Colonoscopy on your period

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Having thought about this, if it were me, I wouldn't want to have this done while on my period. You will have bloating and gas after your tests, and being on your period may just make you even more uncomfortabe. It's your call.

Had my gallbladder out last November. Ever since, I have periods of extreme diarrhea. I take immodium almost everyday. Then, I go through periods of constipation. Its a never ending circle. I had a colonoscopy on Monday of this week. Doctor said everything looks fine, no signs of disease. He did take a few biopsies just because. I have had pain in my lower and upper abdomen as well as bad spasms in my lower back since then. Is this normal? Also, what can I do about the gallbladder problem.

Welcome to the gastroenterology community! Well, I think having had colonoscopies before can help with your nerves. You probably agree that the prep is the worst part. Just take it easy, drink that nasty thing up, and remember that this will all be over soon. And, the diarrhea will help with your clean out!!

so sorry your having to go again, i dont even want to have the one much less 3 so close together . did they not say why? the new dr i go to has a place like surgery and they have a anthesoies (sp) like your haveing surgery and you are knocked out all the way.

I am scheduled to have a colonoscopy tomorrow. I have my period with very bad cramps. Can I take a midol or advil for the cramps or will that interfere with the test? Thanks.

Aspirin can cause bleeding, especially if taken for a long period of time at large doses. You do not want to go in for your scope under those circumstances. It can be life threatening. You will be fine if it is acetaminophen. Good luck with your scope. Please keep us posted and let us know how you are doing.

And the one good thing is they got some polyps out, those are the things that over a long period of time may develop into a cancer, which is partly why they do colonoscopies, so you're clear of that particular danger for a long time.

I suppose that might be part of this picture of your postcolonoscopy problems. And I wonder, when you first had your colonoscopy and returned to that same gastro doc complaining with your symptoms, why did he say you had a long, hard road ahead? Were you having some sort of symtoms before you had the procedure, and perhaps a diagnosis? I am glad you are on the patch and oxycodone, but I guess you are going to run out if your general doc sent you away without a new prescription.

nothing to worry about, I had both procedure done about 5 months ago which was the 2nd time over the 10 years period, the worst part is getting the prep..have your colon clean & clean, when finished you would feel nothing different except going straight for a good meal...good luck.

That's why I am posting back to you, to let you know that your colonoscopy was NOT normal. So, I think you should visit a doctor as soon as you can, just in case a mistake was made, so they can take steps to treat you for any possible infection that might develop on account of that possibility. And I'd sure tell the clinic that did the procedure just how upset and uncomfortable you were and still are. Let us know what happens.

ggreg, that's amazing that you entertained for the holidays while preparing for your colonoscopy. Again, your reassurance is appreciated. Yes, my favorite part will be the drugging. It's so good to know that you can be put out and have something done without feeling a thing. I had sinus surgery this year and it seemed like I was out for a second. I like the part of going home and going to sleep afterwards.

Don't worry it's not scaring me. How was your breathing through the whole thing? Any trouble with the pressure on your lungs? Did you feel like you were going to vomit from the pressure. Almost have all my questions answered. Thank you by the way for all responses.

I was scheduled for a Colonoscopy on 07/21/2009 at 8:30am. I had told the doctors nurse the day before that I didn't want anesthesia, the last two Colonoscopies I've had I took no drugs. Anesthesia doesn't sit well with me and messes me up for days. I know the Colonoscopy is a bit painful without the drugs but doable never the less. Then the day of the treatment when I checked into the hospital I told the nurses again that I didn't want any anesthesia or sleep inducing drugs used on me.

I have a colonoscopy appt. set up in 2 weeks, Often I wake up choking with mucus in my throat. Once I clear it, I'm OK. Im worried that when I'm under sedation that I may not be able to clear my throat. Is there a danger to myself for this sedation?

Would patches of inflammation shown on colonoscopy be due to IBS ? Anybody had this shown on colonoscopy and subsequently diagnosed as IBS rather than Crohn's?

My question involves colonoscopy prep (with NuLytely) and possible reflux. I have LPR, and the main thing it causes for me is difficulty breathing. Mucus collects in my throat, and it feels as if I cannot get a full breath in. This has been happening for over two years, has been pretty severe at times (it often happens in the middle of the night, as well as after exercise), and is only recently under control-- with bland diet and Zegerid.

