Having a colonoscopy in hospital - Patient Guide
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- What to expect when you have a colonoscopy procedure. The video covers;
1. Being referred for a colonoscopy
2. Getting an appointment and patient information
3. Having a pre assessment
4. Preparing for the treatment
5. Taking a laxative
6. Getting to hospital
7. Being admitted to the department
8. Giving consent for the procedure
9. The risks associated with an colonoscopy
10. Checking vital signs and having a cannula fitted
11. Having sedation
12. Waiting for the procedure
13. Having a colonoscopy
14. Side effects of the procedure
15. Recovering from the procedure
16. Getting the results
17. Being collected and going home
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I had one in November as something was found in my 60+ Bowel Cancer Screening test. The staff were fantastic, I had sedation but it was still a bit uncomfortable. However, it was a small price to pay and it probably saved my life. I had a 4.5cm T3 tumour removed on 17th December... all clear now and forever grateful to the NHS
Glad it's all clear now! Did they remove the tumour at the same time they did the colonoscopy?
Yo me hice 2,nunca tuve miedo súper tranquilo todo,no sentí nada,
@@Banjoliope he wrote that he had the colonoscopy in November and they removed the tumor in December so he didn’t have it at the same time
Why didnt they put you to sleep? I have had several. Always asleep...prep sucks
some people arent allowed to go under general anesthesia because of health issues, sometimes the anesthesiologist just doesnt do it if they are at risk of going into a coma. @@kandacepatterson7965
The patient in this video is a really lovely lady .
I just watched it now after doing my colonoscopy yesterday. I didn’t feel any pain and I fell asleep the whole procedure. The nurses and doctor are very helpful and caring. ❤️
I had mine yesterday i was nervous but I was put to sleep wasn't bad at all don't think I'd want to be awake for it.
Same
It was the worst thing I ever experienced in my life. The pain was worse than having a baby. I'm 78 now. It was in the 60s. I didn't have any sedation. Never again.
That's because you have a hole like an Olympic medal.
@@Nerk43 yh I'm unsure how people are saying it was ok. I cried during mine and was only given gas & air. Horrendous stuff
The patient having this is so nice and explains it well as do the staff.
Had one today 28-10-2020 at Kings mill, excellent service, very professional, a 2mm polyp was removed, no pain, no other issues, happy days, long life, thank you all at our finest NHS 👍🏻😊⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🇬🇧
How about yours polyp
I had colonoscopy 2 years ago, I was sedated via IV then the next 30 minutes I was in the recovery room. My Doctor removed 1 polyp. I was given going home instruction. My MD greeted me before I go home. It’s a nice experience when you have trust with your MD.
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Having my procedure tomorrow. Thanks! That was informative and made the majority of anxiety diminish.
How did it go?
How’d it go bro?
What a great video. It takes away a lot of the fear of the unknown. Thank you for making it and taking away a lot of the anxiety that patients can experience.
I’ve had a few Colonoscopies over the last few years. I’ve now been diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis.
The NHS were brilliant as they sent me also for a CT Scan to ensure there was no cancer.
Not a nice procedure but all professionals involved really looked after me.
Thank you NHS...you were brilliant! X
Haha same here - Ulcerative Colitis diagnosis with me too, how are you doing?
@@richthofen0005 hi there. I’m doing fine thank you. How are you?
Hope you have healed somewhat.?
I had antibiotic associated colitis not nice.☹️
Like I said hope you are more comfortable.
What symptoms have you had for UC ? I've bowel issues can't seem to pluck up the courage to ring up about it. Pipes and tubes etc, going inside me is a real phobia.
@@v8cool231 Hi, I just had bleeding. No pain or discomfort. I was affected psychologically due to the unnatural bleeding.
I then went to my Dr who then referred me to my local hospital for many tests.
Thankfully I was diagnosed with UC and put on medication…not long after my bleeding stopped. I now have to go for scams every two years. My 2nd scan is this month.
Please go to your Dr/GP. The tests are not as bad as you may think. For instance, if you have to have a endoscopy procedure you can have a sedative to get your through this procedure.
Don’t hold back any longer…go and see your Dr/GP.
All the very best…please let me know how you get on. If not however, I understand.
Best of luck
I had my procedure few weeks ago and it’s exactly how it has been explained in this video. Thank you for sharing ♥️
No sedation but a bit of discomfort - had a load of polyps and cancer!
