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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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If they offer you a light sedation, say yes. If they don't offer you a light sedation, ask for one. You will probably not feel a thing, nor remember it. Down side is you won't be able to drive home, someone will need to collect you  |
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over a year ago
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I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
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"I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
Jay"
I haven't had a colonoscopy but I have had polyps removed from my intestine which involves a thing going up me bum. I wont scare the bejesus out of you with what I went through but would concur with the poster I have quoted. The drink they give you to clean yourself is rough, make sure you get plenty of sleep before you drink it, because you ain't getting none after.... |
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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"I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
Jay
I haven't had a colonoscopy but I have had polyps removed from my intestine which involves a thing going up me bum. I wont scare the bejesus out of you with what I went through but would concur with the poster I have quoted. The drink they give you to clean yourself is rough, make sure you get plenty of sleep before you drink it, because you ain't getting none after...."
Did you have sedation ? |
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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"I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
Jay
I haven't had a colonoscopy but I have had polyps removed from my intestine which involves a thing going up me bum. I wont scare the bejesus out of you with what I went through but would concur with the poster I have quoted. The drink they give you to clean yourself is rough, make sure you get plenty of sleep before you drink it, because you ain't getting none after....
Did you have sedation ?
I am afraid not, it was extremely painful, there was a lot of blood and I had to remain awake throughout the procedure, in the end they stopped, I think they lassoed out around 5 polyps (you can watch the device on the screen, weird really like clipping stalactites).
That was about 4 years ago. I wept this much I know and decided that if I had cancer then fuck it, I had cancer. Oooh that was all a bit graphic, apologies."
That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Got to say I’m really nervous,anyone had one ?"
Good luck, I've had one, if you want to pm to discuss you're more than welcome.
It's not as bad as it may seem. |
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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"Got to say I’m really nervous,anyone had one ?
Good luck, I've had one, if you want to pm to discuss you're more than welcome.
It's not as bad as it may seem. "
A lovely positive reassuring post
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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago
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I've had 4 due to family history. I always had sedation although you have to be awake and aware so you can tell them if you get any pain.
It's obviously different for
everyone. I would say follow the prep stuff to the T, I didn't once and had to go back because I wasn't clear enough.
Try and relax, it makes it easier for the doctor.
Concentrate on your breathing.
Don't look at the pipe thing, it's massive.
Be aware you will do a huge fart afterwards!!
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That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless."
I was quoting the poster warning about the drink you have to drink, before going in....  . You were the one that asked whether I had been sedated, so I explained some more.
I am absolutely positive that if the OP is sedated he will have very little discomfort and that the worst part of the experience will be that bloody awful liquid..... |
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I’ve had a couple and got have another in a few days ... was fine, no sedation .. just get a few stomach cramps and a little uncomfortable when they check yr actual ring piece .. has the flush out sachets b4 and u could win wars with them but this next one got give myself an enamour.. not looking forward to that ... but all will ok fella |
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless.
I was quoting the poster warning about the drink you have to drink, before going in.... . You were the one that asked whether I had been sedated, so I explained some more.
I am absolutely positive that if the OP is sedated he will have very little discomfort and that the worst part of the experience will be that bloody awful liquid....."
No, you have removed your post. You went into implicit detail of how painful it was and how you wept. That was inappropriate to a person asking for reassurance for surgical intervention. |
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That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless.
I was quoting the poster warning about the drink you have to drink, before going in.... . You were the one that asked whether I had been sedated, so I explained some more.
I am absolutely positive that if the OP is sedated he will have very little discomfort and that the worst part of the experience will be that bloody awful liquid.....
No, you have removed your post. You went into implicit detail of how painful it was and how you wept. That was inappropriate to a person asking for reassurance for surgical intervention."
Only after you asked if I was sedated.....? |
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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago
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That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless.
I was quoting the poster warning about the drink you have to drink, before going in.... . You were the one that asked whether I had been sedated, so I explained some more.
I am absolutely positive that if the OP is sedated he will have very little discomfort and that the worst part of the experience will be that bloody awful liquid.....
No, you have removed your post. You went into implicit detail of how painful it was and how you wept. That was inappropriate to a person asking for reassurance for surgical intervention."
Its still up there because you quoted it.
That procedure is more invasive than a colonoscopy as they are usually just for investigation.
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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That was my point. If he has the sedation, he will likely not suffer any of that. Hearing agonising stories will now scare the already anxious man witless.
