Awake Colonoscopy « The United Colon Vlog

Awake Colonoscopy

November 21, 2008

Some people get lucky and fall asleep during the procedure. I didn’t have the option.

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: Have you been awake during a colonoscopy? Had did you feel?

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One comment

Great description of a conscience colonoscopy. I’ve had many both 100% awake and knocked out. Points I’ve learned:
1. If awake, don’t look at the screen. Although it would be great to know what is going on, your imagination tends to run wild with thoughts of pain and discomfort.

2. If in the hospital, ask for a double dose of anesthesia. It’s one of the few times you get a decent sleep in the hospital.

3. If your doctor isn’t doing the procedure, always introduce yourself to the person who is. It’s good to actually meet the person who in a few minutes will be getting very “personal” with you.

Thanks for the posts. They have been extremely helpful as I am going through the same process you are.

Jeff
by Jeff November 21, 2008 at 2:04 pm

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