Suprep is not that bad at all! Drank it exactly as instructed, mixed with cool water and sipped from a straw. So far Ive only had water and gum, does anyone know if its ok to chew gum? I still hadnt been feeling well so I rescheduled the procedure. Not much but enough to notice. PDF Reference ID: 3213149 I would really appreciate any help you might be able to give me. Don't be spooked by a positive Cologuard test, only 4 % of their positives are actually cancer. Endured significant anxiety in the days leading up to the procedure. Follow the instructions with the Miralax, and I would not taste it. Definitely have your colonoscopy! Take it the same way as the first dose by mixing it with Gatorade , Ginger Ale, or Sprite . I found it worked within 30 minutes but then again, I have IBSD so I live with diarrhoea every day so Im used to it. I understand why you had a rough time. By 5:30 PM the Dulcalax was working in earnest, so I started drinking colyte ( chilled and mixed with two packets of Crystal light) at the rate of 8 oz every 15 minutes. All clear with a healthy colon (no polyps), and ready to go for another 10 years. Do not allow your doctor to give you this torture-drug! I am not a weak, fragile female. Highly recommend this approach. You should follow the directions exactly as prescribed by your provider. Its ok at room temperature. My insurance didnt cover it, but he gave me a coupon to use at the pharmacy that reduced the price quite a bit. One day down, one to go! Hi Matt, We are so happy that you found this blog and comments from people helpful. No symptoms no family history. Please see someone for your irrational thoughts of being assaulted with a colonoscope. We talked through the whole procedure, they were able to point out parts of my colon, etc. I am on my 3rd procedure. Any suggestions or thoughts? As a caregiver married to a stage III rectal cancer survivor, I will plead with you to reconsider having another colonoscopy again. However, imo, it is not irrational for a person about to undergo colonoscopy to feel concern about a foreign object being introduced deep into their body. I may just be an exception, but the whole experience was very acceptable, and Im a wuss when it comes to doctors. No one seems to answer questions on this site, but here goes . And yes, Im smaller today than Ive been in 30 years! of water. So far she is only voiding water not diarrhea. The newer preps are often lower in volume and divided into two doses, the first taken the night before and the second six hours prior to your procedure. But I got i. t down both times within about 20-25 minutes. I had a breast reduction 3 yrs ago and did ok with it but I still fear it. Most of first dose gone in about 3 hours with a few residual squirts through the evening and early morning. What really made my event was the discovery and removal of a polyp. My last colonscopy I had 7 polyps removed, I had bleeding and cramping for over 3 weeks after my procedure but similar to period cramps. Were sorry to hear this was an experience for you and we hope tomorrows procedure and experience is much more positive!
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