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Dr. Vikas N. Chitnavis
Gastroenterologist
Dr. Vikas Chitnavis is a gastroenterologist practicing in Roanoke, Virginia . Dr. Chitnavis specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Chitnavis performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Dr. Vikas N. Chitnavis
- Roanoke, Virginia
- MD at Government Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?
Generally, bleeding does not occur if the colonoscopy is diagnostic, i.e. no polyp removal or biopsies. If you have had a biopsy or a polypectomy, bleeding could occur from the READ MORE
Generally, bleeding does not occur if the colonoscopy is diagnostic, i.e. no polyp removal or biopsies. If you have had a biopsy or a polypectomy, bleeding could occur from the polypectomy site. On occasions, patients may have some bleeding if they have friable hemorrhoids. If the bleeding continues, you should contact your gastroenterologist.
