Question 1

what type of sedation is safer for a colonoscopy? concerned about propofol.

Accepted Answer

Many alternatives av: Your gastroenterologist has many alternatives to chose from. So you should tell him/her that you wish to avoid using propofol. Midazolam is one tranquilizer often used.

Question 2

i just had a colonoscopy done a few hours ago and i want to have a cigarette. is it ok to do so? i was given propofol as sedation.

Accepted Answer

No problem: Smoking is never a good idea but there is no contraindication to smoke under your present circumstances

Question 3

i'm having colonoscopy done. i'm getting propofol sedation. it's this safe? this is a short procedure is the drug be just a little bit?  scared f/54

Accepted Answer

No concern: Sedation is routinely used for colonoscopy and there is not reason to be concerned.

Question 4

i suffer from anxiety and panic disorder. chose twilight instead of propofol for a colonoscopy sedation. was that the right choice?

Accepted Answer

One size: Does not fit all, although we all have some degree of anxiety with loss of control.  If your doc is ok with twilight it sounds like a good choice.  Try not to second guess your choice.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

i had a colonoscopy and diprivan was used for sedation.  how long does the taste stay in your mouth and when you breathe, after the procedure?

Accepted Answer

Until is goes away: Some people complain of a metallic taste for 24-36 hrs

Question 6

can u have a colonoscopy done with something other than general anesthesia?  such as conscious sedation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. : I never use general anesthesia for a colonoscopy. A good conscious sedation will give you a state of amnesia and you won't remember anything about the procedure. A rn trained in sedation or an anesthesia health care provider can take care of you. Safe procedure in usa.

Question 7

do they use conscious sedation for colonoscopy and endoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Colonoscopy : Yes. It's used in both procedures.

Question 8

i had conscious sedation for a colonoscopy with fentanyl w/3 other drugs.i was never sedated.cried in pain the entire procedure.why didnt it work?

Accepted Answer

You might want: to ask the anesthesiologist this question. He would know the specific medications and amounts.

Question 9

i have had 2 colonoscopies, 1 endoscopy, 1 liver biopsy, and conscious sedation did not work.   i have a 3rd colonoscopy scheduled at end of month, wh?

Accepted Answer

Discuss: this with the the endoscopist, propofol may be a better choice in U

Question 10

do doctors use  propofol for a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Generally if there is an anesthesiologist administering the sedation,  Propofol is frequently the drug used.

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What type of sedation is safer for a colonoscopy? concerned about propofol.

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I just had a colonoscopy done a few hours ago and i want to have a cigarette. is it ok to do so? i was given propofol as sedation.

A member asked:

I'm having colonoscopy done. i'm getting propofol sedation. it's this safe? this is a short procedure is the drug be just a little bit? scared f/54

A member asked:

I suffer from anxiety and panic disorder. chose twilight instead of propofol for a colonoscopy sedation. was that the right choice?

A member asked:

I had a colonoscopy and diprivan was used for sedation. how long does the taste stay in your mouth and when you breathe, after the procedure?

A member asked:

Can u have a colonoscopy done with something other than general anesthesia? such as conscious sedation?

A member asked:

Do they use conscious sedation for colonoscopy and endoscopy?

A member asked:

I had conscious sedation for a colonoscopy with fentanyl w/3 other drugs.i was never sedated.cried in pain the entire procedure.why didnt it work?

A member asked:

I have had 2 colonoscopies, 1 endoscopy, 1 liver biopsy, and conscious sedation did not work. i have a 3rd colonoscopy scheduled at end of month, wh?

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Do doctors use propofol for a colonoscopy?

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