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Is Barium Enema Safe When Suffering From Diverticular Abscess?
Question: I am having a barium enema soon and am concerned as I have a diverticular abscess which has been drained and now remains there uninfected and about 5cm square. Do I need to let the radiologist know? Are there any risks I should try to manage/be aware of?
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Brief Answer:
After four weeks of drainage,enema can be done.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Thanks for writing to HCM
I have gone through your findings in detail.
Yes,you should inform your radiologist but there is nothing to be worried about.
It is important to know that when it was drained back.After four weeks of duration,barium enema can be safely done and there is no associated risk .
Barium enema will evaluate your large intestine.In acute infection,barium enema is contraindicated due to risk of perforation.After resolution of acute inflammation,it can be safely done.
Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your question.
Further queries are most welcome.
Take Care
Dr.Indu XXXXXXX
After four weeks of drainage,enema can be done.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Thanks for writing to HCM
I have gone through your findings in detail.
Yes,you should inform your radiologist but there is nothing to be worried about.
It is important to know that when it was drained back.After four weeks of duration,barium enema can be safely done and there is no associated risk .
Barium enema will evaluate your large intestine.In acute infection,barium enema is contraindicated due to risk of perforation.After resolution of acute inflammation,it can be safely done.
Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your question.
Further queries are most welcome.
Take Care
Dr.Indu XXXXXXX
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