im in the clinic now and they’re saying i may need one because i’ve had some bleeding with my jpouch. i have no rectum.
the last scope i got was an endoscopy and colonoscopy before my surgery at 12 and im 20 now. im very nervous and scared. i had a sigmoidoscopy before to diagnose my colitis and it hurt very badly. is it more painful with a jpouch? what should i expect?
So I’m seeing CRS finally in person on Wednesday they are doing a gastroscopy on my stomach and also sigmoidoscopy in anus.
They’ve said I’ll be sedated which I’m happy about and that I have to do an enema when I get there.
My concerns obviously are enema tearing, whether it will cause diarrhoea or just stimulate normal bowel movements. Also when the thing is taken out how long would have to apply Vaseline for example or I’m I Gonna be running to the toilet?
Also the camera actually tearing the fissure. And then of course worrying about the BM the next day and it being a back to square one full re-tear.
I’m having this done privately in the UK as the NHS waiting time is insane.
Any words of encouragement? They seem to be under the impression I’ll be fine as I’m sedated but I’m not sure that would stop pain would it? And if the enema causes tearing the surely the procedure will hurt like mad?
Anyway not feeling too thrilled about the throat cam either so if anyone’s has that and has any advice I would appreciate it.
I’m trying to tell myself this is routine stuff and they do it all the time and people have survived colonoscopies etc with fissures. Also that I’ll be getting home to my bed that evening and can eat and drink again.
Super worried about constipation the next day because I won’t have ate or drank before the procedures. I’ll take mirilax (Laxido) with whatever I eat that evening but would doing the enema on Wednesday afternoon even leave anything to pop out on Thursday?
I’ve never missed a day before so dunno what to expect.
Many thanks
EDIT - - I had this done snd survived it ok so far. We will see how first BM comes. Some interesting results but unfortunately nothing too helpful yet. I will make a proper post about it later. Thanks for the support for anyone considering or needing this. It’s definitely worth doing. I’ve put it off for years. And now I wish I hadn’t.
I don't have to have the bowel prep thank god. I am pretty sure I'm about to throw up from not eating. Like seriously. Why would she schedule me in the afternoon. I've been having liquids for over 24 hours. I have no idea how to make it stop. The nausea is awful
Got diagnosed with ulcerative proctitis yesterday after getting flexible sigmoidoscopy done. The usual red blood and mucous seems to be getting better (was better today). But I noticed black thread-like stuff on my poop. It was vertical along the line of poop. Could this be due to the sigmoidoscopy? The doctor took biopsies, so could this be due to that?
My mother of 77 years old has very fragile health: low white blood cell count, and a neurological autoimmune disease CIDP. She also has extremely low blood pressure. A Colonoscopy is very taxing and possibly dangerous for her. She has risk factors for complications, like an extra-long colon with more bends than usual. (This was visible on a CT colonography of 3 years ago.)
She mainly has had very narrow stools < 1cm/0.5cm for the last months (no blood in her stool). Her stool was getting thinner in diameter for the last year I think but she also takes a laxative: Macrogol, therefore it was very soft and often shapeless too. She is lean (not fat) but has had a severely bloated belly for the last 3-4 years. MRI and CT scans could not find anything 3-4 years ago (only full bowels, no ascites). A CT Colonography 3 years ago also did not find anything.
Is narrow stool almost always caused by a narrowing in the Sigmoid and Rectum of the Colon or could it also be caused by narrowing higher in the colon? (Would a Sigmoidoscopy make more sense for these symptoms? A Sigmoidoscopy is much less taxing and has a lower risk. And she does not need to be sedated for that procedure.
She already had a CT Colonography 3 years ago, which uses 2 CT scans with therefore also quite a high radiation amount. Is it wise to do a double CT scan in such a short timeframe again? But it would be the least taxing and dangerous for her.
Me: total colectomy with 2 cm of rectal stump that should be checked. Unfortunately, I can’t get an appointment in the US before I move out and lose US health insurance and my Canadian healthcare won’t kick in for three months after I move. I need to go to Guatemala City to see my fiancée next week. It’s simple enough to just do it there, right? I’m not doing surgery; I just need a doctor to look at it. Only costs 2500 GTQ or about 400 USD out of pocket. Will they knock me out? She said she’ll be there to drive me home after but I don’t want to make her take off work if not necessary.
Hi all, I know I just posted a day ago but I’m confused and wanted to ask for prep advice. My usual GI no longer takes my insurance as of last month so I am seeing a new doctor at the practice and their office is pretty hectic now with patients transferring.
I need advice prepping for a flex sigmoidoscopy Friday at 11am under propofol.