2007 diagnosis, 2008 after chemo and radio - surgery, 2009 off with the bag and back to normal loo visits . Several more colonoscopies at increasing intervals. 2022 I am still here! Though they just cancelled my check colonoscopy that I should have had in 2021. ( clearing the back log - just bin it!)
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Had my first colonoscopy done last week. The staff and doctors were superb. Never had any sedation, just went without and never felt a thing, bar the scope going in. Worst thing about it is the prep! My God, I've never sat on the toilet so much! Don't be scared, it could save your life.
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Im having this procedure this Wednesday, i had just got back from the hospital as they wanted me to do a covid test, ty for sharing its helped me relax more 😊
My first colonoscopy, I was awake and felt everything. The next time I told the doctor about my first experience and he gave me a higher dose of anesthesia. I remember waking up in the recovery room. It was heavenly - except for the prep.
The prep is the worst bit ,you get to know the toilet very well
27 yrs old. Convinced myself i had colon cancer because my tummy suddenly became so gassy overnight! Also had blood in stools that time which made me worry more. Pushed for a colonoscopy and nothing was found. Hope this helps. Until now I am still gassy after 6 months but I have peace of mind now. No more health anxiety
I had the procedure on 03/01/25 (fri). My advice to anybody who receives a letter from the NHS about a stool test kit is.....please please please do not ignore it. YOUR FUTURE HEALTH DEPENDS ON IT...DON'T DIE OF IGNORANCE. Suffice to say i myself am recovering well..Polyps were removed .. all of them benign.Thank you NHS for looking after me...i am forever grateful 😊😊😊
I’ve had three colonoscopies and two sigmoidoscopies. This is a very clear and accurate description. Much better and less uncomfortable the second time with sedation. I had gas and it was fine, no smell of gas. Staff friendly and kind, and put me completely at my ease. Please please do go if you are offered one. I had two sorts of polyps removed, and actually watched the whole procedure on screen. This can be a life saving procedure, don’t worry about embarrassment- they see hundreds of patients. Do it!❤
I got 1 Saturday week am bottling it , I fear thing like this😡😡
Just gas alone? What about IV sedation?
Thank you for sharing your experience. Were you conscious during sedation? What can I do to retain my memory during sedation? I don't want to lose my memory.
If your going to have this procedure I've had 3 of these its really no big deal and not painful,don't worry
My first one is scheduled for Friday. I'm more nervous of the procedure than the prep. Thank you all for your comments. I feel better about going in now 😊
I have mine on Friday als nerves
@@dustbunee2007 I hope it went okay for you. I can't lie on my left side at all, due to arthritis- especially in the shoulder. My mobility is very impaired with it.
@@carolinesharples6502 Hope it went okay
@@kdp8133 I ended up not having it, because I'm on Medicaid, and at my age, it would cost two arms and a leg. Also, my dad (who happens to be my legal guardian) says Cologuard is safer and just as effective.
@@dustbunee2007 I was saddened to read the reason you didn't have it. I am very lucky I am in the UK, so it is free. In the UK you are asked which side is most comfortable and they make adjustments accordingly. I hope you stay well all the same.
Thank you, am booked in for an emergency colonoscopy this coming Friday. This has been reassuring and a great help
Hello Elise , can you please tell me how did it go?
Crazy, here in the US, you are knocked out. No way I’d let anyone do this without being asleep. Strange how they can do it over here with sedation, yet this Dr says they can’t.
@rohandhanota9944 I think that is the dumbest reply I’ve ever read. 😏😂
Had one today, only got some xylocain for my throat, I'd rather do a boxing match with a guerilla than do this again, worst part was feeling the camera touching the walls in the stomach.
I had a colonoscopy yesterday and never felt a thing ,fretted over it for two weeks .total waste of time.i had the sedation and watched the whole thing had no discomfort whatever and I was done in 40 min,i have nothing but praise for the doctor and the nurses who looked after me at Hartlepool hospital ,please don't fret about having this done .
I had mine done several months ago and a lot has changed since this video. The prep wasn't that bad. I used Clenpiq. It's a split dose of 5.5 oz . I drank the first one with a straw at 4pm , then the next one at 9 pm. I had no cramping, I didn't have to " run" to the bathroom. It was pretty easy. During the procedure I was given Propofol. The next thing I knew they were saying I was done. My husband took me out for breakfast, went home, rested. Not bad at all. I do highly recommend using a doctor who does nothing but colonoscopies. Less chance of any complications.
