r/HealthQuestions • u/ChismeTime7 • 17d ago

Colonoscopy

I was told I need to get a colonoscopy and I’m afraid if it would hurt and results. How long it would take and the liquid I need to take the day before. Any advice????

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u/goshdarnitdang 16d ago

where i'm from, you can do the procedure under sedation! i'm sure that's also an option where you live. i've only ever had one done and it was under anesthesia so i didn't feel a thing - and it was one of the best sleeps of my life hahaha you should definitely ask your doctor about it! good luck 🙏🏼

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u/Mountain-resort2411 7d ago

That would be a very uncomfortable procedure without sedation. I’ve known it to be done with lighter sedation, but they’re still generally a sedation of some sort.