Sigmoidoscopy (cont.)
Medical Author:
Michael J Klevens, MD
Coauthor:
Jacob W Ufberg, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Thomas Rebbecchi, MD, FAAEM
IN THIS ARTICLEWhen to Seek Medical CareYou should notify the doctor if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or heavy bleeding after a sigmoidoscopy. Your doctor may instruct you to go to the hospital's emergency department if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or heavy bleeding after a sigmoidoscopy. Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Sigmoidoscopy
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