I had mine done today . They told me I have proctitus. They removed 6 samples and one polyp was the size of a tangerine
@@kellybley2589 p
Key word - propofol. In the hands of a skilled professional, it's a wonderdrug. So many procedures could be made SO much easier with it as I was reminded 10 days ago when my #60 colo was done. :). Yay for propofol
I agree!
Yes! As a person with ulcerative colitis who has had multiple,propofol is indeed a wonder drug !
Propofol is a miracle.
Had mine on Tuesday prep wasn’t the best, the procedure was actually very quick, I had sedation which helped nurses and doctors were very professional and nice, had a Gastrointestinal lower bowel without sedation august 2020 that was more uncomfortable and sore in parts so if you have sedation helps. Felt worrying about was the hardest part the procedure was the easy part.
I've had six now. I'm always terrified before I go in but they dope you up something crazy. I go from freaking out to totally cool with it in seconds and they're really nice about it. One time a nurse held my hand through the whole procedure and I'm a bloke in his thirties lol.. If anyone is nervous about an upcoming procedure remember you'll have people there to look after you the whole time.
I farted like a hippo after mine and yes the nurses were brilliant laughed at me for farting lol said it was air they put in to see better.hope you are doing well now mate?
Knocking you out with the anesthesia scares me
Can you lay on your side ?
Alicia Quiroz not knocked out only sedated.
Bleacherz you do anyway.
Had CT colonoscopy 10 years ago no pain but awful prep. Had another last year, better prep but very painful due to air/gas pressure, left me sore and burning which hasn’t gone away after 9 months and is impacting on my life.
Did you go back and tell the doctor? Maybe you have a fissure or an internal hemorrhoid.
@@frenchustube have told more than one doctor and consultants but no one has offered explanation, and don’t appear to be interested. Good news is, have very recently found gradual improvement, so hopefully whatever, if any, damage, is healing but very much regret having the procedure.
I had one. One thing to remember; after taking the liquid laxative, do NOT venture out of the house until it's time for the appointment---failure to heed this warning will result in having a messy accident in your pants in public.
Haha!
I found that out the hard way 😂
@@charleyyy_5232 lol even at u're not safe I barely made it to bathroom the last time 😂
@@charleyyy_5232 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂
I had mine yesterday. I was so anxious and very worried. I had mine in LLandough in south wales. The staff were fabulous and I had the sedation and it took all the stress away immediately. Little uncomfortable with simply the passing of some gas due to the air put into the bowel. Thankfully nothing serious found but I’m pleased now I had this. I watched this video and it is spot on as to what to expect. Thank you to the lovely staff and this wonderful lady - you helped a very stressed 47 year old awaiting the procedure. Thank you.
i will be having a colonoscopy within the next couple of weeks ,i have had a chat with the team already got my moviprep ready ,this video reassures me that all will be well on the day ,many thanks for the upload
Scared, Scared, 😨... My hospital dose not have such kind caring ppl. Thats actually what worries me the most right now!!
how did it go? update?
Isabel Lopez You silly arse.
@@Truthhurtz4u oh
@@stevegonzales7833 ?
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What did happen to Isabel? 🥺 talk to me! 😢
i had mine yesterday. i was given the choice of sedation or gas and air. because i had no body to stay with me for 24 hours after the procedure i chose gas and air. the nurses were great . very reasuring and polite. i had both the camera down my into my stomach as well as the colonoscapy so i had the two procedures at the one visit. i have to say my choice of gas and air was not the best. although it did help a bit i did feel it was quite painful . at one point i asked the doctor to stop the procedure but then decided to allow hin to complete the job because i didn' t want to have to return. if i had to do it again i'd definately chose the sedation route i'd be fine with that. don't worry about having it done it could save your life but go for the sedation if possible. it's true about the blood in your stool aferwards. they took biopseys and it does produce some blood so don't be alarmed. this video is exacly how my experiance was so full marks to that.
I also had mine yesterday and I had the colonoscopy and the endoscopy, I felt absolutely no pain I was completely under and I have to admit the worst part is the prep! They were really great at the facility they gave me an IV, Put the mask over my face told me to take deep breaths next thing you know I'm waking up in the recovery room didn't feel a thing, Now I'm just waiting on the results of the 5 polyps they removed moved from my bow bow and lower stomach I guess Now I'm just waiting on the results of the 5 polyps they removed from my bowl. The doctor assured me that they didn't look cancerous, they look like regular polyps 2 centimeters, I guess they can tell just by looking at them if they are abnormal looking. Now I'm just trying to keep myself calm until I hear back from them with the results.
