First Colonoscopy Today

[4Waters]

Swear big pharma pushes that garbage mix on the GP’s for kickbacks and the start at 6pm? WTF? Start early and sleep the night before…ya may starve but clear liquids are OK…catch my drift? Damn the medical system is screwed up.

I started at 5, couldn't start earlier as I had an appt at 4

 

[boatnam2]

Wait till things get bad for ya and you need a barium enema exam. Come talk to me about fun

Not quite sure what the entails but went through quite a bit with a loved one that had colon cancer, nothing funny about it for sure, guess why I was making a joke of testing In hopes people will get it done.

 

[HTTP404]

Wait till things get bad for ya and you need a barium enema exam. Come talk to me about fun

Haha, that is for sure. Gives an entire new meaning to clamping down.

 

[Javajoe]

SuPrep.

It's two 6oz. bottles and you take one the evening before and one the morning of. Be within about 30 seconds of the toilet when you drink it (does not taste bad) and I have never had any cramping, etc. After evacuating for about 2 minutes, you are good to go and can trust a fart again!

Yep that’s what I drank. Taste like a flat sprite. Then drink a few bottles of water. Sooo easy. Can’t believe people still drink that other crap. My wife just takes pills and drinks water when she does it.

 

[Bear Down]

Not quite sure what the entails but went through quite a bit with a loved one that had colon cancer, nothing funny about it for sure, guess why I was making a joke of testing In hopes people will get it done.

Definitely no joke, my medical journey all started because of a failed colonoscopy 2 years ago to check myself due to family history of colon cancer. This whole deal spiraled horribly these past 14 months. 1 more surgery next week, and I should be close to being close to human again.

 

[Bear Down]

Haha, that is for sure. Gives an entire new meaning to clamping down.

Yeah, nothing like chatting it up with the Dr and seeing yourself from the inside out with a leash hanging out of yourself.

 

[Lumpy]

I started at 5, couldn't start earlier as I had an appt at 4

Makes sense…put a diaper on and mix a couple shots of vodka in that shit…watch a good movie and stay close to the shitter.

All kidding aside, It will be over before ya know it. After its all done, go get an Omelet and hash browns. You will be clean as a whistle!

Best sleep you will ever have….

 

[4Waters]

Makes sense…put a diaper on and mix a couple shots of vodka in that shit…watch a good movie and stay close to the shitter.

All kidding aside, It will be over before ya know it. After its all done, go get an Omelet and hash browns. You will be clean as a whistle!

Best sleep you will ever have….

Think I'm gonna run to Lowe's, grab some shit for a project. This is so slow moving. I've walked to the can 3 times, I'm not done drinking the shit because if I drink anymore I'm gonna puke because I'm so full. I've had one cup in the last hour.

 

[bowtiejunkie]

I'm with Kaiser so if those cost more they won't give them

I'm with BlueCross BlueShield NC and ended up removing insurance and went with GoodRX price. This was for SupRep. Doesn't always work for better pricing but did in this case.

 

[DWC]

Think I'm gonna run to Lowe's, grab some shit for a project. This is so slow moving. I've walked to the can 3 times, I'm not done drinking the shit because if I drink anymore I'm gonna puke because I'm so full. I've had one cup in the last hour.

I wouldn’t be more than a quick sprint to the toilet until midnight after drinking that stuff.

 

[HNL2LHC]

Think I'm gonna run to Lowe's, grab some shit for a project. This is so slow moving. I've walked to the can 3 times, I'm not done drinking the shit because if I drink anymore I'm gonna puke because I'm so full. I've had one cup in the last hour.

This has the possibility to blow up more than the China Buffet thread…….

 

[4Waters]

This has the possibility to blow up more than the China Buffet thread…….

Why? Never had to run to the can, no urgency ever.

 

[Bear Down]

My damn colonoscopy is at effen noon today, been fasting since Wednesday night. I’ve thought of 10 different meals to have tonight. But sadly it’ll probably be eggs and mashed potatoes. But tomorrow is another story!

 

[4Waters]

My damn colonoscopy is at effen noon today, been fasting since Wednesday night. I’ve thought of 10 different meals to have tonight. But sadly it’ll probably be eggs and mashed potatoes. But tomorrow is another story!

