Questions about colonoscopy

Dear Wicci, PLEASE get your mamogram, I am not in the medical field what so ever but I have never had a bad experience and I am 62 and have had over 40 by now. I have had 3 colonoscopies and the prep, drinking the "goLitely" was the bad part, with 2, I had a gallon to drink, with one only one little bottle. So help me I never knew when I had any 3 of the tests, and awoke back in the room feeling great. What a relief to know all is well. Never a bad experience with a colonoscopy . DO NOT PUT IT OFF. I had a friend who did and she has advanced colon cancer and according to her procedures, a colonoscopy is a walk in the park compared to what she is going through. Sorry you had a bad experience but it was probably a one time thing.

I am not medical so do not know the drugs used with me but your doc will tell you the drugs they use. All I care about is no pain and not knowing one thing that went on. Of course, getting the all clear sign, no pun intended on that one, sure was a relief. Colon cancer is a horrible cancer. Have it done, then you will be telling everyone else how easy it was.

He won't have pain. To tell the truth I was terrified the first time, but had no choice and had to have it done, then I felt foolish for putting it off so long.
Medical Marvels I guess.....

I have never needed anything but ask your doc, you don't won't to get over medicated. I am sure you are not the only one to be apprehensive by a long shot and the medical staff hears this all of the time. I promise you, you will be taken care of or at least I was in Springfield MO.

Hello, Wicci

I know you are hesitant about having the colonoscopy. Only your healthcare provider can answer whether or not you actually need this and he/she is the only one you need to be talking with to receive the advice necessary. We at allnurses.com cannot provide the advice you require about pain management and pre-test medications.

Please contact your healthcare provider and discuss your concerns with him/her. Good luck.