I thought some of my readers would be interested to hear about my recent colonoscopy.
The Pico Salax laxative was mild, I took the 2 doses at required times and did a clear liquid diet all the day before. The specialist performed the colonoscopy at an endoscopy clinic, instead of at the hospital. If you are under 75 you can choose to have it done outside of the hospital. It was a quick, it took under an hour including processing time. Daughter L took me and signed that she would be responsible for taking me home. Waking from the knockout anaesthesia, it must have been laughing gas, I had a feeling of euphoria, that all was well with me and the world. The best part was knowing it was all over. Earlier on I remember that the doctor was worrying about the weather in Italy and spoke of Liguria, maybe he was going on vacation soon. I asked him how soon I could eat afterwards, he said 'immediately, anything I want'. Outside in the waiting room, the receptionist spoke of her fasting while prepping for her own colonoscopy. Her hubby made a delicious meal that same night and finished it! She shook her head in puzzlement, why would he do that? It was a very efficient procedure, I was impressed with this clinic. I didn't require a follow up appointment with the doctor, my next colonoscopy is recommended in 6 to 8 years.
The Pico Salax laxative was mild, I took the 2 doses at required times and did a clear liquid diet all the day before. The specialist performed the colonoscopy at an endoscopy clinic, instead of at the hospital. If you are under 75 you can choose to have it done outside of the hospital. It was a quick, it took under an hour including processing time. Daughter L took me and signed that she would be responsible for taking me home. Waking from the knockout anaesthesia, it must have been laughing gas, I had a feeling of euphoria, that all was well with me and the world. The best part was knowing it was all over. Earlier on I remember that the doctor was worrying about the weather in Italy and spoke of Liguria, maybe he was going on vacation soon. I asked him how soon I could eat afterwards, he said 'immediately, anything I want'. Outside in the waiting room, the receptionist spoke of her fasting while prepping for her own colonoscopy. Her hubby made a delicious meal that same night and finished it! She shook her head in puzzlement, why would he do that? It was a very efficient procedure, I was impressed with this clinic. I didn't require a follow up appointment with the doctor, my next colonoscopy is recommended in 6 to 8 years.
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Glad you got it over and done with! Have a great weekend, hugs, Valerie
I have never done it but a relative have.
May you have a nice weekend
Hi Christine glad it all went well and that it's now over for a few years,take care my friend xx
Mr Him had one and opted not to be knocked out. He had oxygen instead. Not a pleasant experience.
Thank God all is well.
God bless.
All's well that ends well :)
Sorry Christine...I couldn't stop myself!
I am happy for you that it is finished and you are fine.
I had the test done almost ten years ago, and have to have another one next year. Your description sounds similar to what I went through.
cannot believe he opted to stay awake!
I am going to avoid these! I had one, without meds, when my principal bullying was giving me colitis. Never again! I still get this symptom when stressed. I have new meds to calm me down. I've been using them to dispel anxiety over Daisy and other issues. Sigh.
Thanks God you are well, is the best Christine, send you love !
That is wonderful news, Christine! I'm so happy to hear that all went well and all is well. I have mine coming up in March and I hope they give me a similar anesthesia :)
Oh Jenn so sorry to hear this.
not fun to have done but at least it was quick :)
Sounds like the prep was easy for you. That is the part I hate the most as it takes up two days of one's life. One day to take all the laxatives and the next day to sit in the bathroom. Oh, and then there is the day of the actual procedure. Yours went quite quickly. I've had two as has Terry and it has taken about 3 hours out of the day. I'm waiting until they have a magic wand to wave over me before I do another one!
Glad to read that everything went well.
You can enjoy your weekend now …
All the best Jan
Good to hear things went well. Now you can check it off the list of things to take care of.
I am glad you felt euphoric after your colonoscopy and also glad you had a good outcome.
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