Mine is at 9am

 

[HNL2LHC]

Why? Never had to run to the can, no urgency ever.

Interesting…..maybe your doc likes to forge through mud bogs.

 

[4Waters]

Interesting…..maybe your doc likes to forge through mud bogs.

Well, I did it 98% per the instructions, I had to slow down on drinking the mix until shit started moving an hour after I started drinking it or I was going to puke it back up. That's all I did different, I still drank what I needed to last night and finished it this morning. Never had to rush to the toilet and no I'm not totally clear but close.

As stated in here there are better preps out there and this is the one they want to use.

 

[havasujeeper]

It is a little inconvenience compared to what my sister dealt with when they found colon cancer.

RIP to my big sister!

 

[4Waters]

All done, endo didn't show anything relevant and colonoscopy had two very small pallups that she removed and sent off to pathology.

 

[stephenkatsea]

FWIW & somewhat a VIN. I found the liquid prep far preferable to those numerous friggin’ large pills/tablets. Dr provided me with a discount coupon for those pills. But the damned things still cost me over $50, insurance paid the major portion. And it all turned to shit anyway.

 

[rivrrts429]

All done, endo didn't show anything relevant and colonoscopy had two very small pallups that she removed and sent off to pathology.

That’s a good way to begin your weekend!

 

[4Waters]

That’s a good way to begin your weekend!

Sure is

 

[HNL2LHC]

All done, endo didn't show anything relevant and colonoscopy had two very small pallups that she removed and sent off to pathology.

Congrats with the good news. Now you go out and have a good lunch.

 

[DLC]

I try to schedule mine for 1st thing in the morning…..

makes it easy I don’t get hungry then afterwards go have a nice breakfast/ brunch somewhere

 

[oldboatsrule]

@4Waters How do you feel about being tattooed?



I found out 3 years after my 1st colonoscopy that they tattoo up inside your ass where they removed polyps. Makes it easier for the doc to find that spot next time .

 

[4Waters]

@4Waters How do you feel about being tattooed?



I found out 3 years after my 1st colonoscopy that they tattoo up inside your ass where they removed polyps. Makes it easier for the doc to find that spot next time .

I don't care, if it helps to keep me from getting cancer then it's all good.

 

[oldboatsrule]

I don't care, if it helps to keep me from getting cancer then it's all good.

Surprised me that they don't have you sign a waiver. And I now have something to heckle my doc about. The tat looks like a 1st grader drew an "x"

 

[Kachina26]

I got the finger up the ass the other day, seemed pretty easy, don't know why my GF is always complaining about it.

Are you using enough lube? Spit doesn’t count.

 

[4Waters]

Seriously, everyone needs to go get this done, if you have Kaiser and they tell you that you have to wait till 50 that's a lie. Kaiser starts at 40 with a family history of colon cancer and 45 without a history.

 

[boatnam2]

Are you using enough lube? Spit doesn’t count.

Good?, I know Dr did, I was wiping lube out of my ass rest of the day at work.

 

[gqchris]

Gents, Im glad to see everyone is going and getting checked. It seriously saves lives.

I had my follow up with My GI last week, he says my procedure done with the EMR at Hoag was the largest mass removed on record for his office by EMR. He says my surgeon is a miracle worker. Usually in my case it would have been full bowel removal and surgery.

I feel so lucky. Lets get the word spread still!

 

[Javajoe]

Ok, one more question…
I’m 57, just had my first colonoscopy and it went well, all good. Never had a Prostate exam. Wife would love to give me one but that’s another story lol. So, am I good since I got a Colonoscopy or is that checked only by the Midas Touch?

 

[JDKRXW]

Ok, one more question…
I’m 57, just had my first colonoscopy and it went well, all good. Never had a Prostate exam. Wife would love to give me one but that’s another story lol. So, am I good since I got a Colonoscopy or is that checked only by the Midas Touch?

Sorry pal; Midas Touch.

 

[4Waters]

Ok, one more question…
I’m 57, just had my first colonoscopy and it went well, all good. Never had a Prostate exam. Wife would love to give me one but that’s another story lol. So, am I good since I got a Colonoscopy or is that checked only by the Midas Touch?

