Posted by Sarah T. on February 26, 2005, at 22:57:25
Have any of you ever had a colonoscopy? I was thinking of discussing it with my doctor when I can get myself into his office. I've been plagued with constipation lately. I think it's probably due to a thyroid problem but I just want to rule out other problems. A friend of mine had a colonoscopy a year or so ago. She said that she felt exhausted for a week after the procedure because the preparation for the colonoscopy left her so depleted of electrolytes. I think she had to go on a clear liquid fast for at least 2 days, and then she had to drink all kinds of disgusting potions that made her have explosive bowel movements (sorry about that!). To add insult to injury, on the morning of the procedure, she had to use an enema, even though there wasn't anything left in her bowels. It sounds absolutely gruesome. If any of you have had a colonoscopy, how long did it take you to recover and regain your energy?
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