Question 1

before colonostomy bag was put on me,  barium enema test was 2 painful. after it was put on, dr. said  "be won't hurt now" because of operation. true?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: I am not aware what type of problem you had that required colostomy in the first place, so it is hard for me to comment on as to why your be was painful before. The only way to know if he is right is to have it done again. Again, i don't know why you had the procedure done, but to me colonoscopy sounds a better option.

Question 2

my last barium enema test was somewhat tramautic, painful.  can i insist on a colonoskpy at this county hosp. instead?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As a patient, you have the right of refusing anything as long as you are informed of the potential risks of not having a test.  Also, if you are not comfortable with the physician or the location for that particular procedure, get another opinion, or discuss your concerns with that doc. More important than where done, is the experience of scoper and anesthiologist.   It should not be painful.

Question 3

if a patient complains about near full colon blockage or hard and painful  passing of the movements in one point is barium enema practical for him?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes yes: Was a CT scan done? Or ultrasound?  Barium scan can give more info than others.

Question 4

what exactly is a barium enema?

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Placing radiopaque: Dye into the colon via the rectum.

Question 5

how long does barium enema take?

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Barium enema: About 20 minutes. Usually wothless procedure.

Question 6

what does a barium enema look for?

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Anatomy: Mostly it is used to study the anatomy of the lower intestine. If there is narrowing or widening of any area or if there is a suspicious looking mass in  the lower intestine, this would allow your doctor to decide what the next best test or treatment should be.

Question 7

how is a barium enema generally done?

Accepted Answer

Barium Enema: Prior to the procedure a bowel prep is consumed +/- enemas. In the radiology suite, a lubricated nozzle is inserted into the rectum and barium is introduced. Films are taken. You may be moved around on the table to get good views. Air can be used to inflate the colon to obtain better resolution. This can be uncomfortable.

Question 8

how much do barium enema testing cost?

Accepted Answer

BE: You can call the hospital where you're having it done and they can tell you.

Question 9

what are the common reasons for a barium enema?

Accepted Answer

Not many: Less sensitive and specific than other tests, like colonoscopy, ct colonography (virtual colonoscopy), barium enemas aren't done much anymore.  Can be helpful treating a condition called volvulus (sigmoid colon flips over on itself, causes a usually incomplete bowel obstruction).

Question 10

i had a barium enema last week. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A barium enema: Is a procedure performed in radiology under fluoroscopy. The radiologist fills the colon with barium and sometimes with air to look for polyps, masses, diverticular disease, and areas of narrowing.

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Before colonostomy bag was put on me, barium enema test was 2 painful. after it was put on, dr. said "be won't hurt now" because of operation. true?

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My last barium enema test was somewhat tramautic, painful. can i insist on a colonoskpy at this county hosp. instead?

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If a patient complains about near full colon blockage or hard and painful passing of the movements in one point is barium enema practical for him?

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What exactly is a barium enema?

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How long does barium enema take?

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I had a barium enema last week. what does this mean?

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