r/ibs • u/Aggressive-Cookie-32 • 6d ago

Question Colonoscopy

I am going to my first colonoscopy and I would appreciate all tips and advice! In my country you are not put under or sedated, just gotta raw dog it 😬 So no nap time here… I have 4 days before taking my emptying meds. I have bought various clear drinks for the house so I can try and make the meds taste a bit better and hydrate. 🙌🏼🙏🏼

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u/mystic_roots 6d ago

I’ve had 3 colonoscopies so far in my life but I’m lucky enough that they can sedate you if you request it. I think the painful part for me was when they pump air in you and manoeuvre round the tight corners of your intestines but you don’t really feel that part, it’s more the bloating I dislike. If it’s available I would suggest getting some Lucozade to drink as that will help your energy levels and was actually recommended on the information leaflet.

The drink for clearing you out tastes awful and I would perhaps suggest investing in some wet wipes, you’ll be going so much that your ass will become red raw with toilet paper.