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Can Azacitidine And Azacitidine Injections For Over A Year Cause Diarrhea Everyday?

I have Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Have been treated with injections of Azacitidine and Azacitadine for the past year, My question is can this cause diarhea with two to three visits to the bathroom nearly every day, I had a colonoscopy when this first started and the only answer I got was they found no bacteria. But I would like to have another opinion. This disrupting any routine I try to have.
Mon, 20 Feb 2023
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Hi,

Yes, Azacitidine treatment can cause diarrhea. Azacitidine is a medication used to treat certain blood cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia. Side effects of Azacitidine can include digestive issues such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

If you have persistent diarrhea, please consult your healthcare provider. They can perform further tests to determine the cause of your symptoms and provide appropriate treatment. They may also be able to adjust your medication regimen to help manage the side effects.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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Can Azacitidine And Azacitidine Injections For Over A Year Cause Diarrhea Everyday?

Hi, Yes, Azacitidine treatment can cause diarrhea. Azacitidine is a medication used to treat certain blood cancers, including acute myeloid leukemia. Side effects of Azacitidine can include digestive issues such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. If you have persistent diarrhea, please consult your healthcare provider. They can perform further tests to determine the cause of your symptoms and provide appropriate treatment. They may also be able to adjust your medication regimen to help manage the side effects. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician