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You will likely be able to sleep through the night once the first round of evening prep is over.įinding colon polyps early before they can become cancerous can save your life and doing the prep is worth it. The good news is that there is usually very little discomfort. These steps will help you breeze through it. The prep process can be a little scary the first time. It is still important to continue drinking your prep until it is completely gone even if your stool has become clear. Your bowel movements will be watery and clear or light yellow. The goal of the prep for colonoscopy is to completely rid your body of food particles. You will drink some of the prep solution the evening before your procedure and the rest in the morning.
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It is important that you spend time reviewing the instructions to get the timing and doses right. Double-check the prep instructions and drink-upĮach brand of prep drink has different instructions. You will be on or near the toilet for a good amount of time and you will be grateful for pants that are easy to remove when the urge hits. Your softest, loosest clothing is a great option to wear during the prep for your colonoscopy. The diarrhea that comes with the prep will likely irritate them. If you have hemorrhoids, keep your favorite topical cream handy. You can use diaper cream or other soothing creams prior to starting the prep. Now is the time to put out some good, soft toilet paper and wipes. It might be nice to have a radio or speakers to listen to music. Bring your phone or tablet along with the charger into the bathroom. Having entertainment available during the purge process can help the time pass. Have them take their toiletries and other necessities out before you get started. If there is just one bathroom in the house, you will want to coordinate schedules with your family. Stake your claim to your favorite bathroom – you can even put up a sign. You certainly don’t want to be in a Zoom meeting when you start your prep! Cancel book club and other social and work engagements. Find someone to care for your children and pets. You will not want to stray far from the bathroom once you start your prep. Clear your schedule and claim the bathroom These dyes can make the color of your colon change and interfere with your doctor’s assessment. It is important to avoid anything with red or purple dyes. Coffee and tea can be sweetened, but don’t add cream or milk. You can drink coffee, tea, apple juice, soft drinks, and Gatorade, so purchase plenty of your favorites. Stock up on items like popsicles, gelatin, and clear broth. You will start a clear liquid diet on the day before your appointment. You will stop eating nuts, seeds, and raw vegetables two days before your procedure. Shop for your clear liquid drinks and foods Your doctor will discuss instructions that will help you manage your blood sugar and still be ready for your colonoscopy if you are diabetic. You may be instructed to stop taking stool formers, vitamins, and iron supplements 5 days before your appointment. Your doctor will give you specific instructions based on the medications you are taking. Discuss your current medications and supplements with your doctor
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Just about all pharmacies will be able to fill your prescription. No matter the brand, they have similar instructions and most are available only by prescription. There are several colonoscopy preps your doctor may prescribe.
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Follow these tips to get prepared for your colonoscopy. Your doctor needs to be able to view all parts of your colon and any stool residue will make it difficult for them. If not done correctly, an additional colonoscopy may be needed. How many times have you heard this: “The colonoscopy isn’t bad, but the prep is awful!”? Though it’s joked about, the prep is an essential part of a successful colonoscopy.