Question 1

is it safe to take 5mg oxycodone with 25 mg valium for post op sleep and pain relief?  i've taken that much valium for a colonoscopy. not with opioids

Accepted Answer

Good way to die: NO&gt; Incidence of sudden death mixing oxycodone and Valium. Call the funeral palor first.

Question 2

my 81 yr old father 3 days post op for perforated bowel from colonoscopy, has not had bp meds since, bp is 174/64. is this acceptable?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP: His systolic is too high (the top number).  But on the other hand you don't want his pressure to go too low.  It may be the pain he is experiencing causing his top number to be so high.  A perforated bowel is no small event.  If the BP goes to low ischemia may occur as well.  I'm assuming he is still in hospital.  Just make the doctors aware which i'm sure they are.

Question 3

having colonoscopy friday. prep tomorrow. are there risks involved with the prep? im a very anxious person im worried about sedation but know its best to have it. ive had a slight cold and have been told i can go ahead. will this affect the op ?

Accepted Answer

: No, you should proceed with the preparation, do not worry. Make sure you eat a low residual diet for a successful bowel prep. Good luck with the procedure.

Question 4

ive had my appendix removed 4wks ago. 2wks after op i had infection went to hosp was on antibiotic drip for 4days and pills 3 days. had scan xray colonoscopy sonar all. surgeon could not diagose me but still have nausea and pain?

Accepted Answer

Call surgeon: sounds like a possible pot operative complication or reaction to antibiotic therapy. Pain is secondary to surgery.

Question 5

i had a hemorrhoid operation 25-30 years ago there is a lot of scar tissue last colonoscopy dr said  had some trouble with scope. do i need operation?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If the hemorrhoidectomy removed too large an area of island tissue between the sites where the hemorrhaoids were excised, the mucosa of the anal canal can form a stricture.  This would make it hard to pass the scope.
If there are normal  bowel movements one can leave the situation alone or dilate the area.  Otherwise the interspaced island of existing scar may need adjacent skin rotated in.

Question 6

erythema noted on colonoscopy. does this always mean ibd? no ulcers or other forms of inflammation noted, just the erythema in the sigmoid region. stressing myself over it, gi didn't seem all that concerned or mention ibd in the talks after operation?

Accepted Answer

: Its significance depends on the indication of the colonoscopy, especially if you have the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody and or mucous stool, etc. With that finding, GI doctor can't tell you anything specific. You should patiently wait for the biopsy result. Good luck.

Question 7

how much does a colonoscopy cost?

Accepted Answer

: This is a public information site where volunteer docs from around the country answer questions about health conditions submitted from around the world. We have no access to or information about costs/clinics/referral docs at the scattered locations where questions originate. Contact your local providers office for such information.

Question 8

can you tell me about colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

What is colonoscopy?: Colonoscopy is an examination that enables a careful evaluation of the lining of the colon (large intestine) for abnormalities. It is performed by inserting a colonoscope (that is constructed with a flexible tube with a camera at the end) into the anus and slowly advancing it inside the colon: http://www.Laendo.Net/english/what-is-a-colonoscopy-70263428.

Question 9

does insurance cover a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Insurance: Most insurances will cover a colonoscopy if the reasons for the colonoscopy are documented. Screening colonoscopies are suppose to be covered according to ACA.

Question 10

what can i eat after a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Nothing to gassy: Since most people are a little bloated after a colonoscopy, i tend to recommend foods that are not too gassy right after a colonoscopy. Otherwise, eat whatever you want. You just went through a tough ordeal so you deserve a treat!

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A member asked:

Is it safe to take 5mg oxycodone with 25 mg valium for post op sleep and pain relief? i've taken that much valium for a colonoscopy. not with opioids

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My 81 yr old father 3 days post op for perforated bowel from colonoscopy, has not had bp meds since, bp is 174/64. is this acceptable?

A member asked:

Having colonoscopy friday. prep tomorrow. are there risks involved with the prep? im a very anxious person im worried about sedation but know its best to have it. ive had a slight cold and have been told i can go ahead. will this affect the op ?

A member asked:

Ive had my appendix removed 4wks ago. 2wks after op i had infection went to hosp was on antibiotic drip for 4days and pills 3 days. had scan xray colonoscopy sonar all. surgeon could not diagose me but still have nausea and pain?

A member asked:

I had a hemorrhoid operation 25-30 years ago there is a lot of scar tissue last colonoscopy dr said had some trouble with scope. do i need operation?

A member asked:

Erythema noted on colonoscopy. does this always mean ibd? no ulcers or other forms of inflammation noted, just the erythema in the sigmoid region. stressing myself over it, gi didn't seem all that concerned or mention ibd in the talks after operation?

A member asked:

How much does a colonoscopy cost?

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Can you tell me about colonoscopy?

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Does insurance cover a colonoscopy?

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What can i eat after a colonoscopy?

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