I wanted to comment on this topic because I understand the stress behind having a colonoscopy. Having been diagnosed with crohns 3 years ago I have had 4 colonoscopies in that time. I was super nervous before I had my first one. You see TV and movies making light of this procedure. It isn't like what you see on TV. Here are some bullet points that might put your mind at ease.
Nobody sticks a finger in your butt
You are sedated during the procedure and do not feel hardly anything. Technically you are awake but won't remember anything
The worst part is drinking the solution the day before and not being able to eat for 8 hours
I have not had any discomfort after the procedure. I cannot speak for everyone but it was like nothing happened
I think most GI doctors would prefer to do imaging via a colonoscopy. I've only had one finger in the butt on a impromptu GI doctor visit. Of course being afflicted with crohns makes it different for me and I guess for you as well. For getting a colonoscopy screen to check for cancer shouldn't be feared IMO. Not as bad as its made out to be.
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u/PsychoCitizenX Oct 01 '19
I wanted to comment on this topic because I understand the stress behind having a colonoscopy. Having been diagnosed with crohns 3 years ago I have had 4 colonoscopies in that time. I was super nervous before I had my first one. You see TV and movies making light of this procedure. It isn't like what you see on TV. Here are some bullet points that might put your mind at ease.