Colonoscopy & Endoscopy today. I'm nervous....
@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
Perth, Australia
April 10, 2024 8:45pm CST
I'm sorry I'm still quite behind here. I will catch up as soon as I can.
Besides not being here for such a long time, this month has been really busy and stressful with tests. Not long ago I had the scary MRI and now today it's both a Colonoscopy and Endoscopy. I've never had either of these before and I'm nervous.
As of right now I only have 20 more minutes left until I can drink anymore water and then I have to stop. I'm hoping there's enough fluids in my body to replace "what I've lost" if you get what I mean. (have to be "cleared out" before colonoscopy.)
I have a big headache and have done since yesterday. I just want this all over with not only because I'm scared but because I want to eat and hopefully that will help my headache and nausea.
Appointment is at 12:30pm so it's not that far away. 
Has anyone ever had a colonoscopy and / or endoscopy before?
Has anyone ever had a colonoscopy and / or endoscopy before?
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@FourWalls (67990)
• United States
11 Apr
I’ve had them both at the same time. I joked for the doctor to do the endoscopy first in case he got the tubes confused. 
The worst thing about a colonoscopy is the prep. You sleep through the actual procedure.
I pray everything went well and they found nothing!
The worst thing about a colonoscopy is the prep. You sleep through the actual procedure.
I pray everything went well and they found nothing!8 people like this
@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
11 Apr
@FourWalls Thank you so much for your comment. I'm happy to finally hear from someone who has had both done at the same time. I recently listened to someone who only had Colonoscopy and she was kind enough to reassure me it will all be ok. But I'm sure nervous about everything.
I made the same joke too about not switching the tubes around by mistake. 
Thank you very much.
Thank you very much. 5 people like this
@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@LadyDuck Thank you for the comment Anna. It all went well. 
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@kaylachan (69651)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
11 Apr
I know what's involved. I've done the research. My husband has refused them. They'll knock you out, just like with surgury, which is why the empty stomach. They'll check you over to ensure you're fit for the test. Just breathe, it'll be okay.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
11 Apr
@kaylachan Thank you. I appreciate everything you just said but especially the "it'll be okay."
That's what I think I need to hear the most right now. Just, thank you!
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@FourWalls (67990)
• United States
11 Apr
An endoscopy (EGD, upper endoscopy) is a tube put down the throat to look at the esophagus and upper GI tract. You sleep through it, just like the colonoscopy. The worst thing about a colonoscopy is the prep. Make sure you have one at 50, because one day of misery is much better than dealing with cancer.
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@dya80dya (36657)
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11 Apr
@FourWalls Here they do endoscopy without anesthesia. I saw how it's done and it was torture for people.
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@sallypup (61088)
• Centralia, Washington
24 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 My husband is not having the issues he did have. Thanks.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
24 Apr
@sallypup aww thank you! I've had some good support. Some people I have been quite disappointed in if I'm real honest. Just don't seem like true friends especially during things like this.
I do hope your husband found answers and is doing better now!
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
24 Apr
@sallypup That is great! And no worries.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@JudyEv Thank you so very much. It all went well. Prep sure was interesting.
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@snowy22315 (180674)
• United States
11 Apr
Yes, to the colon one. Not alot of fun, you will be OK though I am sure.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
29 Apr
@May2k8 I hope the results for your mum was alright!
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@RebeccasFarm (89882)
• Arvada, Colorado
11 Apr
Oh crikey Dani..you are having quite a time of it love xo
I never had either.
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@RebeccasFarm (89882)
• Arvada, Colorado
13 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 My son does too right now..terrible stuff going on health wise.
My son does too right now..terrible stuff going on health wise.1 person likes this
@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
24 Apr
@RebeccasFarm I am so sorry. I remember you saying not all that long ago he was dealing with a lot.
Sending much love and best wishes to your son and to yourself.
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@TheHorse (218789)
• Walnut Creek, California
14 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 The results were in my favor. The world will have to deal with me for awhile.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
16 Apr
@TheHorse That is great news, I'm glad! Or maybe you have to deal with the world for awhile instead? 
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@TheHorse I don't know that one. Is that kinda like an Ultrasound? I hope you're ok!
And thank you kindly.
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@TheHorse (218789)
• Walnut Creek, California
24 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 Oh, I would find that invasive. I survived Monday's root canal, and am back "in the trenches." I hope your results are all good
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
28 Apr
@TheHorse I'm so glad all went well with your root canal. And thank you kindly.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
24 Apr
@TheHorse It's the one where the scope goes down your throat to check your stomach etc.
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@just4him (317041)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
13 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 Yes, it is. I look forward to my next one next year. I wish I didn't need another one ever again. But such is not my lot in life.
You're welcome.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@just4him Yes the Prep was quite an experience. 
Thank you very kindly.
Thank you very kindly.1 person likes this
@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
15 Apr
@just4him Though it's quite some time away, I'm still wishing you all the very best for your next one.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@thelme55 I'm sorry you were scared too. I hope your results were good!
Thank you very kindly Thelma.
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@2ndchances24 (8927)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
11 Apr
I've had the colonoscopy, but not the other 1 unless they did it
while I was in the hosp, I'm like you I hate them things too
but I'm SURE glad when it's over, hope all goes well & gets
all done, I have to have a bone density test sometime next week.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@2ndchances24 Thank you very kindly. It's all done and out the way thank goodness. I hope your test went well too!
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@2ndchances24 (8927)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
13 Apr
@VivaLaDani13 It won't be till Wednesday
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@Juliaacv (51190)
• Canada
11 Apr
I had both of them done.
My appointment was really early in the morning, and we were there much earlier than we needed to be, but I was like you and just wanted it over with.
The patient ahead of me came in late, and the staff was already concerned about their late arrival and not having time to get her prepped and into the OR on time.
When they questioned her as to when she ate last, and she said just within the hour, they quickly came to me and said that I was getting moved up into her spot as I was ready and willing.
I was so happy when it was over, and starved. My hubs stopped to get me something to eat on our way home, of course the coffee that he picked up for me was the best part of it all, that and being done the test.
I hope that you feel better now.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@Juliaacv Oh goodness. Within the hour! 
I am glad they quickly came to you to let you know you were next. Not that it takes long but as you said, you were ready to get it over and done with and hungry! So soon the better!
Thank you. Still getting there. Something still doesn't feel right with my body but I think it's all coming together finally. Hopefully. Thank you.
I am glad they quickly came to you to let you know you were next. Not that it takes long but as you said, you were ready to get it over and done with and hungry! So soon the better!
Thank you. Still getting there. Something still doesn't feel right with my body but I think it's all coming together finally. Hopefully. Thank you. 1 person likes this
@RasmaSandra (79833)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
12 Apr
Don't worry about catching up we will still all be here, I wish you the very best of luck and I hope the results are good, I will put you in my prayers,
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@RasmaSandra You're so sweet, thank you so very much!
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@Shiva49 Yes it all went well. Thank you very kindly Shiva.
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@VivaLaDani13 (60794)
• Perth, Australia
13 Apr
@dya80dya I'm sorry no one is giving you what you're wanting and that you're having issues. I hope the reasons for it is found soon! 
