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The good, the bad and the bathroom: what to do before and after its colonoscopy
Colonoscopy and recovery are usually easy. The day before? Prepare for a memorable night in the bathroom.
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The week before your colonoscopy
Collect your preparation. You will take it the night before your colonoscopy to empty the colon completely.
The preparation comes in the form of a tablet, liquid or dust. Each brand works differently, so read the instructions carefully.
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While it is out, collect some supplies to supply the bathroom:
In addition, place soft foods and liquids clear in the list of groceries:
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Gelatin
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Sports drinks
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Broth
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Lemon or Lima Palets
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3-5 days before your colonoscopy
Change to a low fiber diet.
Stop eating:
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Raw fruit
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Dry fruit
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Whole grains
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Vegetables
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Nuts and seeds
This is to ensure that the entire colon is visible during scan.
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The day before
Start a clear liquid diet:
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Broth
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Coffee or tea without milk or cream
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Lemon or Lima and Palets Jelly
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Clear sodas or sports drinks
Avoid red, orange, blue or purple food dye, which may resemble blood in the colon.
If you are constipated today, let your doctor be able to prescribe a laxative.
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It’s time to pass!
Clean your night calendar and start taking your preparation medications several hours before bedtime to make sure you sleep. You will drink a lot of water and camping in the bathroom. Have your comfort supplies prepared, along with a good book or magazine.
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Professional tips:
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If you have a liquid preparation, drink cold and through a straw.
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After drinking it, sucks a mint or a slice of lemon.
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Stay hydrated: sports drinks or electrolytes can help.
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Stay motivated and continue: if your colon is not empty, you may have to do it again.
Your goal: one and voila!
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Colonoscopy day
The difficult part is behind you. In the hospital or clinic, see an IV beam and take a nap under anesthesia.
Most people feel good after they wake up, but some experience some gas or swelling. You will get your results before leaving.
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Be sure to organize someone to bring it home.
Take it calmly for the rest of the day while recovering from anesthesia. You can eat again, without restrictions. Enjoy, but start slowly.
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Congratulations on prioritizing your health! That was not so bad, right?
With a clear scan and few risk factors, you may not need to do this again for several years.
This educational resource was created with the support of Daiichi Sankyo.
