Colonoscopy in 2 days ?

Question

I am having my first colonoscopy on Friday. I was wondering if the procedure was painful at all? I had read from somewhere that it was extremely painful, but from others that you only felt like you were bloated after it was completed. I am really worried, I'm 16 years old, female and have never had it done before. Should I be worried?

Answer 1

Im 16 too, never had a colonoscopy though. But my father and aunt have had them and they told me that the recovery process is worse than the actual procedure itself..

Answer 2

Not to worry! I just had my 2nd a few weeks ago. It is not painful, although the prep isn't fun. But DO plan on drinking the recommended amount of water, follow your doctors instructions and use moist flush-able wipes to avoid soreness.

After your colonoscopy you'll realize it wasn't anything to stress over; I hate the unknown too - really though don't worry, the nurses take really good care of you.

:)

Answer 3

The experience is variable for certain people.

You will be partly sedated, usually with a combination of fentanyl and midazolam.  You'll still be awake, but drowsy.  

Some people feel pressure, others feel quite a bit of pain with the scope pressing through.  Others fall right asleep and don't remember it happening.

My only advice to you is to do a proper bowel cleanout (i.e drink the whole bottle of stuff they give you).  If it's unsatisfactory there's a higher likelihood it would need to be repeated.  

Answer 4

If you abuse drugs - narcotics, weed, anything - it will be impossible to sedate you and you will be awake and feel pain.  

Answer 5

No you don't need to be worried.  I have had 3 colonoscopy procedures and have not had any pain or bloating.  When it was over I wouldn't have known I had had anything done.   Good luck with the results.

Answer 6

No.  You will have more problem recovering from the anesthetic.