What a wonderful lady. This has really helped inform and reassure me of my upcoming procedure. Thank you. ❤
I have a family history of bowl, pancreatic, and prostrate cancer. I have just had my prostrate removed because of cancer.
The colonoscopy is a walk in the park I’ve had 5 done in 4 years, you get a nice cup of tea and a sandwich after it.
It’s a no brainier, wife/kids/grandchildren potentially gone, or a colonoscopy?
Had two in three weeks with no sedation ( have a problem with anaesthetic) and the laxative so needed a different one ( they said it was the first time ever ) Uncomfortable yes , but it got me out of hospital within 30 minutes after the procedure. Second time they took away the bits that were cancerous , so it was short term pain for long term gain . I get them every six months and I’m still here .
I had 2 colonoscopy procedures in 4 days the first without any medication but unfortunately wasn't fully empty despite the pre treatment
This was uncomfortable with a little pain
The 2nd time as I had a cannula fitted they gave me a mild specific sedative, this made the whole procedure to a none event
Very easy.
Always have the sedation.
Not everyone can have the sedation, especially if you have severe heart/lung problems, and this is exactly what im facing on Monday😣
@@patriciachisholm9544 how did it go
You don't get the option to have sedation on the NHS in most cases and you really don't need it as it is uncomfortable at most!
I had colonoscopy and asked for gas-and-air, it was fine. It was as well this was done as the medic found something he didn't like and his colleague removed it surgically in Feb 2024. Today am getting the annual check-up. Got to say I have not missed the prep, it's all fine until the night before.
I had one under sedation. The prep is definitely the worse part.
@@محمدمنصور-و9م idiot
I am having my first one done on the 7th August. This video helped me. Thanks!
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I am a bit apprehensive, I will be going for one tomorrow.
@@njengakamami1809 how did it go? I’m going in for mine tomorrow😢😢😭😭
Hazel Eyes, it went quite well, the doctor was very friendly. I had so many questions before the procedure, luckily she patiently answered all of them.... I wish you all the best.
@@hazeleyes9098
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Having my 4th in two days am grateful because I always have polyps so I’m glad when it’s over
such amazing nurses and doctors as a person with bowel disease i do these every three years but i still get bit nervous the first one the dr didn’t sedate me enough and he broke the cable so i woke up with a new dr but this is a great video shows what a well run hospital this is just so sweet when a nurse holds your hand last time the nurse held the mask and squeezed my hand felt less nervous plus if you ask you can get ativan
I never have a Colonoscopy several times and after the first time when had sedation…I watched it all on the screen and chatted to the consultant the whole time…When the Nurse came to fetch me …she asked if I was ‘coming round’ from the sedation…He said/ coming round!!…She didn’t stop talking!!!!After that I didn’t have sedation for the following colonoscopy!!…
Had this done a year ago... my advice is relax and trust the medical professionals. It is not painful or uncomfortable.... (well not in my case)
3 polyps were removed.. I did not know this until afterwards.
I took no sedation...
Hope this helps someone...
PS didn't like drinking ALL THAT WATER..
😁👍
My 51-year-old nephew is afraid to get a colonoscopy even though he had bleeding from the rectum. He passed it off as all sorts of excuses. Now he is found out he has stage 3 almost 4 rectal cancer. His life is altered forever. Folks don't be afraid of a colonoscopy it's a walk in the park compared to what you'll be looking forward to if you don't get it done.
I am so sorry to hear about your nephew. I am sending 🙏 to him.
I had stage 4 colon cancer to the liver 4 years ago. I am cancer free for 3 years.
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Good analogy (sorry I realised that's a slightly too apt word as I typed it) after my 1st colonoscopy they detected something and for 2 months I was prepared for having a bag but then they did the op and I woke up without any stoma. Pathology showed there was a Grade 1 cancer so it was definitely worth having the procedure done
Thanks for this . It is helpful and takes away the anxiety. I am due to have one in week
Had it once with sedation. NEVER AGAIN. So painful due to unusual twists. Now I always get Propofol; what a difference.
