madam, Hi & Good morning.
Thanks for posting your query on healthcare magic.
Based on the history given you seem to have developed a long term side due to chronic use of laxative Pardiem (Senna).
Melanosis Coli usually results from chronic use of laxatives like Senna & Rhubarb derivatives.
It is due to an abnormal brown or black pigmentation of colonic mucosa & considered as a benign lesion that can disappear if the use of laxative is discontinued.
Hope this answers your query, however if you have any follow up query, I shall be glad to answer.
Best regards.
Suggestive of Melanosis coli
Detailed Answer:
Dear Madam, Hi & Good morning.
Thanks for posting your query on healthcare magic.
Based on the history given you seem to have developed a long term side due to chronic use of laxative Pardiem (Senna).
Melanosis Coli usually results from chronic use of laxatives like Senna & Rhubarb derivatives.
It is due to an abnormal brown or black pigmentation of colonic mucosa & considered as a benign lesion that can disappear if the use of laxative is discontinued.
Hope this answers your query, however if you have any follow up query, I shall be glad to answer.
Best regards.
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