I was quoting the poster warning about the drink you have to drink, before going in.... . You were the one that asked whether I had been sedated, so I explained some more.
I am absolutely positive that if the OP is sedated he will have very little discomfort and that the worst part of the experience will be that bloody awful liquid.....
No, you have removed your post. You went into implicit detail of how painful it was and how you wept. That was inappropriate to a person asking for reassurance for surgical intervention.
Its still up there because you quoted it.
That procedure is more invasive than a colonoscopy as they are usually just for investigation.
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I know, but to describe an excruciating bowel surgical experience to an already anxious man |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"If they offer you a light sedation, say yes. If they don't offer you a light sedation, ask for one. You will probably not feel a thing, nor remember it. Down side is you won't be able to drive home, someone will need to collect you "
cheers thanks for the advice |
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"Got to say I’m really nervous,anyone had one ?"
A friend of mine had a baseline colonoscopy done at 50. They found cancer.
Thank god he didn't put it off.
I've not had one yet, but have seen one done, and it was pretty straight forward.
Better safe than sorry. |
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By *epsonWoman
over a year ago
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"If they offer you a light sedation, say yes. If they don't offer you a light sedation, ask for one. You will probably not feel a thing, nor remember it. Down side is you won't be able to drive home, someone will need to collect you cheers thanks for the advice "
The side effect of the sedation often causes amnesia, so you probably won't remember anything. It also makes you lovely and relaxed, which obviously makes any procedure easier |
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I’ve been there, as well as that I had to have a camera put down my throat at the same time.
I told them I was nervous and they gave me something to relax me, that’s the last thing I remember and woke two hours later. I was grateful as I don’t remember a thing, from them taking biopsies to removing three polyps
As others have said the stuff they give you to clear you out is grim. You will not be leaving your bathroom or it’s close proximity for sometime
Good luck OP and make sure you ask for something to calm you |
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By *rAitchMan
over a year ago
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"Got to say I’m really nervous,anyone had one ?"
I had one in 2018. I was given the choice of sedation or gas and air. I opted for gas and air and to be honest I didn't really bother with it. They removed my glasses, but I asked for them back so I could watch the camera on the monitor.
Endoscopy, on the other hand, go for full sedation. I've had 2 of those. First time I went for the throat spray so that I could drive home. Never again. Second time they knocked me out cold. |
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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago
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"If they offer you a light sedation, say yes. If they don't offer you a light sedation, ask for one. You will probably not feel a thing, nor remember it. Down side is you won't be able to drive home, someone will need to collect you cheers thanks for the advice
The side effect of the sedation often causes amnesia, so you probably won't remember anything. It also makes you lovely and relaxed, which obviously makes any procedure easier "
It made me feel great. I sat up as they wheeled me out waved at the doctor and said something like 'you're amazing, see ya tomorrow' 
I have to have fentanyl because I'm allergic to a few sedatives. Ask for that OP! |
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"If they offer you a light sedation, say yes. If they don't offer you a light sedation, ask for one. You will probably not feel a thing, nor remember it. Down side is you won't be able to drive home, someone will need to collect you cheers thanks for the advice
I remember it like it happened yesterday, but was about 2 years ago.
The side effect of the sedation often causes amnesia, so you probably won't remember anything. It also makes you lovely and relaxed, which obviously makes any procedure easier "
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I’ve had 3 and as some others have said the prep is nasty. Best make sure the house is empty if possible. Do not venture out, even to the corner shops! I find the procedure pretty okay, once or twice the air they pump in has got a bit trapped, and you will fart a lot afterwards. I also like to watch the monitor (I find it fascinating), but you may choose not to.
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By (user no longer on site)
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Don't worry about it mate,I've had more cameras than Tom Hanks!! I recommend you have a sedative, I've had it with and without,and do it by the book,if you try having a sneaky snack the day before you'll just have to go back, because you'll be blocked up ! Be ready to fart and laugh like never before, good luck mate |
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"Got to say I’m really nervous,anyone had one ?"
Yeah, I've had 2, they have removed 11 polyps in total. I was booked in for another one this Saturday, but I got a phone call from the bowel cancer screening department yesterday to say that they had changed their policy, and I don't have to go again until October next year.
It is a little bit uncomfortable when the scope hits the end of your intestine and has to turn round to come back the other way, but the worst part is having to drink 2 litres of Movi Prep which tastes worse than Yak's piss (I should imagine)   |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
Jay"
thanks I have the stuff ready to take thanks for taking the time |
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"I have them ever two years cos of family history. The camera isn't too bad but when they try and get that big fluffy boom mic in there....
