Colonoscopy preparation, How and Why.
Some of the more common reasons for a colonoscopy are blood in stool, persistent abdominal pain, bowel habits change or anyone over 50 years of age.
50 is the age when the risk for colon problems increases. Due to this it is recommended to have a colonoscopy every 10 years after the age of 50. However, if your family has a history of cancer you may need to have more frequent exams before the age of 50.
For most procedures you will be given a sedative or pain killers. I want a pain killer for the anticipation of pain. Something to keep me from worrying about the procedure.
Asking a friend or relative to come with you is a smart thing to do and it required. You will not be allowed to drive after the procedure due to the sedatives you will receive.
The doctors that you may talk to are the Proctologist and the Gastroenterologist. A Gastroenterologist is a doctor of the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is the study of the path food takes when it enters and leaves the body. A proctologist is a doctor of the rectum or anus.
One of the more difficult recommendations to follow is drinking enough water before, during and after the procedure. A large amount of water is needed by the body to clean the colon.
Since you are on a liquid diet it should be easier to drink more water. Other substances you can drink are Strained fruit juice, Plain coffee, Diet soda, Plain tea, Fat-free bouillon or broth. Gelatin or popsicles in any color but red or blue is usually allowed.
One option available to some patients is a new pill. This pill helps prepare for the colonoscopy by cleaning the colon and reducing the days needed for colonoscopy prep. Only your doctor can determine if this method is right for you.
I want a pill that works like a mars satellite mission. I take the pill and it discovers the secrets of my colon. Then sends data back to the doctors and I never leave my recliner. Maybe some day.
Some of the more common reasons for a colonoscopy are blood in stool, persistent abdominal pain, bowel habits change or anyone over 50 years of age.
50 is the age when the risk for colon problems increases. Due to this it is recommended to have a colonoscopy every 10 years after the age of 50. However, if your family has a history of cancer you may need to have more frequent exams before the age of 50.
For most procedures you will be given a sedative or pain killers. I want a pain killer for the anticipation of pain. Something to keep me from worrying about the procedure.
Asking a friend or relative to come with you is a smart thing to do and it required. You will not be allowed to drive after the procedure due to the sedatives you will receive.
The doctors that you may talk to are the Proctologist and the Gastroenterologist. A Gastroenterologist is a doctor of the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract is the study of the path food takes when it enters and leaves the body. A proctologist is a doctor of the rectum or anus.
One of the more difficult recommendations to follow is drinking enough water before, during and after the procedure. A large amount of water is needed by the body to clean the colon.
Since you are on a liquid diet it should be easier to drink more water. Other substances you can drink are Strained fruit juice, Plain coffee, Diet soda, Plain tea, Fat-free bouillon or broth. Gelatin or popsicles in any color but red or blue is usually allowed.
One option available to some patients is a new pill. This pill helps prepare for the colonoscopy by cleaning the colon and reducing the days needed for colonoscopy prep. Only your doctor can determine if this method is right for you.
I want a pill that works like a mars satellite mission. I take the pill and it discovers the secrets of my colon. Then sends data back to the doctors and I never leave my recliner. Maybe some day.
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