He told me I don’t need to do prep the night before. He sent me home with a document that said don’t eat or drink after midnight the night before UNLESS the procedure is at noon or later. If it’s at noon Friday or later I can drink water until 8am.
So I called and asked if I could drink water at 6 am or 7 am. The doctors assistant told me no because I could aspirate and die….but how does that make sense if I could drink water until 8am with a noon procedure?
I ask this because I wake up at 5-530am (I have toddlers and work) and I can’t imagine having no water before 11am.
What do your GI doctors recommend?
Update: Thank you for your comments, all! I am going to just power through on an empty stomach to avoid any complications. I am looking forward to just getting this done and hopefully getting mroe answers and better treatment.
hey all! so yesterday i went to a doctors appointment which they told me there that my symptoms were bad yet again so they were gonna perform a sigmoidoscopy on me and they called today and told me to come in tomorrow for the procedure and to only stick to clear liquids for today and you guys know the deal. what’s the best broth or what do you guys recommend for me to run to the store and get for today and tomorrow morning?
Hi everyone
I've been scheduled for a Flexi sigmoidoscopy, and I'm curious to know the difference between this procedure and colonoscopy. I've had colonoscopy before, but not this type of scope. How do they differ?
I was advised I would receive a home enema kit to use the day before (im in the UK, so this is through the NHS - I don't know if the process may differ elsewhere?).
Do we still get sedatives/pain relief with this type of procedure?
In my head I'm preparing for a colonoscopy, but from what I've read this isn't quite the same procedure.
Your replies would be much appreciated!
Tomorrow: My GI is doing a Flex Sigmoidoscopy to tattoo (!) the beginning and end of my malignant tumor in my sigmoid colon so my surgeon knows where it is.
In 2 weeks: Surgeon is doing laparoscopic (no robot) surgery. He said I will get one hole on my left side over the bad spot and one hole over my right side which will be his pilot hole. Then a slice by my belly button and my tumor will be extracted through there.
Anyone have either of these 2 and have tips? I was only diagnosed 5 days ago so it's been a whirlwind.
Going in for my first and I’m a little nervous
Any tips for the enema?
Any advice is great
My Dr scheduled a flex sig for me next week to look for a specific infection. Is it anything like a colonoscopy? Because I had a colonoscopy in March and hated it, the procedure was ok cause I was knocked out but the prep made me feel horrible. Do I need to take any kind of prep for this procedure, all they told me was no eating/drinking after midnight day of? Also about how long will it take and how do you feel after? I just get really anxious over procedures I’ve never had, it would be nice to have some more info.
I recently had a flexible sigmoidoscopy because of sustained bleeding from my ass for over a month
Insurance is totally denying the claim (which is almost $4k) because they say they only cover sigmoidoscopy as "preventative" for people over 50, and not as "diagnostic" for anyone of any age (and in my case it was diagnostic).
Are they allowed to do this? I've read my certificate of coverage and the only times it mentions sigmoidoscopy is positively stating they will cover it for certain groups for cancer screening (people over 50, other high-risk groups) without stating that they *won't* cover it in other circumstances
What's my next move? Am I SOL?
Thanks!
Edit: A couple of people have asked, so when I say they "denied" the claim, I mean that the entire amount is described as "not covered" on my EOB, and I'm 100% responsible for it
The exact wording is "Ineligibility Code Description:Non-covered charge(s)", the discount, co-pay, co-insurance and deductible are listed as 0, and the "ineligible amount" and "total out-of-pocket" are listed as the full amount of the charge (~$3800)
Hi there, wondering if there is anyone who has this procedure done at the GI clinic who can message me as I have some questions. Thanks in advance
Hello! I've just been invited for another sigmoidoscopy because in March of this year, I had about 3 weeks where I was passing mucus again so I was referred. I thought I'd have another chat with a doctor about what's going on but they just want me to go straight into having a sigmoidoscopy again.
When my symptoms first began about 6 or so years ago, my symptoms were more severe and I was passing blood etc. They didn't do an emergency colonoscopy when my doctor send me to hospital, so I had a sigmoidoscopy months later when I was coming out of a flare, which showed colitis and they were then concerned I had IBD. I had a colonoscopy months later when I was feeling better and nothing showed up so I kind of got dismissed.
So now I don't want to waste everyone's time doing a sigmoidoscopy when I'm confident they won't see anything as I've not had a flare up since March? I found the experience unpleasant too, especially taking the disgusting laxatives because I'm chronically constipated and not even a litre of laxatives seemed to move everything out and the person doing it seemed pissed off at me about that!
So what would you recommend I do? Thanks.
