Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What can possibly go wrong during a colonoscopy procedure ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
See below: Depending on the reason for colonoscopy perforation of the colon and bleeding can occur, though these are uncommon. See this site for detailed information on this subject. http://www.asge.org/assets/0/71542/71544/56321364-c4d8-4742-8158-55b6bef2a568.pdf
Answered 10/26/2018
4.1k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What is internal growt in stomach. This thing called growt was found during colonoscopy procedure of my mother?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I am having a colonoscopy and endoscopy tomorrow. Ive been on suboxone four years. Will I feel anything during procedure ?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Had painful colonoscopy yesterday. No pain afterwards. Does the pain felt during procedure increase risk of perforation occuring later? Very anxious.
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
How does colonoscopy feels? Does having a colonoscopy means that your bowels will be fully emptied during this procedure? Does it help constipation?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
Can it happen that the tube wont go through as the person might still be very constipated during a colonoscopy procedure? If so, what is done then?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
I am having a colonoscopy tomorrow and I am in the process of taking the moviprep. What am I to expect tonight AND during the procedure? Thank you x
Do people ever squirm or yell during a colonoscopy procedure?
During a Colonoscopy procedure is it possible to see a prominent spleen?
How long does it take to gain back weight lost during colonoscopy procedure as eating is very limited for few days.
47F. Im scheduled for a colonoscopy next week and I would like to remain awake during the procedure. What are my options? Will it be painful?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
