Colonoscopy
January 13th, 2013 at 10:43:09 AM
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Colonoscopy tomorrow morning - I am not allowed to eat anything today but clear liquids - luckily, I cannot stand soup (sarcasm)
I have so far been subsisting on flavored seltzer...this is insane- I have never wanted a filet mignon so badly!
I have so far been subsisting on flavored seltzer...this is insane- I have never wanted a filet mignon so badly!
January 13th, 2013 at 10:46:49 AM
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22 months to go and dreading it. My doctor continues to remind me of it on every visit.
January 13th, 2013 at 10:49:15 AM
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Quote: Boz22 months to go and dreading it. My doctor continues to remind me of it on every visit.
22 months sounds like a dream...fasting blows
January 13th, 2013 at 10:57:37 AM
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I had to get one a few years ago ... turned out to be nothing. Last thing my doctor said to me was "OK see you for the next one in 25 years, would you like to schedule it now?"
January 13th, 2013 at 11:18:13 AM
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I thought they had this sugar-cubed camera that you swallow and it send pictures to a computer.
January 13th, 2013 at 11:38:26 AM
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One piece of advice-
When the doctor inserts "the tube", make certain he doesn't have both hands on your shoulders.
Good luck! Looking forward to your next AC trip report.
When the doctor inserts "the tube", make certain he doesn't have both hands on your shoulders.
Good luck! Looking forward to your next AC trip report.
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January 13th, 2013 at 11:51:29 AM
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The procedure is nothing.
The real pain in the ass is drinking the prep juice!
The real pain in the ass is drinking the prep juice!
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January 13th, 2013 at 12:30:27 PM
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Quote: MakingBookOne piece of advice-
When the doctor inserts "the tube", make certain he doesn't have both hands on your shoulders.
Good luck! Looking forward to your next AC trip report.
Next Friday is my first real trip of 2013 (unless you count my NYE trip)
January 13th, 2013 at 12:32:48 PM
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Quote: DJTeddyBearThe procedure is nothing.
The real pain in the ass is drinking the prep juice!
Prep juice (Miralax with Gatorade) commencing at 5pm EST
January 13th, 2013 at 1:25:14 PM
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Quote: aceofspadesPrep juice (Miralax with Gatorade) commencing at 5pm EST
I hope everything comes out ok.........
January 13th, 2013 at 1:40:34 PM
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Quote: SOOPOOI hope everything comes out ok.........
Like the second half of your screen name LOL
January 13th, 2013 at 1:45:18 PM
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Had my colonospy. Hope you get the same news afterwards. Come back in 10 years. Considering I will be 82 then, no problem !
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January 13th, 2013 at 2:03:01 PM
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I turn 51 soon, and the only reason I haven't gotten one already is, the biggest pain in the butt isn't the literal one or the prep, but trying to find somebody to drive me there and back - a local anesthetic is out of the question as far as the doctor is concerned.
January 13th, 2013 at 2:03:09 PM
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I had one in 2006. They made me use this Fleet Prep Kit thing, and nothing but clear liquids for 2 or 3 days before. The preparation was one of the worst experiences of my life. I wish they had iPads back in the day then so I could have kept myself more entertained when I spent about 20/24 hours on the throne. My first meal after that was at a place called Symphony Sushi (this is when I lived in Boston).
January 13th, 2013 at 2:07:48 PM
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The place I had mine done, has a free car service. Otherwise, there's always a taxi...Quote: ThatDonGuyI turn 51 soon, and the only reason I haven't gotten one already is, the biggest pain in the butt isn't the literal one or the prep, but trying to find somebody to drive me there and back - a local anesthetic is out of the question as far as the doctor is concerned.
2 or 3 days? Usually it's just the day before!Quote: NicksGamingStuffI had one in 2006. They made me use this Fleet Prep Kit thing, and nothing but clear liquids for 2 or 3 days before.
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January 13th, 2013 at 2:14:53 PM
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Mabye it was, but to me it felt like no food for 2 or 3 days!
January 13th, 2013 at 2:18:17 PM
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I ate three ice pops today - and now I'm drinking 64oz Gatorade with 238g of Miralax mixed in
January 13th, 2013 at 2:26:48 PM
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January 13th, 2013 at 3:59:00 PM
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Quote: DJTeddyBearThe place I had mine done, has a free car service. Otherwise, there's always a taxi...
Taxi is not an option either, apparently - I assume they don't want to take any responsibility if, for example, the taxi leaves me off at the wrong address, or tries to overcharge me, or something happens after the taxi drops me off before I can get into the house.