I know how debilitating HA can be, especially when it comes to undergoing procedures. I see people posting about colonoscopies from time to time, so I wanted to offer to answer any questions that you may have. If you don’t feel comfortable asking in a public space, feel free to DM me.
Hi all, i’m having a sigmoidoscopy on thursday so no oral prep but an at home enema an hour before i have to go to my appointment. I have the option to be sedated or just have gas and air, anyone who has had one and been offered those two options what was your experience and which do you recommend? (any enema tips would be greatly appreciated too) :)
I’ve been dealing with bloody mucus, diarrhea, urgency and sharting said bloody mucus for about 2 years. My GP ordered some blood and stool tests that I sent in. I’ve finally gotten a referral to a GI doctor and will speak on the phone with them tomorrow.
When I spoke with my GP, she said the GI doctor will probably want me to have a sigmoidoscopy. If when I chat with the GI doctor we talk about the options, should I try to get a full colonoscopy instead? Idk if a sigmoidoscopy could miss things if it doesn’t go in as far into the large intestine. Or would a sigmoidoscopy be enough to diagnose UC or crohns? I want to make sure I’m able to get a diagnosis if possible because I just want to know what’s been going on with me. Thanks!
I’m having this procedure. I’ve had upper endoscopy and a colonoscopy. Colonoscopy was a few years ago. For this procedure I heard it’s very easy. But, can I ask for sedation? Because I don’t want to feel a damn thing!!! Has anyone had this procedure??
I’ve never had one before and assumed you were awake but the nurse practitioner told me she would have the office schedule it for me if I want to be sedated. Is it that bad to be awake during the procedure?
I just found out I don't have to do the full prep for my flex. sig next week. He said I can do a Fleet enema, 2-4 hours before the scope. I've only done this once before 9 years ago, and they gave it to me at the hospital. I remember feeling like I had to sit in the bathroom a long time and it hurting. Can anyone refresh my memory on these? Not too terrible, right?
My colon and rectum are paralyzed so I can't push out any mucus unless I use and enema which is very painful. My surgeon suggested doing a flex sig to clean out the colon and rectum to lessen the dis comfort.
Hello,
To start, I'm 30F and I've had a handful of GI issues since 2018. Finally have decent insurance that covered testing and my primary referred me for a sigmoidoscopy due to periodic rectal bleeding.
When receiving my instructions ahead of the appointment, I was told I would be under sedation. When I arrived this was not the case, I guess this should have been my clue that this office wasn't well organized. Additionally they were clueless about the prep instructions they gave me (which I followed).
Anyways, the nurse who was attending to me told me that the doctor would go slow and it would be about a 15-20 minute procedure. Additionally she told me that he would let me know when he reached any turns in my colon as that might hurt a little, like period cramps.
I guess my doctor decided to do a speed run. It was about 6 minutes long, including prep and being wheeled to the procedure room. The pain started as soon as the scope was inserted and only got worse to the point where I was ready to leap out of the bed. No warnings were communicated from either the doctor or the nurse. The doctor didn't say anything to me at all, actually.
With all of that behind me, is this a normal experience? Didn't really get a diagnosis out of this ordeal, so I'm worried if further GI issues plaque me, I'll have to repeat this test. How should I handle this moving forward?
I have a flexible sigmoidoscopy booked for tomorrow morning, what can I expect?
A bit of background info: I'm in the UK and recently had a colonoscopy a few months ago under entonox gas which went smoothly and came back rather inconclusive (microsopic inflamation). However since then I've had a stool test which showed my calprotectin levels at around 6000, so I've now been booked in for this.
I haven't been given any prep and it's my understanding that I'll be given an enema at the hosptial when I arrive (30min before the actual sigmoidoscopy). If I'm being honest this is the part I'm most anxious about. What can I expect?
Thanks.
So in December I had my first colonoscopy and everyone I'd spoken to (without IBD) had said it was fine and I wouldn't need sedation just NOS gas- big mistake I was in a lot of pain and was crying for the remainder of the day I was so distressed after . Kind of made sense as they found I had moderate - severe left sided UC.
Just found out I've got a sigmoidoscopy coming up to follow up on how my insides are doing. UC seems well controlled ATM. No symptoms at all other than loose-ish stool (for me at least ). Haven't had a calpro test in a while but last time (before I started a course of pred foam) it was still a bit high at 300ish so with that and no symptoms now I'm hoping it's much lower.
So what should I expect from this scope ? Do you always go for sedation even if you're feeling fine ? Has anyone done just the NOS gas when symptoms are well controlled ? How long does a sigmoid really last ?
