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Colonoscopy Treatment
Relevant information about Colonoscopy Treatment.
- What does the treatment consist on
The colonoscopy is a procedure that allows a doctor (in the majority of the cases a gastroenterologist) to look inside the colon in order to evaluate the organ. The procedure will be performed using a colonoscope, which is a flexible tube that has the thickness of a finger, and that has a small camera in its tip. The tip of the instrument is inserted into the anus and then is moved into the rectum and through the colon.
- Which problem does the treatment solve
A colonoscopy can be performed for a number of reasons; some of them can be blood in the stool, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and a change in the normal habit of the bowel. Some patients may need to have regular colonoscopies because of their clinical history; like patients who have had polyps or colon cancer or specific patients that have a family history of non-colonic cancer or colonic problems. The number of times that a patient has to undergo colonoscopy will depend on the results shown in previous colonoscopies; if the patient is healthy it is probable that the doctor will not indicate further colonoscopies.
- How is the treatment performed
The colon has to be free of solid foods for the test. The doctor will indicate the patient to follow a previous three-day diet of soft foods. Some of these foods can be, chicken, lemonade, apple juice, sport drinks and water. It is important for the patient to be well hydrated. The previous day before the procedure, the patient will have a special laxative preparation prepared with specific components. The patient should stay home the day previous the procedure as it is important to have a near bathroom and facilities for his/her personal hygiene. Ten days before the procedure, the patient will have to avoid taking aspirin or ibuprofen; these medicines are not recommended in any operation. The doctor will make a blood test before the procedure. The doctor will use a special tube that will blow air inside the patient´s body, to inflate and separate the organs so the gastroenterologist obtains a better view. The use of anesthesia will depend on the professionals; some doctors consider that it is essential to give general anesthesia while others prefer using local anesthesia. Once the anesthesia has made effect, the doctor will introduce the long tube inside the patient´s mouth. It will go through the esophagus and then he will arrive to the colon. The doctor will have a special monitor that will reproduce the entire procedure. When the doctor finds the colon, he will determinate and investigate if there exists any complication or injury in the organ.
- Treatment lenght: The process is very short; it is estimated to last half an hour. Depending on the professional, the surgery will be performed under general or local anesthesia. It is highly probable that before the operation, the patient will have to go through a few examinations of body temperature and blood pressure. Most professionals ask the patient to have a blood test that will determinate specific amounts of diverse substances in the patient´s body.
- How is the post treatment process
After the treatment, the patient will not feel any pain. Once the procedure has finished, it is probable that the patient will rest for a few hours; after this period of time, the patient will be able to leave the clinic or hospital. If he/she feels any unusual pain or an uncomfortable sensation after the procedure, he/she should notify about this situation to the doctor. The patient will be able to resume his/her normal activities the following day of the procedure. It is probable that the doctor will give a special diet that must be followed during a week after the procedure. The diet will be based in low fiber foods and in soft foods such as liquids and chicken or fish.
There exists a low rate of complications in a colonoscopy. Bleeding is possible to occur, especially in cases of removal of polyps. Other possible complication could be a perforation in the colonic wall, which is very unusual to happen and does not require surgery. Among other complications we can find adverse reactions to the anesthesia or sedative medicines, this could generate an irritation of the veins. It is important that if the patient feels abdominal pain, rectal bleeding or has fever, he/she should notify about the situation to the gastroenterologist or the professional who performed the procedure. Colonoscopy has been recognized as the best method for detecting and diagnosing disorders related to the colon. There are other techniques that imitate colonoscopy but there are not as effective at this type of medical procedure.
- What does the treatment do
The treatment will help the professional to determine if the patient is suffering a specific colon disease or disorder. The colonoscopy is very useful for gastroenterologist because it guarantees an efficient result. This type of procedure is essential for diagnosing precise disease or disorders located in the colon. Patients who undergo a colonoscopy must be sure that it is one of the best, modern and effective procedures for detecting precise diseases. It is important to know that if a doctor knows the exact problem that is affecting the patient´s health, he/she will find the solution to this disorder quicker.
- What does the treatment not do
The procedure will not remove any organ of the patient. A colonoscopy is used for detecting and diagnosing diseases or disorders in the colon, as well it is used as a control method for checking if it exists a right function of this organ. Doctors, who perform colonoscopies, are well trained and know how to develop during the procedure; the patient will not have to feel unsure of the result of the procedure because it does not present risky complications.
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