Question: just what condition are you in immediately after a colonoscopy, and when are you back to something resembling normal?
January 13th, 2013 at 4:20:57 PM
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Quote: ThatDonGuyTaxi is not an option either, apparently - I assume they don't want to take any responsibility if, for example, the taxi leaves me off at the wrong address, or tries to overcharge me, or something happens after the taxi drops me off before I can get into the house.
Question: just what condition are you in immediately after a colonoscopy, and when are you back to something resembling normal?
I have put hundreds, if not thousands, of people to sleep for colonoscopies over the last quarter century. The great majority of procedures are done with the patient not technically asleep, but just heavily sedated. We tell people to take the rest of the day as a relaxing day, as there are still residual traces of sedatives in your system for some hours.
I had mine done around two years ago. I elected to have no sedatives at all, and just squeezed a tennis ball during the few uncomfortable moments. The entire procedure was around 15 -20 minutes. Since I had no sedatives I was able to drive myself home, and felt normal the rest of the day.
January 13th, 2013 at 4:38:30 PM
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Hehehe...a guy named "SOOPOO" commenting on colonoscopies.
I had mine last year. Piece of cake, although I woke up briefly when they were pulling the tube out. That was kinda weird.
I had mine last year. Piece of cake, although I woke up briefly when they were pulling the tube out. That was kinda weird.
January 13th, 2013 at 4:46:50 PM
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Wife insisted I go home to rest. Instead of the OTB next door. Silly woman.
Shed not for her
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Nor give the heart
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Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
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January 13th, 2013 at 4:52:50 PM
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Quote: JohnzimboHehehe...a guy named "SOOPOO" commenting on colonoscopies.
Up to now I had been rhyming both syllables with "sew".
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January 13th, 2013 at 5:11:05 PM
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Quote: aceofspades22 months sounds like a dream...fasting blows
Literally, for you!
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January 13th, 2013 at 5:43:33 PM
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Quote: ten2winLiterally, for you!
Just walked the dog then I literally sprinted back (he enjoyed the run)
January 13th, 2013 at 6:57:19 PM
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Allong with the mammogram scam for women the colonoscopy is another one. Odds are if you have no family history of cancer you are paying for someone's vacation.
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January 13th, 2013 at 7:07:18 PM
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Quote: ncfatcatAllong with the mammogram scam for women the colonoscopy is another one. Odds are if you have no family history of cancer you are paying for someone's vacation.
Well I am being given the colonoscopy for the additional reason of confirming ulcerative colitis
January 14th, 2013 at 10:31:41 AM
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OK so the doc said the area was very inflamed - no polyps and no ulcerative collitis - I have to go back in a week to get biopsy results - any forum doctors know what it could possibly be?
January 14th, 2013 at 2:58:08 PM
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I have no idea, but I hope everything goes well.
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January 21st, 2013 at 8:45:40 AM
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Went for the biopsy results today and they were not in...doctor showed me photos of the colonoscopy and said there were some 'nodules' and the area looked 'fried'
what in the world? SOOPOO - what does that mean?
what in the world? SOOPOO - what does that mean?
January 21st, 2013 at 9:00:36 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesWent for the biopsy results today and they were not in...doctor showed me photos of the colonoscopy and said there were some 'nodules' and the area looked 'fried'
what in the world? SOOPOO - what does that mean?
I have never heard that term, 'fried', used to discuss how a colon looked. When was the colonoscopy done? It seems ridiculous that your follow up appointment would be made before the results were available! I would directly ask your doctor--- "I don't know what 'fried' means, doctor... can you explain it better so I can understand?"
Perhaps there was miscommunication... sometimes when they take a biopsy the cauterize the area, 'fry it', and maybe he was showing you one of those areas.
January 21st, 2013 at 9:05:57 AM
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Quote: SOOPOOI have never heard that term, 'fried', used to discuss how a colon looked. When was the colonoscopy done? It seems ridiculous that your follow up appointment would be made before the results were available! I would directly ask your doctor--- "I don't know what 'fried' means, doctor... can you explain it better so I can understand?"
Perhaps there was miscommunication... sometimes when they take a biopsy the cauterize the area, 'fry it', and maybe he was showing you one of those areas.
The doctor was visibly annoyed that the biopsy results were not in and nobody informed me. He apologized profusely and stated he would call me as soon as they were in. My only thought is that the results, which should have been in today, were delayed due to the holiday
January 22nd, 2013 at 11:03:10 PM
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uhhhh.... welcome to the forum? Post #1 and it's on the health of ace's colon. An interesting choice, to be sure.