I had one yesterday. Sadly, although sedated, I was in too much pain for the procedure to be finished. Now awaiting an appointment for a CT scan, which means more prep drinking too. After all the fasting, drinking the horrible prep and getting a covid swab prior to the day, i felt and still do feel utterly despondent that there was no end result.
I feel your pain I have had 2 with a 3rd soon, each time it has been the worst pain ever and they told me don't bother with the sedation it won't take that long, all I can say there giving me sedation.
I had one and was never asked at any point if I wanted any sedation or anything for the pain, so I thought obviously it was going to be a pain free procedure, unfortunately how wrong was I t, the pain was so bad I started to see stars and went all giddy and almost fainted, and they had to abort about a quarter of the way through, and that was it they never asked me to come back and have a scan of any type or anything, so my advise would be to anyone who's having this procedure is to definitely ask to be sedated and for any pain relief they can give you, I certainly will never have one again without these things being put in place first.
Although I think most of the time this is quite a pain free procedure for most people, unfortunately When I had one I was never offered any type of sedation or pain killers of any sort, so I found it very painful, so just as advice I would suggest if your having make sure to ask for so e sort of sedation/ pain killers of some sort.
My son said it was not nice the prep for CT scan
I had one a few months ago at Canterbury Hospital. Great staff and professional throughout. I found the worst part of the whole procedure was having to drink that gunk beforehand. Took 4 samples but all okay thankfully. Watched some of the procedure and the only thought that sprung to mind was that my colon seemed cleaner than my flat. Seriously though it could save your life so a few minutes of discomfort is a small price to pay.
Snap - am myself going to K&C for colonoscopy today.
@@Ken_oh545 Good luck.
@ba-gg6jo it was the finest colonoscopy I ever had. Quick, no sedative, no dangers spotted and straight out of hospital feeling normal so now on nightshift.
Both the SEDATION and the IV are completely optional. The procedure is NOT that uncomfortable for many people.
I got my first one today and it was good they found nothing I was clean thank God I am.49 years old . But all is good prep was tough but otherwise I am glad I get regular physical and blood work and so I know all is good
So, from what I understand, some people don't opt to be sedated? I can't imagine that. I think I was put out. When I woke up, I woke up higher than a kite. My goodness was whatever they gave me powerful!
Same experience as mine, I felt so 🤒
Mine was agony it had me shouting out with pain I would never have it done again without being put under they said that it was a difficult procedure because my bowl’s are very twisted. Should have been in my place 😫😫
I hope you are much better now
What? Done while awake!? Oh how awful
@@denisehutchins4499 unfortunately yes it was agony I’d never have it done again
They should have stopped and booked a CT scan instead. Did you have sedation?
Unfortunately no they had tried to do it several years before and hah had to stop because it was so painful that I couldn’t keep completely still and they were afraid of puncturing my bowel but this time they just carried on 🤬🤬
I had one done a few years ago as iI am ovarian cancer survivor.
very informative & enlightening, removes any fears
Had mine 5 months ago. The prep was sooo terrible. Didn’t feel anything, but the dehydration afterward was traumatic. Never again. 😢
I have to do a colonoscopy for the rest of my life due to colon cancer. Never feel pain, the sedation is wonderful, is the preparation that I don’t like, but i have no choice.
I had one and I asked for an injection because the first lady who went in came out crying. The sedation didn't work and I felt after everything. It can get painful like a severe gas pain but I asked them to give me a break when it got too painful. The pain is like gas pain, not other kind of pain.
have had two of these investigations the first one was extremely painful
The second one at a different hospital, I didn’t have any pain at all couldn’t believe the difference
I have to undergo another colonospecy sometime this year because I have a past history of diverticulitis and polyps, the test itself isn't that bad but the prep is a pain in the ass.
They offer you alternate
. Gas and air instead of sedation
Had mines on the 1st July , no sedation , was ok but a few cramps & was quite uncomfortable , but got a great result
Had mine done today! Amazing team
I had my procedure yesterday with propofol got home and my stomach kept gnawling and I continue to pass mucus and a gritty like light brown sediment in my stool I tried to call hospital but we were having a bad thunderstorm. A very light only one cup mashed potatoes in the a little bit of apple juice my colon feels a swollen and I am beyond exhaustion. Shooting pain upper left colon junction. When I left doc said I had one call which was removed and sent out for testing otherwise he doesn't know what's causing my stomach problems and constipation.😢
I had Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy in the same admissions. Was fine. Sedation really made it go well. I did choke a bit bit nothing too bad. The colon part was a little uncomfortable at parts. Like having trapped wind. But was over soon enough. I was nervous.. but the prep... My days . I didnt like that drink. And the aftermath
I had a colonoscopy in 2007, without sedation in NHS Hospital. Let's say I would not like that experience again!!
