Question 1

can i mix gavilyte-c with spring water? it is before a colonoscopy.

Accepted Answer

Yes: spring water is a good mixer no problems  good luck with test

Question 2

is it ok to schedule a colonoscopy one week and the d&c the following week?
thank you

Accepted Answer

Ok: If the colonoscopy involved only screening, no significant surgery or complications I don't think a d&amp;c would be contraindicated. You could also ask your gynecologist for his/her advice.

Question 3

i had a colonoscopy a few weeks ago and got the results today what other diseases could cause crohns like symptoms other than crohns and u c?

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Ibs: If your colonoscopy revealed no pathology, ongoing intestinal symptoms like cramps, diarrhea, flatulence can occur with irritable bowel syndrome, lactose or gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Chronic intestinal infections are usually diagnosed by stool cultures. Your gastroenterologist, who knows you well, is best qualified to answer your question.

Question 4

can i get a colonoscopy with active c diff?

Accepted Answer

: If the infection is deemed a fulminant colitis, then that would be a contraindication. It would definitely be a risk vs. benefit scenario. I would be concerned about the infectious control risk to the scope team with dealing with cleaning due to C. Diff

Question 5

would two previous c-sections (last one 3 years back) make a colonoscopy more painful? i need to have it without sedation so i'd like to prepare.

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No: The scar and cut in uterus for C-section is far away from colon. Colonoscopy now a days is painless any way.

Question 6

c an you have a herpes outbreak after a colonoscopy?

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Yes: Herpes (whether mouth or genital) usually breaks out in response to stress. A colonoscopy may not be psychologically stressful, but it is a physiologic stress (due to anesthesia and the procedure itself). An outbreak is not uncommon. See your doctor, and they can prescribe antivirals if indicated. Hope this helps!

Question 7

is a colonoscopy painful?

Accepted Answer

Not usually..: The colon-prep is often the most difficult part for people, not the colonoscopy itself. Often the person is under conscious-sedation and thus not really feeling the pain, or at least won't remember it. If excess is left after procedure or if you have biopsies done, some cramping may occur. Severe and worsening abd pain after suggests a likely perforation and needs urgent medical care. Good luck.

Question 8

how deep does a colonoscopy go?

Accepted Answer

Right colon: A proper colonoscopy should reach the right side of the colon to the junction of the colon and the small intestine.

Question 9

how is a colonoscopy performed?

Accepted Answer

Camera on a snake: A video camera on the end of a flexible stalk, not unlike a snake, is inserted through the rectum while you are asleep.  You don't feel a thing, you won't remember it, and the only bed part is the prep.

Question 10

who will perform my colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Physician: The colonoscopy will be done by your physician-either a gastroenterologist or a colon-rectal surgeon. A nurse or technician may help the physician.

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