dread, Dread, DREAD

[Starfish]

I grow polyps in odd places, so I have had several surgeries and a couple colonoscopies.

I agree, no fun, but you know, what the heck. Just do it.

The prep is the worst...sometimes I barf from that stuff...but then, I used to barf in college when I drank too much, too.

I'm a weenie, though. I pass out when I give blood and stuff.

Believe me, when you get the good news that your exam results were clear, you will feel relieved and glad you had the test.

[LBTC]

Although it took a lot out of my system (pun intended), and the drug, as always with me, took a bit to get over, I actually thought the colonoscopy and prep for it were not as bad as the barium swallow small bowel follow through. The drug used here has varying effects on people - I was out except when they took the biopsies - pain for a second to wake me up, then out again. Even though I wanted to watch the screen. Ah, well, I'd rather be out of it....

Make yourself very comfortable in the bathroom, for sure. Use either baby wipes or Puffs....and keep them on hand for a day or two afterwards, just for your comfort.

I'm sending lots of butterflies for the next few days. You'll get through this just fine!

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~