Question 1

colonoscopy done about a week ago. now feeling nauseous w reflux particularly when laying down and bloated. any possible side effect from colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Don't think so : Patients can have complications after a colonoscopy - however, they are usually in the days or so following the exam.
Nausea and reflux are not such complications. They are, however, very common symptoms of acid reflux  - especially "when lying down".  Do have a doctor evaluate you for reflux. Medications are available and very helpful.
Hope you feel better.  Peter wilk, md.

Question 2

patchy erythema with no blood noted during colonoscopy. should i be worried? could this be a side effect of prep? sigmoid and rectum region noted?

Accepted Answer

: It is likely these areas represent inflammation of some sort. Your doctor probably biopsied these areas so you end to see the doctor in follow up to find out what the biopsies showed and if any specific treatment is needed to treat the inflammation, if present. Your GI doctor is the best one to diagnose what these areas represent. Good luck!

Question 3

hello, i was diagnosed with bells palsy in the left side of my face last week and now ive noticed a loss of feeling in the left side of my body as well. could this be a side effect of the disease?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely.  : Bell’s Palsy is a condition where one side of the face becomes paralyzed over a period of a day or 2.  Most cases are caused by a herpesvirus infection, including Herpes simplex and Herpes zoster (chickenpox virus). Some cases are caused by the bacteria responsible for Lyme Disease.

Not likely to affect you entire left body.  That may be caused by an entirely different condition. See a doctor

Question 4

if you've had bells palsy in the past do you have more of a risk of getting it as a side effect of vaccine and if so would it increase the odds of severe bells palsy?

Accepted Answer

: Although cases of Bell's palsy were reported after covid vaccination the evidence that the vaccine caused it was not compelling according to the FDA. . I don't think your chances of getting facial nerve palsy after covid vaccination is any higher than anyone who never had Bell's palsy and the CDC does not consider a history of Bell's palsy to be a contraindication.

Question 5

is versed a dangerous drug for colonoscopy? what are the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Experience counts...: Conscious sedation often combines versed (sleep agent that induces amnesia) with narcotic (typically fentanyl) with resulting prolonged sleepiness  after your procedure. Mac (monitored anesthesia care) relies instead on Propofol (a rapid onset drug that wears off within minutes). Any sedative's risks are best reduced by close supervision by a qualified practitioner ; appropriate patient selection.

Question 6

what causes persistent mixed colored stool (brown on one side and dark brown on other) even after colonoscopy says everything is normal?

Accepted Answer

: Its just a coincidence and will change depending on what you eat and drink.  Nothing to get concerned about.

Question 7

have had severe rectal pain for 8+ mos., feels like sharp gravel on l side--started the day after a routine colonoscopy!!... was i injured during c?

Accepted Answer

It's possible.: If your symptoms have gone on for 8 months, you really need to get back to the doctor who did the colonoscopy and be reevaluated for the cause of pain.  It simply isn't possible to give any significant information on a forum without further workup and examination.  Best wishes.

Question 8

i have a colonoscopy and endoscopy soon. what i can expect to happen? i have strong social anxiety so i'd also like to know the personal side as well.

Accepted Answer

You will: Be asleep. The doctor will carefully insert a long tube with a lens at the end that allows him to see, and a tiny forceps that takes biopsies the size of a pencil tip. There may be a drop or two of blood, but it won't cause pain. You may feel some discomfort from the gas used to inflate the bowels to see what he's doing, but it goes away with passing gas. You can likely eat and drink afterwards.

Question 9

is a non-sedative colonoscopy recommended/ok?  i have read it is common in most countries, but not the u.s.  i am concerned about side effects (for a few reasons), but also don't want pain.  heard it is usually not that bad/painful w/o sedatives?

Accepted Answer

: Some people find colonoscopy easily tolerable without sedation, others don't. Sedation is common because it often makes the procedure easier and quicker -- otherwise it can slow things down in order to keep discomfort to a minimum. A middle ground may be no sedation, but an IV in place so instant sedation can be used if needed. Discuss with the clinic or doctor doing the procedure.

Question 10

what are common side effects after a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

None: There is no "common" side effect to colonoscopy. The overwhelming majority of colonoscopies have no side effects.

The uncommon adverse event is missed polyps or bowel perforation.

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Colonoscopy done about a week ago. now feeling nauseous w reflux particularly when laying down and bloated. any possible side effect from colonoscopy?

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Patchy erythema with no blood noted during colonoscopy. should i be worried? could this be a side effect of prep? sigmoid and rectum region noted?

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Hello, i was diagnosed with bells palsy in the left side of my face last week and now ive noticed a loss of feeling in the left side of my body as well. could this be a side effect of the disease?

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If you've had bells palsy in the past do you have more of a risk of getting it as a side effect of vaccine and if so would it increase the odds of severe bells palsy?

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Is versed a dangerous drug for colonoscopy? what are the side effects?

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What causes persistent mixed colored stool (brown on one side and dark brown on other) even after colonoscopy says everything is normal?

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Have had severe rectal pain for 8+ mos., feels like sharp gravel on l side--started the day after a routine colonoscopy!!... was i injured during c?

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I have a colonoscopy and endoscopy soon. what i can expect to happen? i have strong social anxiety so i'd also like to know the personal side as well.

A member asked:

Is a non-sedative colonoscopy recommended/ok? i have read it is common in most countries, but not the u.s. i am concerned about side effects (for a few reasons), but also don't want pain. heard it is usually not that bad/painful w/o sedatives?

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