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I have a colonoscopy tomorrow i am required to do an enema. i can't get myself to do it?

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Dr. Fidias De Leon answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Its necessary: The enema or liquid solution GoLytely (polyethylene glycol) is necessary for proper colon prep. Whithout this it would be difficult for the endoscopist to look into your colon. Check with the procedure center if have not been able to do so, as they may re-schedule.

Answered 7/30/2018

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