Colonoscopy Information - Layman's Terms

lump on anus
bottom red sore
sore bottom
blood on toilet paper
abdominal cramps
itchy anus
abdomen pain
pain in lower left abdomen
lower left abdomen pain
lower abdomen pain

With all these symptoms a colonoscopy may be necessary.
With some of these symptoms an Endoscopy may be neccesary.

Colonoscopy and Sigmoidoscopy are the most important investigative procedures of the bowel.

Colonoscopy is a safe procedure. Complications are rare. Going home after the procedure could be hazardous.. After the sedation usually necessary for a colonoscopy a patient must not drive or perform complex tasks such as crossing a busy road. The patient should be driven home and should stay there until the next day.

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