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During a colonoscopy, tissue samples can be collected and polyps can be removed.  \nBe Prepared  \nYour colonoscopy may be cancelled or need to be repeated if all the instructions provided to you are not followed.  \nIn particular, the success of the colonoscopy procedure depends on how clean your colon is. In order to clean your colon, you must take bowel preparation medication. There are different types of bowel preparation medications available. A health care team in your community will take into account your family health history in determining the best one for you.  \nYou will not need a prescription for this medication, but it is a good idea to phone and make sure your pharmacy has it in stock at least a week before your procedure.  \nYou will also have to make some changes to your diet starting seven days before your colonoscopy procedure.  \nClear Fluid Diet  \nIt is very important that you not only take in a lot of fluids, but a variety of fluids. You need to replace electrolytes that are not found in water. Avoid fluids that contain red or purple food colouring.  \n Water  \n Clear soup  \n Juice (no pulp)  \nPop  \nSports drink  \n Jello  \n Tea*  \n Coffee*  \n Popsicle  \n*no milk or creamers  \nPre-Colonoscopy Checklist  \n7 days before  \n􀂉 Buy bowel preparation medication from your local pharmacy or drug store.  \n􀂉 Stop taking iron supplements.  \nNOTES:    \n5 days before  \n􀂉 Avoid seeds, nuts, corn, whole grain bread and granola.  \nNOTES:    \n1 day before  \n􀂉 Restrict diet to variety of clear fluids only. Avoid alcohol.  \n􀂉 Take your bowel preparation medication.  \nNOTES:    \nDay of procedure  \n􀂉 Arrive on time with BC Care/Services Card and photo identification.  \n􀂉 Leave your valuables at home.  \n􀂉 Do not wear scented products.  \n􀂉 Have an adult with you who can escort you home from your colonoscopy and stay with you.  \nNOTES:    \nAbout Bowel Preparation  \nBowel preparation medication triggers bowel clearing diarrhea. Instructions will be tailored to your needs and timing of your colonoscopy. The medication stops the large bowel from absorbing water. A person can lose three to four litres of fluid a day, so it is very important to drink lots of fluid the day prior to your colonoscopy to stay hydrated. Dehydration isnot pleasant and can cause weakness, dizziness, headache and fatigue.  \nThe medication will start working in one to three hours for most people. If you have a sensitive system it could work much sooner. Make sure you do not leave your home once you have taken the medication! The medication also makes your bowel very active, so your stool will be more acidic. Your bottom may get sore. Consider using baby wipes instead of toilet paper, having a few shallow baths and applying Vaseline or zinc ointment.  \nImportant notes about bowel preparation:  \n􀁸 Drinking only water can cause an issue with the blood salt levels which can lead to heart problems or seizures.  \n􀁸 Please check yourself for possible side effects including nausea, vomiting, abdominal bloating and lightheadedness.  \n􀁸 Get medical attention if you experience ongoing vomiting, severe stomach pain, bloody bowel movements, chest pain and/or fainting.  \n􀁸 Please be prepared! Your colonoscopy may be cancelled or need to be repeated if all the instructions provided to you are not followed.  \nContact Us  \nBC Cancer Colon Screening  \n801-686 West Broadway Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G1  \nPhone: 1-877-702-6566  \nEmail: screening@bccancer.bc.ca  \n[Web:](Web: www.screeningbc.ca/colon)[ ](Web: www.screeningbc.ca/colon)[www.screeningbc.ca/colon](Web: www.screeningbc.ca/colo","cbCaikjiZYNH6F6y","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikjiZYNH6F6y","pdf",494875,"English","# Preparing for Your Colonoscopy\n## What is a Colonoscopy?\n## Be Prepared\n## Clear Fluid Diet\n## Pre-Colonoscopy Checklist\n## About Bowel Preparation\n## Contact Us","[{\"question\":\"What is a colonoscopy and what can be done during the procedure?\",\"answer\":\"A colonoscopy lets a specialist view the inside lining of the rectum and colon using a colonoscope. 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