In the US they put you out. I don't think I would have one if I was awake. I don't want to know till they say you can go home.
I had a colonoscopy last year and 2 yrs ago had a Diverticulitis surgery( removed part of my intestine) and I was total sedated both times. I don't want to feel or see nothing.
thankyou!! I am going for mine tomorrow this is s much better format
mine was horrible as sedation did not work felt terrible pain throughout procedure
I have one coming up in January I'm so nervous and scared I'm glad I watched this so I get an idea what will happen when I get to the office thank you
How was it?
I had one a year ago and had opted to have no sedation. Never again, it was SO uncomfortable, wasn’t painful but VERY uncomfortable which made the whole thing sore. The nurse who stood beside me, supposedly to reassure me, was busy chatting to her colleague!! I would always advise anyone to accept the sedation. Perhaps it was the doctor’s technique that was not quite right and that’s why it was so uncomfortable, who knows!!🙄
Don't be embarrassed it can save your life.
I'm not embarrassed - I'm terrified!!!
@@bohomaturebabe absolutely nothing to be worrying for honestly ☺️
@@robsmith6281 I've done it! The prep and the procedure wasn't as bad as I imagined. I was sedated but not noticeably. Removed three polyps and took a biopsy of a funny-looking 'patchy area'. Nothing suspected to be cancer but can't be sure until pathology results next week.
@@bohomaturebabe I hope it works out well for you 😁
@@robsmith6281 Got the path results today Rob. Three polyps and biopsy of bowel lining - no cancer found. Whoopee. Thanks for taking an interest x
I had a colonoscopy 2 weeks ago without sedation and I found it very painful they then gave me some gas & air which helped slightly but I would definitely have sedation next time
same experience...next time sedation for sure
I will never past another test again I landed in hospital for a month in a half with a very bad spleen damage that was 5 months ago and I'm just starting to feel better one Dr told me I was lucky to be alive was in ICU for 3 days
@@fernanep7545 from what?
I wasn’t given a choice…..the sedation was great!😂
The doctors and nurses actually do not know what they are talking about when they say you can do it without sedation. Even partial or incomplete sedation is risky.
I have mine tomorrow and I’m so nervous! I have severe anxiety so doing stuff like this is really nerve wracking for me! I’m 19 and this will be my second one!
I had my first one when I was 16/17 and I was supposed to have an endoscopy aswell but apparently I kept pulling it out my throat 😬 so they couldn’t do it.
So that meant when I had my colonoscopy I had the maximum dose of sedative so I don’t remember a thing, I just remember laughing cos it tickled.
But since then my anxiety has got worse so I’m so nervous for tomorrow, I really hope it goes well.
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How was the procedure? Did you take sedation and did it manage to calm you down?
I hope it went well how was it. I get anxiety too. I have my first one this week.
i’m 19 and having my first one on monday ! i’m very nervous being so young but this made me feel better
@@allihodges5254 how was it I’m scared I’m 28
Why are u symptoms that u are having one
I read they will not do the procedure if your BP goes up to high. I just know that will be me. Mine goes up when i visit the doctors. So scared. Mine is in 9 weeks time.
Well I was sedated, they said i would feel "a little ďiscomfort". I can tell you it felt worse than that.
Very good and clear information about colonoscopy . Thanks
I'm scared I may have to get one after I'm done with my chemo treatments since now I'm high risk for colon cancer
Please don't be scared, it's actually ok. I would've be scared having another one.
Re PREP :
for those taking medication, does the prep mean that you get rid of all your daily pills? Presumably medication leaches out into the bowel - so if it is excreted very rapidly does the medication have normal effect, some effect or no effect?
V informative video. I m having procedure next week. I was v anxious about it but looking at video has reassuring me.
Never again will I endure such a pain. They didn’t give me anything for the pain that actual procedure caused me🤬 It’s not pain free..
Sorry to hear that. I'm worried as I'm having it done next week and they asked me would u like any sedation?
@@skylimit8250 I would definately have sedation with it!
The worse part is the pico prep the day before, it's horrible to drink and you're on a very strict diet. The procedure is easy.
