[Heartnsoul]

went to check on my neighbor yesterday as she was doing prep. And while I was there she was vomiting all over. Felt so bad for her. You think they would come up with an easier way by now. The prep is just awful.

[Bobcuse]

Originally Posted by DaleMN

I've had the procedure twice. The second time the prep was a couple Ducolax then Miralax mixed in Gatorade. Much more tolerable than whatever I had to do the first time.

The above prep was the same I had in 2012 which was my 3rd colonoscopy. The previous preps were atrocious and I almost vomited more than once. There is no need for those older preps according to my gastro doc and the procedure went very well. Dr Thomas was my gastro guy and he was great!.

[Heartnsoul]

she was drinking the magnesium drink plus taking miralax and then the pills called Dulcolax?? anyone try this and experience same thing??

[mfp509]

I had the same prep as DaleMN and it was easy - Ducolax and Miralax in Gatorade. I know I won't do it any other way.

[kittygilchrist]

haha! this thread tickles me..misery loves miserable company!
It's good to clean the system out, but it's totally not fun.

[Susan G]

Best way to do it is get Golytle liquid very cold (put your glass in freezer before you pour each dose). Step two HOLD YOUR NOSE until you drink it all, then let go of your nose...you only taste it once so much easier. I have this procedure every 5 yrs due to family history and this way works. Good luck!

[billethkid]

what ever "it" is that is being referred to, just block off your nasal passage as you drink.....and stop thinkinking about how bad it is.....the mind is the biggest element at play.

There are alternate preps available but you have to ask about them. The doctors and nurses are insensitive (not a negative comment but a statement of working fact) and routinely assign the "usual" regimen.

btk

[Heartnsoul]

Just went to check on neighbor and she doesn't even have procedure till 12 noon. She is starving!! That's a long time to wait without eating.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

Yes, it's the dreaded "Ring of Fire'

[rirlam]

I also endure the procedure every 4 to 5 years due to family history. So far haven't had too much of a problem. I make sure I get an early morning appointment!

[sueandskip]

Originally Posted by KatieDidNot

Absolutely! It was awful, but I got enough down and was able to get through the procedure. The second time I had one they put me on a three day clear liquid diet and I only took the pills, so there are options.

Katie

THE PILLS !

[2BNTV]

No, i had it done twice and did not experience vomiting with the prep. The prep is the worst. the first time I was instructed to take fleet enema. That certainly performed well but a little harsh on the system.

The second was a rush job as I worked until midnight and started with Miralax. Lets just say it left a lot to be desired. I stayed awake all night to do this and fell asleep during the procedure. They had to wake me to go home.

The procedure is nothing compared to the prep.

[msendo]

Originally Posted by billethkid

what ever "it" is that is being referred to, just block off your nasal passage as you drink.....and stop thinkinking about how bad it is.....the mind is the biggest element at play.

There are alternate preps available but you have to ask about them. The doctors and nurses are insensitive (not a negative comment but a statement of working fact) and routinely assign the "usual" regimen.

btk

I work in the an endoscopy department in a hospital (no offense taken to doctors and nurses being insensitive). Someone , for sure would be a rich person if they ever devised a delicious prep. We, too, have to follow the same regiment of fasting and drinking all the same stuff when we go for our colonoscopies. Some preps taste better than others, such as the powdered one that takes on the taste of the liquid that you mix it. IMO, I don't think that it does the job as well as other preps for every one. There are patients that vomit right away, and have the good sense to notify their doctor's office. The doctor will then sometimes prescribe something else
for that procedure, or for another one down the line. Unfortunately, a patient may vomit because of consuming the large amounts of liquid, along with the prep, which causes bloating. Some patients come in with a ravenous appetite, and others get over their hunger. Some may
be fine for one procedure and then vomit when they return, a few years later. Their prep may
work immediately the first time, and then may not be cleaned out the next, even though they did the exact same thing. Sometimes one is told to take "that whole gallon," from the dark ages, with a reason that they may have a history of heart problems, and it is better for them to maintain their electrolytes.

There are different types of sedation that some are talking about. Deep sedation is the one when you totally go to sleep. This seems to vary in different parts of the country. It's been
more common for about ten years in the northeast. Moderate sedation (sometimes is referred to as conscious sedation), where you may doze, possibly be awake-and still not remember.
I did my colonoscopy without anything, not because I am a martyr, but because they wanted to reschedule me, due to the lack of availability of the anesthesiologist in the office, that afternoon
and I'll be damned if I was gonna have to repeat that prep!

Whatever you do folks, take the entire amount of the prep, even if you think that you are already "cleaned out." There is a less if a chance missing a polyp, if there is one present. I don't want to sound like a know it all, but I see this every day. It breaks my heart(and the doctors) to find a cancer because of waiting too long to have a colonoscopy, or even someone not wanting to return, because they had a poor prep and refused to repeat it, only to find something years later when it didn't have to happen.

[mainlander]

I know this is essentially about the "prep" but if I could just take a sec. to underline the advisability of seeing your Doc., if you have not had the procedure. It is not as bad as it sounds, yet it is a tremendous relief to have one and know the results. I hope this thread can convince a few to go and talk to their Doc.,, thanks.

[jazzy48]

Yesterday I went through the prep for the second time in 18 months. When I did it 18 months ago, I got really sick, but not until I was cleaned out, so I didn't lose enough of the prep to matter. I also had the chills something awful. Colonoscopy was a breeze, but did have a couple polyps removed.

Last month I had a fecal occult test come back positive, and it was recommended I have another colonoscopy, because of the previous polyps. I used the exact same prep - adding one 14-dose Miralax into 1/2 gallon of whatever clear liquid I wanted (I used lemonade mix) and taking some Ducolax. This time, I spent most of the night feeling very nauseous, but never got sick. Almost wish I would have. Doctor decided to do "double header," colonoscopy and EGD.

I'm already dreading when I have to do the prep in another 5 years, but as I remember a dear friend that died of colon cancer, because it went undetected too long, I'll drink the stuff, spend the night in the bathroom, and get sick if necessary. The peace of mind is so worth it.