Don't be to proud....

[MACPAC]

Good thread. Had mine recently, clean as a whistle! And not really a big deal.

Only a moron avoids this.

Good man. The relief after having the test is worth having the test.

[Apache 51]

I'm 34 soon to be father of 2, and has polypes removed once already. I have a digestive disease and only got noticed during a colonoscopy about 4 years ago. So even a healthy 30 yr old could only benefit from this. It's no joke. Easy test, they sedate you, and you blow farts for an hour straight. No pain whatsoever.

And don't forget they dope you up before they knock you out.

[quantum]

My Doctor told me that the majority of his patients who turn out to have cancer report with either their bowels moving to slowly

what does this mean exactly? A long time to take a dump?

[Fishooked]

what does this mean exactly? A long time to take a dump?

Meaning not being regular and having sporadic dumps; such as going every couple of days or so. Ideally one should be able to know when their dumps aka 'the crap window'

[Fishooked]

Is this true? I thought it was just "exploratory" to see if there is bad news. IS the bowell actually cleansed during the process?

No, you need to 'clean it out' before you go. Meaning they will prescribe something for you to take and once you start, do not make any plans. Stock up on TP. Get that pile of magazines ready. Charge your phone.

[thebigragu]

How's your new Muslim religion working for you?

Is that what I am? Nation of Islam told me nothing about this Muslim thing.
I just thought I could change my name to X and jumped right on the wagon

[Apache 51]

Is that what I am? Nation of Islam told me nothing about this Muslim thing.
I just thought I could change my name to X and jumped right on the wagon

Was it loaded with both explosives, and virgins?

[LIDeadHead]

And don't forget they dope you up before they knock you out.

That alone is worth the visit.

[southparkcpa]

I have been told by my physician to do it at 50. My PSA's always come back fine etc....

Are you guys saying that 40 is the age?????

I am seeing my doc next week perhaps I'll speed it up a couple of years?

If FF2 can take it...must be a snap.

[JStokes]

I have been told by my physician to do it at 50. My PSA's always come back fine etc....Are you guys saying that 40 is the age?????

I am seeing my doc next week perhaps I'll speed it up a couple of years?

If FF2 can take it...must be a snap.

Two different tests, dude.

PSA is for the prostate. If they are doing a colonoscopy to check your prostate, I'd get a new doctor.

You'll probably come like a wildcat, though.





Credit to Robert Schimmel for that one.

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[southparkcpa]

Two different tests, dude.

PSA is for the prostate. If they are doing a colonoscopy to check your prostate, I'd get a new doctor.

You'll probably come like a wildcat, though.





Credit to Robert Schimmel for that one.

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That much I know...PSA annually since I was 40. I have NOT had a colonoscopy as My doc sees no need for men under 50 with full healthy signs and no history like me.

But sounds like some guys here do it at under 50.

[Dirtstar]

Two different tests, dude.

PSA is for the prostate. If they are doing a colonoscopy to check your prostate, I'd get a new doctor.

You'll probably come like a wildcat, though.


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WLF?

[sdJETSetter]

WLF?

LOL.

Im not the only one at least.

[ReleasetheAnimal]

WLF?

I'm beginning to think Stokes' cheese isn't the only thing that needs straightening.

[MACPAC]

That much I know...PSA annually since I was 40. I have NOT had a colonoscopy as My doc sees no need for men under 50 with full healthy signs and no history like me.

But sounds like some guys here do it at under 50.

In Canada the number is 40

[Jet-man]

my brother (a pats fan) is hoping (like Brady) to get three fingers......ouch

[Jets Things]

In Canada the number is 40

But you're 50 by the time you actually see the doctor. ZING!!

[lamont_jordan_rules]

... doctor in the bar last night offered to give me one for free ...


... guess i should go back tonight and take him up on it ...























l_j_r

[Timmy®]

I believe most US insurance companies will not cover a colonoscopy for those under 50 unless there is a specific reason (family history, polyps....)

I did wake up right in the middle of mine, it hurt somewhat but was not excruciating. I felt like Jets Things when he pretends to be wasted and unconscious in a gay bar bathroom.

When I came to I said, "Hey, I thought I wasn't supposed to wake up". Dr. said "you didn't tell me you had a crooked colon or I would have brought my crooked stick" Doctor and nurses chuckled. I was squeezing the rail of my bed and looking like I was trying to pass a bowling ball. I then eventually passed out again.

It wasn't the end of the world. I wouldn't do it again for fifty bucks....maybe a hundred.

[quantum]

I believe most US insurance companies will not cover a colonoscopy for those under 50 unless there is a specific reason (family history, polyps....)

I did wake up right in the middle of mine, it hurt somewhat but was not excruciating. I felt like Jets Things when he pretends to be wasted and unconscious in a gay bar bathroom.

When I came to I said, "Hey, I thought I wasn't supposed to wake up". Dr. said "you didn't tell me you had a crooked colon or I would have brought my crooked stick" Doctor and nurses chuckled. I was squeezing the rail of my bed and looking like I was trying to pass a bowling ball. I then eventually passed out again.

It wasn't the end of the world. I wouldn't do it again for fifty bucks....maybe a hundred.

pffft - Tom Brady does it for free.