Is it safe to get a barium enema X-ray instead of a colonoscopy just 4 days after open surgery for a large inguinal scrotal hernia I'm worried about complications

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Yes you can go for barium enema But it is not replacement of colonoscopy. Next Steps you should go as per your doctor advice to reach for proper diagnosis. Health Tips you should consult your doctor if you not satisfied with your doctor take second opinion But should go according your doctor advice for satisfactory treatment. take care

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my one month old baby has been diagnosed with an inguinal hernia near the lower abdomen and doctors are recommending surgery is this procedure safe for such a young infant what are the risks involved

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