January 23rd, 2013 at 12:39:54 AM
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Quote: duckmankillauhhhh.... welcome to the forum? Post #1 and it's on the health of ace's colon. An interesting choice, to be sure.
Probably a spambot. Spambot coded to comment on different topics.
Nodules sounds minor.
I googled "fried colon" and "kentucky fried colonel" came up at the top of the results.
So, there you go. That answers that?????
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January 28th, 2013 at 9:49:28 AM
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HEard back regarding results of the biopsy - INCONCLUSIVE
Now they want a stool sample
Now they want a stool sample
January 28th, 2013 at 10:38:21 AM
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Good luck ace. Hope all goes well. Hope it's just some mild inflammation or a pus filled nodule, but it could be more serious. PSA testing (eek!).
February 5th, 2013 at 1:01:54 PM
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NEWEST "update"
one of the doctors at the office gets on the phone and tells me the results are in - I said ok great - then she asks "would you like to know the results? HUH WTF?!? Why else would I be calling? so she tells me white count/ blood count normal blood sugar 101 and it should be 99, kidney bit high, liver a bit high, all antibodies negative (good thing) then she tells me I should get a stool sample - I tell her I did have one - she says OH YES, here it is - stool sample was normal - so I ask what in the world is wrong with me - she tells me to make an ppointment with my treating doctor and we can all figure it out (WTF?- how am I supposed to figure it out - I'm a lawyer) this is INSANE!!!
one of the doctors at the office gets on the phone and tells me the results are in - I said ok great - then she asks "would you like to know the results? HUH WTF?!? Why else would I be calling? so she tells me white count/ blood count normal blood sugar 101 and it should be 99, kidney bit high, liver a bit high, all antibodies negative (good thing) then she tells me I should get a stool sample - I tell her I did have one - she says OH YES, here it is - stool sample was normal - so I ask what in the world is wrong with me - she tells me to make an ppointment with my treating doctor and we can all figure it out (WTF?- how am I supposed to figure it out - I'm a lawyer) this is INSANE!!!
February 5th, 2013 at 1:13:15 PM
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" Ulcerative colitis is treated as an autoimmune disease. Treatment is with anti-inflammatory drugs, immunosuppression, and biological therapy targeting specific components of the immune response. Colectomy (partial or total removal of the large bowel through surgery) is occasionally necessary if the disease is severe, doesn't respond to treatment, or if significant complications develop. "
Time for a second opinion from an EXPERT in the field.
Time for a second opinion from an EXPERT in the field.
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
February 5th, 2013 at 1:22:22 PM
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Thanks Buzz
I just wish they knew what it was
I just wish they knew what it was
February 5th, 2013 at 1:25:57 PM
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Well, it looks like they don't. Pick the doc you have most confidence in, get a referral. Just wasting your time and money !
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
February 5th, 2013 at 1:30:07 PM
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There has to be negative expectancy on the colonoscopy. What are the chances that the intestinal wall will be breached.....? Get out slide rules class.Quote: BuzzardWell, it looks like they don't. Pick the doc you have most confidence in, get a referral. Just wasting your time and money !
February 7th, 2013 at 6:48:11 PM
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OK so I hear with the head of the practice and he informed me that the blood suagr being 101 instead of 99 was fine, that my kidney levels were nothing to worry about, but that my liver enzymes were up. I asked if that would affect my colon/digestive issues - he said no. He then prescribed CANASA to me (it is a suppository medicine to heal inflammation of colon). I have been on it for two days and actually feeling slightly better.
February 8th, 2013 at 4:01:13 AM
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I may be wrong but I thought you were a young man, Ace. If so what led to a colonoscopy in the first place?
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
February 8th, 2013 at 5:01:13 AM
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Quote: 1BBI may be wrong but I thought you were a young man, Ace. If so what led to a colonoscopy in the first place?
1BB - I am 40 years old and for the past few months have had an almost constant feeling of needing to use the restroom (as in defecation) but it would be false alarms. There was also some blood and mucous in stool. I apologize if that is too graphic.
February 8th, 2013 at 5:10:13 AM
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Not too graphic at all but again this screams out for a second opinion.
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
February 8th, 2013 at 5:17:22 AM
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What is a stool sample?
February 8th, 2013 at 5:28:36 AM
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Quote: BeardgoatWhat is a stool sample?
You just lift one from your favorite bar so doctors can confirm it's not so unergonomic as to be causing your rhoids.
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