I just recently had my second one. Just make yourself comfy in the bathroom. I borrowed a tv table and watched a movie on my computer. Luckily all of my family was out for the evening so I could stay in the bathroom. One new suggestion was baby wipes - definitely a nice addition to the procedure.
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12-08-2007, 05:50 AM #1
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12-08-2007, 06:25 AM #2
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I agree with bike4ever
The procedure itself is easy. I found the prep to be - um - challenging. Definitely plan to settle in & make yourself comfy in the bathroom, books, TV, etc. Good on you to face it & get it done!
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12-08-2007, 06:38 AM #3
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The prep is definitely the worst part. Yuck.
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12-08-2007, 06:43 AM #4
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I don't have to drink the gallon. He gave me the EZPrep.
EZ? yeah right.
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12-08-2007, 07:02 AM #5
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glad you're doing it, and thinking good thoughts for you getting through all the prep.
My dad died of colon cancer at age 49. The docs figured he'd had the tumor for 15 years or so. (it was large and had metastasized) It was in an odd place, so he didn't have symptoms anyone recognized.
I haven't had a colonoscopy yet, but I'm sure one is looming on my horizon. I'll remember the TV and books and baby wipes when it's my turn!"If Americans want to live the American Dream, they should go to Denmark." - Richard Wilkinson
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12-08-2007, 07:44 AM #6
And your point??
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KNock on wood, I haven't had to go for the colonoscopy yet, but I just got the notice from my Dr that I need to go for my very first mammogram. Being very LARGE chested, I am dreading having them smooshed.
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12-08-2007, 07:49 AM #7
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I'm large breasted. 34DD. It is not a big deal at all. I have a family history of breast cancer so I've been getting yearly mammograms for a long time. Don't worry!
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12-08-2007, 08:45 AM #8
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Mammos really aren't as bad as you hear. Yeah, they smoosh you, but it's not much worse than a really enthusiastic hug.
Originally Posted by LoriO
"If Americans want to live the American Dream, they should go to Denmark." - Richard Wilkinson
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