Some patients share funny stories about the embarassing moments during colonoscopy prep. Like accidentally making a mess while trying to get to the bathroom in time. But then they laugh about it later and say it was all part of the 'colonoscopy adventure'. Also, there are stories of patients who were so relaxed during the procedure (maybe because of the sedatives) that they started dreaming about strange things and when they woke up, their half - asleep babbling about those dreams was really funny.
A common one is that patients sometimes make jokes about how they feel like they're being invaded by a tiny submarine (referring to the colonoscopy instrument). It's a way to cope with the strange feeling of the procedure.
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Well, there was this one time when a doctor doing a colonoscopy accidentally made a little joke about the colon looking like a 'twisty tunnel'. The patient thought it was hilarious and they ended up having a really light - hearted conversation during the whole thing. It made the somewhat uncomfortable procedure a bit more bearable.
Sure. One funny story is that a patient was so nervous before the colonoscopy that he started making jokes non - stop to ease his tension. He told the doctor that he hoped they wouldn't find any 'alien' creatures in there. Another patient woke up from the anesthesia and thought he had just been on a wild roller - coaster ride instead of having a medical procedure.
There are several cartoons that play on the humorous side of colonoscopy. One might show a person nervously approaching the procedure with exaggerated expressions.
In first - time colonoscopy stories, the preparation phase is often talked about. This includes fasting for a certain period, usually starting the night before. People often complain about the taste of the laxative solutions they have to drink. During the actual colonoscopy, it's common to feel some degree of sedation if you choose that option. Some patients report seeing the screen and being curious about what the doctor is looking at. Post - procedure, it's normal to feel a bit tired and have some abdominal sensations as your body recovers. And of course, there's the sense of accomplishment or relief that you've completed this important health check.
I heard about a woman who during colonoscopy prep, accidentally spilled the prep liquid all over her kitchen counter. She was so flustered trying to clean it up while also worrying about getting the prep done on time. And then she realized she had some on her face from when she was trying to gulp it down quickly. It was quite the sight.
Sure. One of my friends once told me that during the colonoscopy prep, he had to stay close to the bathroom all day. He was so worried about not making it in time that he set up a little 'camp' right outside the bathroom door with a book and some snacks. Every few minutes he'd make a dash in. It was quite a comical sight, especially when his family walked by and saw his 'camp' setup.
One common horror story is the extreme nausea. People often have to drink a large amount of the prep solution which can make them feel really sick. Some even end up vomiting, which is not only unpleasant but also means they may not be properly prepped for the colonoscopy.
A friend of mine had a colonoscopy horror story. The doctor performing the colonoscopy was apparently in a rush. He was quite rough during the insertion of the scope, which caused my friend a great deal of pain. After the procedure, my friend also had a lot of discomfort and bleeding for a few days. It made him really reluctant to ever go through a colonoscopy again, even though it's an important screening test. This kind of experience can be really off - putting for patients, and it emphasizes the need for gentle and careful medical practice.
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