Question 1

constipated for 4 weeks numerous enemas, 2 bowel preps and laxatives not working nausea vomiting hurts to move doc not doing anything pain is worse

Accepted Answer

Diagnosis needed: I would be concerned about a possible incomplete mechanical obstruction in your intestinal tract in view of symptoms of abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.it may be an irritable bowel syndrome with predominant constipation,however. Nevertheless I recommend a thorough evaluation by a gastroenterologist who will order appropriate tests and, if advisable, refer to an abdominal surgeon for evaluation

Question 2

i have a colonoscopy tomorrow. i took my bowel prep of about an hour ago. in how much time will it start working? will a gatorade/miralax mix not work?

Accepted Answer

A couple of hours: There are a variety of different bowel preps, some more aggressive than others. In general, these start to work after a couple of hours. The gatorade/miralax is a bit more gentle. The goal is to get things cleaned out by the morning.

Question 3

how painful is bowel prep?

Accepted Answer

None: There should be no pain with a bowel prep, which are laxatives to clean the intestines. There could be mild bloating, fullness, or minimal intestinal cramping feeling. Of course, diarrhea is the natural expected result of this bowel prep.

Question 4

having a full bowel prep, what to expect?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea: Follow your instructions carefully as given or contact your doctor ordering the bowel prep. Mild bloating or cramping & frequent diarrhea to be expected.

Question 5

how long will it take to complete my bowel prep?

Accepted Answer

2-3 days: The average between 2-3 days uless you have special problems.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: bowel prep?

Accepted Answer

Cleansing: This is the flushing out of intestinal contents, usually before colonoscopy or colonic surgery.  A solution which traverses the intestines without being absorbed is taken orally, causing a complete cleansing of solid stool from the colon.

Question 7

how long should the effects of pico-salax bowel prep last?

Accepted Answer

The active: ingredients in Pico-Salax, largely used in Canada, are sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide and citric acid. Together these work as a strong purgative/substance to empty bowels. These preps usually take over an hour to drink, and can begin working nearly immediately or soon. The manufacturer says "the effects...may last for a few hours after you finish it." I would say usually &lt;6, but up to 12.

Question 8

bowel prep causes rectal pain?

Accepted Answer

Not bad: Bowel prep obviously increases the flow through your body.  This can be associated with pain, usually cramping.  It should not cause sever pain.

Question 9

does bowel prep cause colitis?

Accepted Answer

No: The inflammation can be aggravated by it but it will not cause a problem.

Question 10

is bowel prep for colonoscopy safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are many kinds of prep ; they are necessary and safe.

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