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bajamedic
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Diana, as a Paramedic and EMS Supervisor, I have an over whelming tendency to agree with your nurse relatives. JH
[Edited on 5-9-2010 by bajamedic]
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TMW
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I think it is normally done outside of a hospital for out patient services or maybe that's just the way it's done in Bakersfield. Here there are
clinics that specialize in doing it.
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greybaby
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I cannot imagine any health care professional advising someone NOT to get a screening colonoscopy. Colon cancer is so treatable if caught early. A
friend of mine who is a PA didn't have his done and now has a colostomy and faces an uncertain future. I have another friend who worked in the health
care field who died in her 50's because she didn't want to go through the procedure. Yes, it's a pain in the butt to go through and it's expensive
but well worth it. Now I'll sign off so people don't yell at me 
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Bajahowodd
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| Quote: | Originally posted by greybaby
I cannot imagine any health care professional advising someone NOT to get a screening colonoscopy. Colon cancer is so treatable if caught early. A
friend of mine who is a PA didn't have his done and now has a colostomy and faces an uncertain future. I have another friend who worked in the health
care field who died in her 50's because she didn't want to go through the procedure. Yes, it's a pain in the butt to go through and it's expensive
but well worth it. Now I'll sign off so people don't yell at me
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by TW
I think it is normally done outside of a hospital |
You mean they do it on the lawn or in the parking lot? That doesn't sound like fun at all. 
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Yes, it's a pain in the butt to go through and it's expensive but well worth it.
I had it done a couple of years ago, I watched the whole thing on the screen, no pain no trouble. I was intrigued by what I saw, plus I could second
guess the doctor, hey what was that you just passed? Back up i want to see it again. They removed a couple of small polyps, I was glad I had it done.
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TMW
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by TW
I think it is normally done outside of a hospital |
You mean they do it on the lawn or in the parking lot? That doesn't sound like fun at all. |
Mine was done in a Van with two Hooter nurses to assist, that's the Bako way. See what your missing Dennis.
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Just as a money comparison, I just had one in feb at Scripps clinic at la jolla, USA. $2500 US. Insurance covered it. I guess it costs alot to
properly clean the 5ft hose camera
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Just a clarification from a comment made.
It's not at all painful!!!!!
The worst part is drinking the fluid the day before.
If you're over 50 and have not had one, please go and do it. It does save lives!
Ken
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| Quote: | Originally posted by tripledigitken
Just a clarification from a comment made.
It's not at all painful!!!!!
The worst part is drinking the fluid the day before.
If you're over 50 and have not had one, please go and do it. It does save lives!
Ken |
Yes, the day before is not a fun day, but as far as the procedure goes, it was over before I knew they started----
absolutely nothing like the anticipation.
That is why I am curious why someone would refuse to have it done----why?
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Dave
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If available...
| Quote: | Originally posted by DianaT
Yes, the day before is not a fun day, but as far as the procedure goes, it was over before I knew they started----
absolutely nothing like the anticipation.
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Always opt for the deluxe package...
General anesthetic.
Did I mention they gave me a video of the procedure? I like to play it at parties. Late...When it's time for everyone to go home 
Funny, but it takes people a while to figure out what's playing.
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oladulce
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| Quote: | Originally posted by rhintransit
I wouldn't have it done in Baja. of course I'm one of those ex-nurses who decline to have it done in the USA, too. |
I've only been retired a few months and I'm not sure I'll ever feel like an ex-nurse . If anything, 30 yrs of exposure to patients who had something
discovered early and were able to be treated, as well as knowing those who succumbed because they did not, will always be a motivator. Even for
something as procrastinateable as a colonoscopy.
Even with our hefty insurance deductibles , BigWooo and I will return NOB for the studies because I'm finicky about who and where we go for medical
care- especially elective procedures. It could be Mexico or Iowa, I don't know about the quality of care in either place and wouldn't feel
comfortable having an invasive procedure if I had a choice.
Questions I'd ask before choosing a colonoscopy facility:
1. Obviously you want a skilled, experienced doctor
2. Sedation- Will there be an anesthesiologist or nurse monitoring me during the procedure? In my experience, a very large dose of a medication called
Versed is given for it's sedative and amnesic effects. Sometimes it doesn't knock you out all the way, but you don't care what they do to you and you
don't remember the unpleasant parts of the procedure. But it's a much larger dose than usual and I want to be sure that someone is watching my
airway/breathing because the GI doctor will be busy at the other end of the table.
3. Resuscitation equipment available? Hey, hope for the best and plan for the worst.
4. Pathologist? Not that i've ever interviewed a pathologist prior to a biopsy, but he/she is an integral part of the process if something suspicious
is found. If you pick a good GI doc, they won't send their specimens to a pathologist they don't trust. I don't know anything about the training
requirements for a Pathologist in Mexico which is another reason why I doubt I'll ever have a biopsy performed here. I've lived thru cancer once and
don't want to push my luck.
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Bob and Susan
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the thing about "MY Guy" is you can "butcher" and
fire him if you are dissatisfied
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Dave
| Quote: | Originally posted by DianaT
Yes, the day before is not a fun day, but as far as the procedure goes, it was over before I knew they started----
absolutely nothing like the anticipation.
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Always opt for the deluxe package...
General anesthetic.
Did I mention they gave me a video of the procedure? I like to play it at parties. Late...When it's time for everyone to go home
Funny, but it takes people a while to figure out what's playing. |
You're the winner so far.
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BajaDanD
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colonoscopy in color
Ridgid Mini-SeeSnake Plus Color Camera - 200 Ft. Reel
How long is a colon???
http://www.ohiopowertool.com/p-1138-ridgid-mini-seesnake-plu...
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greybaby
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Everyone is correct - the day before is the pits to say the least, but the actual procedure is nothing - especially since you remember almost none of
it. But for that very reason, make sure it is done by someone reputable that you trust. From the anesthetist to the gastroenterologist, to the
pathogist - and the facility where it is being done. All important players.
Good luck.
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