[clay]

As far as "pain" no I didn't! There may be a mild discomfort afterward, as the rectum is "being stretched" to receive the scope BUT it is well lubed with KY Jelly.
As far as sedation, they won't use a general anesthetic. Most often a patient is given some Versed to relax the whole body and Propofol (called "milk of amnesia" (it is white, milky color and medical professionals compare it to that white milky colored Milk Of Magnesia ONLY call it "milk of amnesia"}. They will have you on a table on your left side. The anesthetist will put on an oxygen nasal cannula and begin the induction of the Propofol and you will go to twilight immediately. This medicine is really good as you will wake up rather quickly once in recovery. You will be drowsy a little, off and on. Mine wore off in 2 days. The whole procedure takes about 20 minutes to 45 minutes. Recovery is about 45 minutes or so. I felt bloated and gassy and this time I passed gas when urge hit. No one even gave me a second look or even heard it. The RR nurses are so used to it they don't even pay attention. My Gastrologist does them 2 days a week, doing at least 10 to 12 each day, so he is also used to it.


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My gastrologist always tells me right then my results. When I got the initial one of having a tumor, I didn't know for 2 days it was adenocarcinoma, as the biopsy section was sent out and takes that long to get back a report. I didn't remember the doc talking to me at all the first 2 times, but the one last Thursday I knew what he said and was aware of him coming in to my recovery room. There is a tiny camera on the scope and my doc makes pics, color pics. I asked for a copy, took a note with me to the Endoscope suite to give to the Nurse there to make sure I got pics. I will take these to my Oncologists when I see them next!! It is two different hospitals.
BUT you will get results right then. Have your daughter to write down what the doc says. You can also ask for and receive a written copy of the report as soon as it is available. Tell the doc you want a copy of your dictated report as soon as available. Since your hospital is 4 hrs. away, you will probably have to call the Medical records division and get the report mailed to you. But YOUR DOC will have a report and is easiest to get a copy from.


Mix it with Orange Gatorade...64 oz. of Gatorade. I had to drink 4 oz of the gatorade plain to get the powder laxative in it. I refrigerated mine 24 hrs. be sure to shake it really well. DO NOT use a RED OR PURPLE gatorade...colors the colon and doc unable to see it clearly..


Whooohhhooo I am going to be on lookout for that You Tube...wink
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And Clay.. I adore you more than you will ever know. You have been a constant source of support, encouragement and friendship since the very first time that we "met" on here. I love our thought provoking and giggle sessions over the phone and you truly are one of my BFF's. We've both had our share of battles but we both keep going strong. You are a hero to me.[/B][/FONT][/SIZE][/COLOR][/quote]

Awww Pynk: We are such kindred spirits! You are MY Hero!! You fared much worse a battle with that damn C than I did!!! Your whole outlook, your humor, your spirit..you drive me to embrace my life, my world, and to always look ahead with sunshine and smiles.
We will talk before the test and afterwards. YOU will do great..just set you rmind to stay positive and focused. I am but a call away...always...
this too shall pass and we will laugh and giggle and just be in the moment...{{{{{{{{{{{pynk}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}