Also does the sigmoidoscopy cause issues afterwards I'm worried about flaring up after ?
Hi guys, looking for some advice!
I've got a flexible sigmoidoscopy tomorrow, I had a colonoscopy a couple months ago and it was so painful even with sedation and gas and air - it was the blowing the air in that was the problem. I get super anxious and I'm currently off my antidepressants because none of them are working so I'm in two minds. I know you don't usually get sedation for this procedure but I feel like I might need it, idk if I'm just being stupid about it or if I should ask for the sedation.
Thanks :)
Update: I asked, they refused it. I went in very anxious and had the gas and air, only to realise that I didn't feel any different to last time! It was all alright and I'm starting to heal! Good news all round, thanks for the advice everyone!
Hello fellow UC’ers. I have a flexible sigmoidoscopy on Monday due to a recent flare. I’ve never had one this bad - I’ve been going every 15-45 minutes for the past two days (this includes through the night). Tried to tough it out, but yesterday I broke and begged my doc to put me back on the steroids I just stopped. So yesterday I started my third straight steroid course.
My last colonoscopy was in 2016 and I did the Miralax/dulcolax prep.
For this, I have to drink 2 10 oz bottles of Magnesium citrate on Sunday with a tap water enema when I get there on Monday. Any tips as I’ve never done this protocol before?
They do not give you anestesia. Or anything for that matter.
I (19F) had a flexi sig done yesterday and the sedation did not work. I experienced extreme pain and felt everything, especially as they banded a haemorrhoid & took biopsies, but the doctors held me until the procedure was over. It’s now the next day and I am feeling an insane amount of pain in the area where the scope was and I feel traumatised to be honest.
I’m so puzzled because I was expecting everything to be completely fine and go back to normal straight away but now I’m out of work until next week at least & painkillers aren’t helping anymore. Also getting very dehydrated. The doctor said it was painful because they banded me but I know for sure it’s not meant to feel this bad.
I’m just wondering if there’s a chance anyone has been through the same thing, because I might be able to find out why I’m so sore.
Please don’t let this post worry you if you are awaiting a scope. I’ve talked to so many people who said it was a walk in the park. That’s why I’m so confused.
I had a total colectomy in September, and my rectum is still inflamed, so my doctor scheduled me for a sigmoidoscopy. they sent me the automated instructions to do 2 enemas.. I emailed both my doctors but they are out on vacation and haven’t gotten back to me so I don’t know whether or not I need to do them? Anyone have any insight?
Getting a flexible sigmoidoscopy to check why I bleed from the anus every time I go to the bathroom.
Apparently I don't need any prep - I just don't eat anything for six hours, and then a nurse will give me an enema just before I go in. I was hoping I could just take that laxative drink at home, which is a bit more dignified. Has anyone had this? Is it as embarrassing as it sounds?
Also - my old gastroenterologist advised against any colonoscopies/sigmoidoscopies because I have a fissure and it will be "really painful" (based on all the flinching during the finger-in-the-ass exams). I asked my new one if I could be sedated but they just said the procedure will be fine without it, despite the fissure that won't heal. Who do I believe?
I would gladly do two colonoscopy preps rather than the pain of a salt water enema on what is probably damaged tissue. I don’t even get that nice feeling of being cleaned out! Ugh.
My mother of 77 years old has fragile health: low white blood cell count, and a neurological autoimmune disease CIDP and extremely low blood pressure. A Colonoscopy is very taxing and possibly dangerous for her. She has risk factors for complications, like an extra-long colon with more bends than usual. (This was visible on a CT colonography of 3 years ago.)
My question is; when you mainly have very narrow stools < 1cm/0.5cm for a few months (no blood). Her stool was getting thinner in diameter for the last year but due to laxative Macrogol, it was very soft and often shapeless too. She is lean (not fat) but has had a severely bloated belly for the last 3-4 years. MRI and CT scans could not find anything (only full bowels, no ascites). A CT Colonography 3 years ago also did not find anything.
Is narrow stool almost always caused by a narrowing in the sigmoid and rectum? or could it also be caused by narrowing higher in the colon? (Would a Sigmoidoscopy make more sense for these symptoms? A Sigmoidoscopy is much less taxing and has a lower risk. And she does not need to be sedated for that procedure.
Hi all, i’m having a sigmoidoscopy on thursday so no oral prep but an at home enema an hour before i have to go to my appointment. I have the option to be sedated or just have gas and air, anyone who has had one and been offered those two options what was your experience and which do you recommend? (any enema tips would be greatly appreciated too) :)
Getting a sigmoidoscopy tomorrow and am feeling nervous.... what should I expect??
