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It describes the colonoscope, sample collection via biopsy, and common sensations such as cramping, bloating, and passing wind. 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The colon is sometimes also called the large intestine or large bowel. This procedure allows the Endoscopist to look inside your entire large intestine, from the lowest part, the rectum, all the way up through the colon to the appendix. The procedure is used to diagnose the causes of unexplained changes in bowel habits. It is also used to look for polyps and early signs of cancer in the colon and rectum.  \nDuring the procedure the Endoscopist uses a colonoscope which is a long flexible tube, about the thickness of your index finger, with a camera at the end. The colonoscope is passed through the anus and into the colon. It can then be gently inserted all the way round the colon as far as the appendix. Side channels allow the Endoscopist to take small samples of tissue (biopsy), this does not hurt as the lining of the colon does not have the same pain sensation as your skin. You may experience some cramping as air/CO2 is introduced through the scope and the scope is passed through twisty segments of the colon. The air is needed to permit the Endoscopist to advance the scope along the colon. This may also make you feel bloated, and may cause you to pass wind. This is normal and there is no need to be embarrassed as the staff will expect this to happen.  \nColonoscopy is usually done as an outpatient or day case. Before your procedure you will be asked to change into a hospital gown and to lie on your left side with your legs in a curled position. The procedure itself usually takes about 20-30 minutes. But, you should allow at least two to three hours for the whole appointment to prepare, give time for any sedative to work, for the colonoscopy itself, and to recover. Please note the appointment time you are given is the time you can expect to see the nurse for pre-assessment and not the time actual time of the procedure.  \nPreparing for the procedure  \nTo allow a clear view the whole large bowel must be completely empty of waste material; the main method for this is a liquid bowel preparation.  \nIt is essential that you drink the sachets of liquid bowel preparation sent to you by the hospital and drink plenty of fluid to clear the bowel. You will be provided with our information sheet on how to take the product which will vary depending on whether you have a morning or afternoon appointment. Please follow our guidelines very carefully.  \nWhilst taking the bowel preparation do not drink blackcurrant drink/Ribena or eat red jelly.  \nOccasionally following the bowel preparation you may experience abdominal pain or a Headache it is fine to take paracetamol or similar painkillers.  \nM~~It ~~e~~is~~d~~i~~ic~~m~~ine~~por~~aa~~nt~~nd~~y~~oM~~u~~e~~b~~~~i~~ica~~ng~~laC~~li~~o~~st~~nd~~of~~it~~y~~ions~~our~~current medication with you so that you can give it to the nurse on arrival. If you have a latex allergy please telephone the Unit for medical advice.  \nIron tablets  \nIf you are taking iron tablets please stop taking them for TWO WEEKS BEFORE the procedure. This is because iron coats the colon, making it difficult to see the lining.  \nWarfarin / Phenindione / Clopidogrel / Rivaroxaban/ Apixaban/ Dabigatran/ Prasugrel/ Ticagrelor (blood thinning medication)  \nIf you are taking any of the above, please inform the Gastroenterology Unit as soon as possible, as our doctors may decide that it is necessary for you to stop taking your tablets for a limited time before the procedure.  \nDiabetes  \nIf you suffer from insulin dependent diabetes, please inform the Gastroenterology Unit as soon as possible, as it may be necessary to change the time of your appointment or be admitted to hospital a day before your procedure for treatment. If your diabetes is managed by your GP please contact the surgery for advice. If under the care of Elsie Bertram Diabetes Centre, please contact your Diabetes spec","cbCaiojqWWgYIoOi","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiojqWWgYIoOi","pdf",97087,"English","# What is a colonoscopy?\n## How the procedure works\n## Day case appointment and timing\n# Preparing for the procedure\n## Liquid bowel preparation and diet restrictions\n## Managing medicines before colonoscopy\n# The procedure and sedation requirements\n## Escort and after-care restrictions","[{\"question\":\"What is a colonoscopy used to diagnose or check?\",\"answer\":\"Colonoscopy helps diagnose unexplained changes in bowel habits and is used to look for polyps and early signs of cancer in the colon and rectum.\"},{\"question\":\"How long does a day-case colonoscopy appointment take?\",\"answer\":\"The procedure usually takes about 20–30 minutes, but the full appointment typically requires at least 2–3 hours for preparation, recovery, and time for sedative effects.\"},{\"question\":\"How should the bowel be prepared before the procedure?\",\"answer\":\"The bowel must be completely empty of waste material, mainly using a liquid bowel preparation sachet regimen and plenty of fluid. 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