Why you shouldn't get a colonoscopy?
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The test can pose risks. Colonoscopy is a safe procedure. But occasionally it can cause heavy bleeding, tears in the colon, inflammation or infection of pouches in the colon known as diverticulitis, severe abdominal pain, and problems in people with heart or blood- vessel disease..
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Other foods to choose from: Skinless chicken, turkey, fish or seafood (limit it to 3 ounces at each meal), chicken noodle soup without vegetables (limit to 1 can), cooked/canned vegetables without seeds (limit to ½ cup at each meal and NO CORN), mustard (1 teaspoon per meal), mayonnaise (1 teaspoon per meal), pretzels ....
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DO NOT EAT ANY SOLID FOOD. You can still have smooth soups (e.g. tomato, vegetable Bouillon), jelly, ice cream, Ambrosia custard, Complan drinks, Bovril and Oxo drinks, and water, clear juices, fizzy drinks and tea..
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CT scans are the best alternative to colonoscopy to investigate bowel cancer. 'Virtual colonoscopy' using CT scans is more effective for investigating patients with possible bowel cancer than an X-ray test, says a new study.
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I have finished taking the bowel prep and haven't gone to the bathroom yet. What should I do? Bowel movements usually start within two to three hours after taking the prep, but can take longer. If you have not had a bowel movement within three hours of drinking your prep, you may need an extra laxative..
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Allowed foods are clear broth or bouillon, black coffee or tea, clear juice, clear soft drinks or sports drinks, Jell-O, and dairy-free popsicles. Opt for liquids that have calories, so you don't get too hungry. One CreakyJoints community member recommends bone broth, which contains calories and protein.
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