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A member asked:
How long will i need to rest after my colonoscopy?
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A day: You can usually return to normal activity the day afier the procedure.
Answered 11/30/2017
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Usually: Resting for 6-8 hours after a colonoscopy with sedation is adequate. During that time do not operate dangerous equipment or make any financial decisions or be responsible for the care of others.
Answered 2/25/2018
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What about the very bad somacth burn anytime I eat or go to the rest room some time the burn pain is in really bad went to the er last night and they gave me sucralfate colonoscopy cam back good could it be a ulcer or come with the small intestine?
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