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Is preparation for a colonoscopy better now than 20 years ago?

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min73
min73

I had to have a colonoscopy 20 some years ago and I swore I'd never do it again but I'm thinking I might need to because my stomach has been really messed up lately, however, it might be do to several new meds that I am on so I really don't want to have to do it if I don't have to. So, I was just wondering if the prep has improved. Is the liquid laxative you have to drink taste any better? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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  • VeeWat
    VeeWat min73

    Posted

    I need one too. Maybe you could have an endoscopy at the same time if you are having stomach problems.
    • min73
      min73 VeeWat

      Posted

      I'm not sure what that is but if I go to my doctor I'll be sure to bring it up, thanks!

  • s59259
    s59259 min73

    Posted

    Hiya, I've had one done a couple of months ago and I mixed the prep with diluted orange and i couldn't taste anything, so no need to worry smile 

    • min73
      min73 s59259

      Posted

      Thank you, that actually makes me feel better.
  • carol_95605
    carol_95605 min73

    Posted

    I found it disgusting but better to have it chilled
    • min73
      min73 carol_95605

      Posted

      I've heard that before so I'll keep it mind, thanks for the tip!

  • paul75665
    paul75665 min73

    Posted

    An endoscopy is the camera down your throat to check your stomach, more appropriate for you if you say your stomach is causing you the most problems. I think there are a few preparation laxative from what I remember, I had Picolax which had an orange flavour and didn't taste too bad at all, although the suggestion of making it and chilling it before hand is very wise, it's not too pleasant warm.

    • VeeWat
      VeeWat paul75665

      Posted

      Yes, better to have both at once and get it over with.
    • min73
      min73 paul75665

      Posted

      Thanks, I'm not too sure about having something go down my throat like that but I'll see what my doctor says.

    • min73
      min73 VeeWat

      Posted

      Yeah, if I have to do it then I might as well.
    • VeeWat
      VeeWat min73

      Posted

      I had both done years ago but they gave me twilight meds. I don’t remember anything.
    • min73
      min73 VeeWat

      Posted

      That would definitely be a good thing.
    • paul75665
      paul75665 min73

      Posted

      I had a combined colonoscopy and endoscopy and I was out of it during the whole procedure. The doctor who performed my last colonoscopy a few months ago told me they tend to administer more sedative and pain relief if you have a combined procedure, hence why you are more likely to totally out of it for the whole time.

      Unfortunately an endoscopy is the only way to be able to look at your stomach and get accurate results, and if you feel your stomach is the main issue, perhaps it’s best to get it looked at. My advice, go for the combined scopes and be knocked out with sedative for the duration of the whole procedure.

  • hope4cure
    hope4cure min73

    Posted

    Ask about Prepopik. Unlike some colonoscopy preps that require you to drink 64 liters or even a gallon of prep solution, prepopik allows you to prep with 10 oz. of prep solution. It's important to have a clear colon for the proceedure. 

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