Question 1

I am scheduled for a g-scope and colonoscopy. what is the procedure for postponing?

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This is a public information site based in the USA as are most of its volunteer docs. We have no access to or information about the local healthcare clinics/services in the different places around the world where this site can be seen. You need to contact whoever set up the procedure for guidance on this issue.

Question 2

Colonoscopy 9 years ago .marked turtuousity of the sigmoid and a redundant loop , scope could not be passed further. any tec improvements last 9 years?

Accepted Answer

Not that virtual colonoscopy has been embraced as an equal alternative to standard colonoscopy, it is an alternative that may provide meaningful information in your case.

Question 3

Fissure&hemerhoid pain much worse after colonoscopy, can the scope going in make these conditions worse? dr cant see me until august to give results

Accepted Answer

The colonoscopy should not cause a measurable worsening of your condition, but the procedure may cause temporary irritation and a transient increase in pain. The underlying problem may be getting worse, though, so if the worsening persists, tell your doctor or seek additional care.

Question 4

Can you get anal warts after a colonoscopy.  can it be transmitted by infected scope?

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If it can happen it will... But i can find no evidence in the medical literature re: reports of anal warts transmitted by a contaminated colonoscope.  First, confirm that anal warts are present please--there are some mimicks.

Question 5

When a gastroenterologist only can scope 80% of the lg. intestine during colonoscopy,( the prep was completed as written) what should be next step?

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Or CT colonography is used as an alternative for incomplete colonoscopy attempts.

Question 6

I had a colonoscopy once and recently had diverticolitis, with infection, could i have contracted it from a dirty scope. how do i know they are clean?

Accepted Answer

There are standard cleansing techniques employed by all reputable doctors performing these procedures. That having been said, diverticulitis will never be caused by a "dirty" colonoscope.  This is an anatomic abnormality with outpouchings of the wall of the colon which are prone to perforation and infection spreading outside the gut.  Nothing whatever to do with the procedure.

Question 7

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?

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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 8

My questions are regarding the ribbon like stools , which i experience in the last 2 months. colonoscopy was about 18 months ago., all clear with one tubular adenoma. 
can i have cancer if my scope was clear ?

Accepted Answer

If the colonoscopy was clean 18 months ago, colon cancer is highly unlikely.
You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. 
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948

Question 9

Is it possible to miss diverticulosis on ct and colonoscopy?post scope ct shows diverticulosis.ct and scope prior no diverticulosis.pain since scope.

Accepted Answer

Some diverticula(e) are VERY small and when these little "bubbles" are filled with normal bowel mucous can be missed by both tests...SIGNIFICANT or INFLAMMED diverticulae will NOT be missed by either test...

Hope  this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 10

Can colonoscopy cause diverticulosis?32yo hf diet no history of it. now after scope in pain and ct shows mild diverticulosis in the spot i have pain.

Accepted Answer

And diverticulosis would not be the sole cause of pain

How long is a colonoscopy scope

I am scheduled for a g-scope and colonoscopy. what is the procedure for postponing?

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Colonoscopy 9 years ago .marked turtuousity of the sigmoid and a redundant loop , scope could not be passed further. any tec improvements last 9 years?

Fissure&hemerhoid pain much worse after colonoscopy, can the scope going in make these conditions worse? dr cant see me until august to give results

Can you get anal warts after a colonoscopy. can it be transmitted by infected scope?

When a gastroenterologist only can scope 80% of the lg. intestine during colonoscopy,( the prep was completed as written) what should be next step?

I had a colonoscopy once and recently had diverticolitis, with infection, could i have contracted it from a dirty scope. how do i know they are clean?

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?

My questions are regarding the ribbon like stools , which i experience in the last 2 months. colonoscopy was about 18 months ago., all clear with one tubular adenoma. can i have cancer if my scope was clear ?

Is it possible to miss diverticulosis on ct and colonoscopy?post scope ct shows diverticulosis.ct and scope prior no diverticulosis.pain since scope.

Can colonoscopy cause diverticulosis?32yo hf diet no history of it. now after scope in pain and ct shows mild diverticulosis in the spot i have pain.

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