If you plan to cancel your colonoscopy, please notify us 7 days in advance. That's because anesthesia may make you too groggy to drive A colonoscopy is a crucial screening test for colorectal cancer and can help diagnose or treat certain symptoms and conditions
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In some cases, medical conditions, older age, or pregnancy may necessitate postponement of the procedure.
At r/colonoscopy, we support each other through the sometimes difficult process of getting a colonoscopy done
We can help with prep questions and answer questions about the procedure itself. I have my period, do i need to cancel my colonoscopy No, you do not need to cancel the colonoscopy for any procedure related reasons while you are menstruating. Despite some misinterpretation, the nordicc study shows that colonoscopy is the best way to prevent colorectal cancer
It is generally safe and routine, but there are risks associated with it. Patients are unique individuals whose view of the world, accumulated life experiences and station in life may lead to unpredictable decisions. Sometimes the hardest part about a medical procedure isn't the appointment itself It's finding a ride home afterward
Some procedures, like colonoscopies or cataract surgeries, require you to have a responsible adult to drive you home when it's over