Totally different, what I don't understand is why they can't do it at the same time

 

[FreeBird236]

Ok, one more question…
I’m 57, just had my first colonoscopy and it went well, all good. Never had a Prostate exam. Wife would love to give me one but that’s another story lol. So, am I good since I got a Colonoscopy or is that checked only by the Midas Touch?

Your doctor should give you a digital exam as well as a PSA blood test.

 

[Javajoe]

Totally different, what I don't understand is why they can't do it at the same time

Guess I could have asked. I will in 5 years when I get another one

 

[Javajoe]

Your doctor should give you a digital exam as well as a PSA blood test.

I did has a PSA Stool test so at least that was done. 2 out of 3 I guess

 

[Wolskis]

10 year anniversary is coming up. Next one scheduled March 14

 

[FreeBird236]

I did has a PSA Stool test so at least that was done. 2 out of 3 I guess

Sounds like that was something for colon cancer, not sure how that would relate to the prostate.

 

[Javajoe]

Sounds like that was something for colon cancer, not sure how that would relate to the prostate.

Yea I guess you’re right

 

[4Waters]

Sounds like that was something for colon cancer, not sure how that would relate to the prostate.

PSA levels are for prostate

 

[boatnam2]

Ok, one more question…
I’m 57, just had my first colonoscopy and it went well, all good. Never had a Prostate exam. Wife would love to give me one but that’s another story lol. So, am I good since I got a Colonoscopy or is that checked only by the Midas Touch?

One has nothing to with other, PSA is prostate, they will give you a stool test that just check for blood in stool which could indicate issue in colon. Im 61 and my PSA went up which can be normal but gets you the greasy finger for sure.

 

[Javajoe]

One has nothing to with other, PSA is prostate, they will give you a stool test that just check for blood in stool which could indicate issue in colon. Im 61 and my PSA went up which can be normal but gets you the greasy finger for sure.

Yea my stool test said Negative and PSA was 1.1. Up to 4 is in the green it shows

 

[boatnam2]

Yea my stool test said Negative and PSA was 1.1. Up to 4 is in the green it shows

Yep under 4 your golden or brown lol

 

[cofooter]

One has nothing to with other, PSA is prostate, they will give you a stool test that just check for blood in stool which could indicate issue in colon. Im 61 and my PSA went up which can be normal but gets you the greasy finger for sure.

Mine was up to just above normal in December so they scheduled a blood test in another month. That second test went down a bit and they said check back in in 6 mths. I was panicking with the first test. There is no cancer in my family that I know of. I did a lot of reading and there are a lot of day to day things that can affect your PSA readings besides Cancer and even if it is Cancer the odds are it won't impact you in your lifetime according to some studies. This article below really calmed my nerves. I have a friend that had the "minimally evasive" surgery and can't walk down the block anymore without peeing his pants and his sex life is zero......... that would be a last resort for me and good to know there is alternative thinking on this subject............

MSN

 

[boatnam2]

Mine was up to just above normal in December so they scheduled a blood test in another month. That second test went down a bit and they said check back in in 6 mths. I was panicking with the first test. There is no cancer in my family that I know of. I did a lot of reading and there are a lot of day to day things that can affect your PSA readings besides Cancer and even if it is Cancer the odds are it won't impact you in your lifetime according to some studies. This article below really calmed my nerves. I have a friend that had the "minimally evasive" surgery and can't walk down the block anymore without peeing his pants and his sex life is zero......... that would be a last resort for me and good to know there is alternative thinking on this subject............

MSN

Yea, I'm barely over and also getting another check in March but plan on going to next testing step unless it goes down which I don't see happening honestly.

 

[cofooter]

Yea, I'm barely over and also getting another check in March but plan on going to next testing step unless it goes down which I don't see happening honestly.

Good luck, positive thoughts!!!!!

 

[FreeBird236]

Yea my stool test said Negative and PSA was 1.1. Up to 4 is in the green it shows

1.1 is really good for PSA, sounds like you're doing everything right.

 

[Angler]

10 year anniversary is coming up. Next one scheduled March 14

My 10 year trip is next year.

 

[Angler]

I started at 5, couldn't start earlier as I had an appt at 4

Coors light is considered a clear liquid, keep that in mind next time.

 

[SCV2RVR]

A prostate biopsy is no joke. You will wish you were having a colonoscopy. Make sure your doctor keeps up on the PSA yearly to trend it.