Anybody ever had this procedure before?

I had it done a year ago. I was going to get it without anesthesia so I could watch the images from the scope, but the nurses convinced me that I'd do better with Demerol. I didn't think I was really asleep, but I must have been because it seemed like I was just talking to them, and then they told me they were finished. The whole thing was over in less than 1/2 hour, including wearing off the effects of the Demerol. The doctor did find some polyps, but he removed them, and I didn't feel a thing. They advised me to rest for the remainder of the day, but instead I went out for lunch with my daughter, who had taken the day off work so she could drive me to my appointment. I was not able to eat much, but I didn't feel very bad. For the preparation the day before, I opted for the pills that I had to take, I think it was 4 every hour with a lot of water, and no solid food, but clear liquids. That was the worst part, like everyone I know who had one had told me. So, don't be afraid, it's not so bad, just a little uncomfortable because of the preparation.

I haven't had one done, but my father and head coach have both told me about their experiences. My father said it was uncomfortable but not bad. My head coach actually says he enjoys them. It is kinda scarry, i know. He has had 3 or 4 in his lifetime. Imagine the laugh he got when he told our team that. Anyways, the personal experiences I have heard about didn't sound too bad. Maybe they will just give you some good medicine and you won't have to worry about it. Good luck!

My cousin's husband just had one and they put him to sleep for it. I don't know if they normally do or not. I would hope so. I was suppose to go for one a few years ago but my husband quit his job and I lost my insurance.

Hi, Yes I have had this done about eight years ago and the result was all was fine. I wasn't asleep though but other than feeling uncomfortable it doesn't hurt either, it is more the embarrassment of what is being done really. I am sure all will be fine, relax is the only advice I can give really. Ellie :D

I haven't, but I know those that have and they say you're pumped up with some pretty good meds so you don't really care what they're doing to you!

I'm glad you asked that question, I am soon to be 50 and I will need to have that done. The only thing that has worried me is having to drink that stuff, and so much of it. I saw where someone commented that they were able to take a pill. Maybe I'll be able to do that too.

I have never had it done, but my mom has had several of them done. I take her when she has to have it done. Its over real quick. She has always said the prep before the test was always worse then the test. You can't eat and you have to take medicine to clean you out. They do give you medicine to relax you and some people it knocks them out. Good luck and I hope the test comes out ok.

I have and they did put me to sleep. It was just enough to make me sleep through it. Good luck.

Actually, I need to get one scheduled this year and was interested in what everyone has to say about this procedure. Doesn't sound so bad does it. It's one of those procedures that we really need to overlook our embarrassment and just get it done. I've been putting it off.

My mom just had one done last week. She said it was not really that bad. They knocked her out though. The worst part for her was drinking 64 ounces of Gatorade with a 2 week supply of Miralax in it in 4 hours the night before the procedure.

I'm due for one but I haven't had one yet...

I have had several. Follow your doctor's instructions. Someone will need to drive you home and you will not be able to drive 24hrs

i never had this before. good luck to you!

I took my mom for hers and they gave her valum, she said it wasn't comfortable but tolerable. I can honestly say that I am not looking forward to it, but with family history I will be going when it's time to. Good luck I hope it isn't that bad for you!

I have heard that the fear you feel before the procedure is much worse than the actual procedure. They will given you some kind of anesthesia, I had an air contrast double column barium enema and that was not pleasant as you do not get any kind of anesthesia.