i having a flexible sigmoidoscopy and i have fleet ready to use when do i use it before going in to hospital ?

Question

I'm terrified for my flexible sigmoidoscopy! what do they do? Do you lay down? Do they give you a gown to wear? Does it hurt? How far up does it go?

Answer 1

Check with GI doc: every clinic may have slightly different instructions. We use two enemas, one the night before and one the morning of the procedure a few hours before. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Flex sig: Usually you administer the fleets enema just prior to going to the hospital for the sigmoidoscopy so that the rectum is empty for the procedure. You could call the physician,who is to perform the sigmoidoscopy to get precise preprocedure instructions.

Answer 3

Depends: If the test is done with sedation (typically not necessary) then there are risks of sedation. Otherwise typical risks of this procedure can include pain or cramps, bleeding (especially if there will be biopsies), infection, missing a lesion or a perforation (hole in the intestine). That being said, these risks are very rare.

Answer 4

Perforation: There are no common complications to flex sig. It is generally very safe. The two main risks is a missed lesion (15% rate) and a peroration (<1% rate).

Answer 5

Colonoscopy: One has to know more about what is being evaluated. I use flexible sigmoidoscopy to evaluate known issues in the distal colon and rectum, frequently after a full colonoscopy has been done. I would ask your physician her opinion.

Answer 6

Several: Rigid proctosigmoidoscopy, full colonoscopy, air contrast barium enema xray, ct colonography. Depending on the reason you need an exam will determine which is the most appropriate technique to use.

Answer 7

Not much: You will be under the influence of either an amnestic (blocks memory) and/or light sedative. You won't remember a thing and likely get a terrific nap in the process. Now, preparing for the experience by evacuating your bowels the day before can be challenging.

Answer 8

A bit: A bit of embarrassment , a bit of discomfort.

Answer 9

Evaluating the colon: In this procedure a flexible endoscope is passed via the anus, through the rectum up to the splenic flexure. The allows the evaluation of the distal 1/3 of the colon. Cramping during the procedure is common. Sedation can be used in the appropriate setting but is not necessary. A bowel preparation is generaly done prior. Enemas are generally sufficient.

Answer 10

Guts: I would rather go to the dentist. But nitrous oxide is a good idea to help relax during this mildly uncomfortable and moderately embarrassing procedure.

Answer 11

Camera: You get a camera inserted through your rectum to examine the rectum and the sigmoid colon. You may or may not be offered anesthesia for this procedure. You need to at least have an enema before the procedure to cleanse the colon, and sometimes a laxatives preparation the day before.

Answer 12

Depends on findings: Flexible sigmoidoscopy looks at lower 1/3 of colon. Better look is with colonoscopy, which looks at entirety of colon. In general, if abnormality seen on flex sig, colonoscopy is recommended.

Answer 13

Sigmoidoscope: Then your gastroenterologist will talk with u about the findings & plan for treatment, if any. Prepare to ask all questions u might have during that appointment. Wish u well.

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