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Suggest Treatment For Diverticulosis While Treating Colon Cancer
i was just prescribed effient I have diverticulosis and history of colon cancer and hypertension. had stent in right artery 2nd time. just little concerned about whether I should be taking this after reading about this drug. just released yesterday from having stent. plus getting dental cap next week
Fri, 5 Oct 2018
Hi,
Diverticulosis is not a big deal and most cases resolve well with conservative measures. Consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated.
If symptoms are severe surgical treatment may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Diverticulosis is not a big deal and most cases resolve well with conservative measures. Consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated.
If symptoms are severe surgical treatment may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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