Seriously though, they give you the medical version of ghb so you are complient and it makes the procedure easier physically, when you first come round after the exam you might have vague dreamlike memories but with me at least these are forgotten before you finish the hospital cup of tea and slice of toast.
Biggest inconvenience is the kleen prep stuff they give you in the day or two before, DO NOT LEAVE THE HOUSE, DO NOT STRAY TOO FAR FROM A TOILET when that stuff starts to work you've honestly got seconds
Jay
I haven't had a colonoscopy but I have had polyps removed from my intestine which involves a thing going up me bum. I wont scare the bejesus out of you with what I went through but would concur with the poster I have quoted. The drink they give you to clean yourself is rough, make sure you get plenty of sleep before you drink it, because you ain't getting none after...."
oh that sounds awful |
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By *oxy_minxWoman
over a year ago
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Take as much sedative as they offer you! If you are a drinker ask for a heavier dose! Trust me you will thank me later!
As someone else has said, the enema you have to take the day before makes your arse feel like it is on fire, so DO NOT STRAY away from the toilet!
I found it most uncomfortable and quite painful, but they apologised and blamed it on my slight stature so sedative sedative sedative! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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The meds you get beforehand are bloody awful. Pure evil in a bottle and I struggled to swallow even with a straw!
Camp out next to the toilet, you won't have a choice anyway though.
I was also sick on the second dose so have a bucket to hand.
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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago
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Just look just my tuppence worth.At this stage I've had everything done..stents fitted to my heart..2 days in ICU and everything fine.
Camera down my throat...horrible experience because of the gag reflex...ladies I solute you on that one.
Camera down into my penis into my bladder.No problem
Colonoscopy every 6 months
The camera up inside no problem as I always get knocked out.
The worse bit is the Kleen prep to clean out your bowel and rectum.
Take it easy with soft food the day you start the Juice ..pasta is ideal
Dont drink dark liquids like blackcurrant juice
Wear loose tracksuit or pj bottons once you start drinking it as you'll be hitting the toilet pretty quickly
Charge your phone or leave a book in there as you'll you'll literally be pissing out your arse
Thats the worse bit being honest
Don't worry
I've also had a vasectomy and a circumcision in the last few years is anyone wants help in those subjects |
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"I’ve had a couple and got have another in a few days ... was fine, no sedation .. just get a few stomach cramps and a little uncomfortable when they check yr actual ring piece .. has the flush out sachets b4 and u could win wars with them but this next one got give myself an enamour.. not looking forward to that ... but all will ok fella "
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"I’ve had a couple and got have another in a few days ... was fine, no sedation .. just get a few stomach cramps and a little uncomfortable when they check yr actual ring piece .. has the flush out sachets b4 and u could win wars with them but this next one got give myself an enamour.. not looking forward to that ... but all will ok fella "
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"You will be fine mate I had rectal cancer had them often still do as check up. with sedation No problem sleep through it try not to stress about it.hollie "
thanks people Re really kind
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Totally agree with above poster about Movi Prep. It tastes disgusting and works as the medical equivalent of DynoRod. You will be scoured clean,
Point of argument, I'd describe anything up there for a look around is a colonoscopy. It much better now that they don't inflate you with gas as they used to. That hurts afterwards until you let out a fart like an elephant that causes the bedclothes to hover, |
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"Thanks to everyone some really kind reassurance,perhaps this wasn’t the place to ask but thanks "
Honestly, it's going to be fine, try not to over think it as that will only make it harder for you to relax, it's a simple procedure with minor discomfort and will be over before you know it. |
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"Thanks to everyone some really kind reassurance,perhaps this wasn’t the place to ask but thanks
Honestly, it's going to be fine, try not to over think it as that will only make it harder for you to relax, it's a simple procedure with minor discomfort and will be over before you know it. "
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"I’ve had two, one with sedation, one without
No pain at all with sedation and not too much without.
Try not to worry, easier said than done, I know x"
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I had sedation with mine. I remember most of it. I don't remember any pain. A few people at work had told me I would have terrible flatulence but as I have IBS and normally gassy I actually spent 2 days farting much less than usual! |
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I watched mine on a big screen TV whilst lying on my side, had the meds can't say they made me unaware but at the same time didn't really feel any discomfort, no where near as unpleasant as the stomach cam. |
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