From the article: Colonoscopy Prep
No matter which preparation you and your doctor choose for your colonoscopy, you are bound to spend a lot of time in the bathroom getting your colon squeaky clean. It's unpleasant to be sure, so it's important to do what you can to make the prep easier on yourself. In between bathroom trips you might read a favorite book, watch a good movie, give yourself a pedicure, or take a nap. How do you make yourself more comfortable during a colonoscopy prep? Share Your Tips
colonoscopy patient
- After attempting to drink the gallon prep and having my colonoscopy completed I felt like this wasn't the best experience for me. I did some research on the web and read a line that "high volume liquid preps can be daunting". It definitely was "daunting". I wasn't able to drink the gallon, but forced myself to get about 1/3 of it down. The pace suggested to drink it was very difficult to keep. I still had to get an enema upon reporting for this procedure. After the colonoscopy, during the rest period, I vomited, all liquid. Why should I endure this? I did further research on the web and learned the Fleet bottle + small amount of drink has been pulled off the counter. But, there are now some pills on the market that supposedly outperform the gallon prep and I'd rather try those next time. Research study said 95% of colonoscopy patients would prefer the pill prep next time. Think about this and communicate with your Dr. Don't suggest it, read up on it and demand it.
- —Guest Dennis
so true
- I took Fleets the evening before my colonoscopy as directed and then waited...However, for some strange reason it did not start working on me until the next morning (about an hour before the test). The cramping was terrible. The test itself was uneventful. I had no pain, tenderness or recollection of actually having had anything done! Next time maybe I will just go on a fluids only diet for 2 days before the test and skip the Fleets.
- —Guest Shannon