When I was diagnosed they had told me becuase of both ulcers or scaring from ulcers and inflammation confirmed it was Crohn's. Try to think on the positive side you only have patches of inflammation and it could be as simple as ibs. Good luck with your results hope all turns out well for you....

5yrs ago, I had some blood in my stool, and cramps, had a colonoscopy done, they removed some polyps, and I was diagnosed with ulcerative proctitus. There were no symptoms for 5 yrs. Then suddendly, Over the last 3 months, I've had a variety of problems. First, I had diareha for 10 days. I couldn't eat anything, even drink water, I would pass it down quickly. After it passed, I noticed, there trace amounts of blood from my rectum, no other symptoms.

Diverticulitis MIGHT lead to surgery, and so as I had suggested in my first post, you should go back to your primary, which you said you'd call Monday, and get a new gastro to do the colonoscopy. But what threw me in your original post was your lady gastro saying you had a TUMOR and then saying you needed your colon removed, and I felt she had jumped the gun.

I'm not sure what to tell you about taking your meds or insulin but I know my mom and aunt get regular colonoscopies and they're both diabetic and on insulin, so I guess there's a way to work around that. I'd talk to my doctor and the Gastroenterologist about all that. They will guide you on when and how to take your meds. It really isn't that bad. I slept through the whole thing and then went home and took a nap because I was still sleepy. It wasn't painful or even uncomfortable at all.

By the end of the week my stomach was still upset and I had gone to the bathroom and noticed dark orangey red blood in my stool. (I've had this periodically throughout the past 6 months). No big deal! Until I went to the bathroom again the next day and there was more blood. I went to my doctor they performed a Fecal Occult Blood Test twice, and both came out positive. They referred me to a GI. I had to wait a week or so to get into the GI.

since then i have seen my GI, who also mentioned crohns due to the b12 and scheduled a colonoscopy. well i went for the colonoscopy yesterday and he said evi had a spastic colon and IBS, but he took biopsies to double check but that now he wasnt thinking crohn's. he has me scheduled for an upper endoscopy on monday. what is he looking for? i was so relieved to hear it wasnt crohns. but does anyone have any ideas as to what may be causing my symptoms, particularly the low b12?

These questions can be discussed with your personal physician. Followup with your personal physician is essential. This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case. Kevin, M.D.

antibiotics taken for extended period of time can upset the balance between yeast and bacteria in your body,most people will become constipated as good bacteria is wiped out and yeast overgrow,one way to restore the flora is to eat yogurt which contains that good bacteria called lactophilus,never remember how to spell it right. most yogurts sold in store now have this culture,but the better ones can be found in health food section of supermarket or health food store.

Take care - get some ginger ale - and let us know how you are. Love, Liz. I hope the colonoscopy has identified your problems. I have found that drinking ginger related liquids helps - ginger ale, ginger beer (non alcoholic) and occasionally, Stone's ginger wine - magical, with some ginger ale.

Okay, so I have Ulcerative Colitis. Since my colonoscopy and gastroscopy almost a week ago, my digestive system hasn't functioned properly and I feel constipated. Is this common following the procedure?

CT scan showed inflammation in middle of large intestine suggesting diverticulitis and now I'm told I need a colonoscopy. Well, you're not supposed to empty your large intestine if you have diverticulosis. To have a colonoscopy you have to empty your large intestine. This whole thing is beyond terrifying.

colonoscopy would be useless in that case, and instead they'd do an endoscopy. As for the colonoscopy, you are within your rights to ask for no sedation, or you could go for general anesthesia in an operating room, or you can ask to have only LOCAL anesthetics and analgesis, or you could specifically ask that they not put Versed or any other amnesia drug into the mix, and instead just inject Demerol for pain.

patients totals 10,797, including 6,387 who had colonoscopies at Murfreesboro, 3,341 who had colonoscopies at Miami and 1,069 who were treated at the ear, nose and throat clinic at Augusta. More than 5,400 patients, about half of those at risk, have been notified of their follow-up test results, the VA said.

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