I did my endoscopy last Monday but nobody explained to me what happened after that, they didn't even asked me If I want to eat it drink something,they just asked me to change and I can go
Son had a colonoscopy at age 4 he's now 25 and just had a operation in he's colon the growth that they found at age 4 and removed grew back over the years he's been released yesterday Thursday 14 April after been severe pains and in ICU after operation they removed he's colon and now I'm waiting on results of what growth it were I'm just praying now
Hey Elise, did your son turn out okay in the end??
Had one three years ago was told I could only have gas and air because I live alone.Thought it would be easy how wrong I was I thought I would die the pain was so terrible. Turns out I have severe divoticulosis never again unless I am knocked out.
Just had one 4 days ago the prep is the worst the colonoscopy is a walk in the park
What about the aftermath, how long does discomfort last afterward
Jason Cano I didn’t have any pain or discomfort after words
@@dragonflylady2814 hi I’m having mine done today how was it? And did they give u any medicine like paracetamol too go home with
@@Bobby-v5y7x I didn’t go home with any meds for pain I woke up and was fine I didn’t have any pain just tierd so I ate something and slept for awhile and I was fine good luck in your colonoscopy
@@dragonflylady2814 yeah just seen this now sorry I’ve had the colonoscopy went really well just had gas and air wasn’t as bad as I thought
I’ve had three and never hurt but the last one the fourth was never painful.
Amazing explanation
My first one on Friday. I'm so nervous. I'm trying not to cancel it.
I had one and I knew nothing about it as I was sedated. I was afraid to go but didn't need to be. Don't put off having this, it's fine really.
I have too get one monday and I get nervous about it my BP goes up . I had 7 so far but nothing bad just UC and IBD
My experience was not good. I had mine less than a month ago.
I opted for sedation and painkiller, but i feel they just put water in my hand. I felt a lot of sharp pain and they just kept saying move to another side. I was wide awake and not relaxed. Very miserable looking people in the room and did nothing to help me or make me feel better.
The nurse i saw before i went in, had said if you feel pain theyll probably give gas and air or something.
When i came out she asked how i got on. I told her and she was surprised.
I hope i never have to have that done again!!
That was raigmore hospital in inverness scotland.
I e had a few colonoscopies in the past. But now I need to go in for another one. But time has changed. My shoulders are in pretty rough shape. And it’s hard to lay on my sides because of pain. I’ve been sleeping on my back the pass few years. Are you able to do a colonoscopy wile I’m laying on my back instead?
How do they put u to sleep I be haveing one in December
Just waiting for my letter to arrive for colonoscopy .i dont like going to hospital my doctor wants me to have this test .because ive been passing blood when going to the toilet
I had that for quite sometime. Finally saw the “right” doctor and was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. Hospitalized then two transfusions later, ... I’m doing well. Watch your diet is key and take prescribed meds. 🤞🤞🤞🤞🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@stoicsisthx2798 thankyou
Last year in September I had a colonoscopy and they found 11 polyps. They were benign thank god. But I have to have one in a year which is September this year 2023. 😮
I had one done 6yrs ago and never again the sedation didn't work I was fully alert the whole procedure I had the worst inflammation in by bowel from a week of dihorrea and I had 3 people holding me down I was in such terrible pain, I had warned the team prior to the procedure to take care with sedation as its never worked in the past I was totally ignored and ended up held down on the table the entire procedure the pain was excruciating and I was in terrible pain for 7days after it was done, this video makes out that it's nothing at all to worry about that's not my experience I'd never ever have it done again even though I have IBD, no one should go through the ordeal I had
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Why not just opt for complete sedation? Just had mine done yesterday they give you a mask over your face you take a few deep breaths and you wake up in the recovery room. I thought it didn't even start yet and they told me no it's all over. I had a few polyps, now waiting for the results of those, but the procedure itself was absolutely painless, and I also had the endoscopy at the same time. I think it's just idiotic to have the procedure done while you're fully awake or just sedated with a Valium, They give you a choice it's completely safe.
I had mine without any meds. No problem.
Excellent video very useful thank you so much for sharing 👌🏽🥰♥️♥️♥️
Remember what they said about being on blood thinners. Puts you at a higher risk.
The last time I had this done the medication didn’t put me to sleep. I was woke through the whole process and after I got dressed and went home.
When I had mine didn’t receive the prep but had terrible nerves and didn’t need one no serdation gas air 4polips removed fantastic care thanks