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Colonoscopy tomorrow. saw dr oz and other celebs get theirs but still scared?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Nothing to be scared: About. Should take 20-30 minutes, shouldn't feel or remember anything and if normal will give you tremendous comfort and security. If positive, best to find problems early when there are good solutions and good outcomes.

Dr Hoepfner agreed

Answered 7/29/2012

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