My Colonoscopy Preparation and Procedure Experience and Review

[@LifewithSerg]

A colonoscopy can LITERALLY save someone's life! By giving this video a thumbs up and/or sharing it, you will help get it in front of someone who NEEDS to see it! Please feel free to ask me ANY questions about the procedure, I will answer them all. UPDATE 2/16: Doctor called and told me the two polyps were benign so the only thing I have to do is come back in 5 years for another one. Phew... what a relief!

[@lathaperi9822]

Hi,am latha Recently I had colonoscopy still am 34 only doctor found one precancerous polyp so scared can u tell me how to get reduce depression

[@LifewithSerg]

@@lathaperi9822 so what you had is an adenoma. I had two benign polyps (adenomas) removed. The doctor told me to come back in 5 years. I would recommend not worrying too much, but I am NOT a medical health professional. If it causes you a lot of stress, consider talking to your doctor, or even possibly a therapist. I hope you get this resolved and continue your happy life as usual!

[@alicekapolas3210]

@@lathaperi9822 Don’t freak out. It’s the same if you go to a Dermo yearly for check ups. If they see something pre- ca they remove it. Don’t overthink. Be thankful they are able to do this medically. You will be just fine. PROMISE

[@lathaperi9822]

Thanks

[@Palmtreepeace]

I’m 54 and will be having my first colonoscopy. This video was very very helpful

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m very happy to know my video was useful for you. I hope your procedure goes smoothly as well.

[@rockk973]

Thanks for the video. I go tomorrow and I am doing same prep. I am 49 and had one in my early 30s. My wife recently passed away from cancer leaving 2 small children that i need to be around for. This video was extremely helpful. Btw i am starving .

[@LifewithSerg]

So happy it helped. I’m sure your procedure will go smoothly.

[@cl6825]

Thank you so much for having the Guts to film your real life situation and talk about what is often awkward to talk about. Your video answers a lot of my questions and eased my mind on the unknowns about getting a colonoscopy, which is honestly the scariest part. It's very encouraging how quick and painless your procedure was. You got that done in just one morning and then go out to lunch with your bro too! Thanks for keeping it real!

[@LifewithSerg]

I heard all these horror stories about the prep and the actual procedure, none of it came true. This was a very straightforward and simple medical procedure. I’m glad my video was informative! Thanks for watching!

[@alicekapolas3210]

@@LifewithSerg Yeah, don’t really know why some videos post how horrific it is. I mean it’s not fun but necessary. That’s why I posted my tips . Just had my colonoscopy on July 2. Hope it helps others

[@jeffvandeford9197]

I am 58 and been avoiding a colonoscopy for years. I am a medical procedure chicken. Its nice to see a video that's not a horror story. I am a little freaked out with so many so I am encouraged by your video Thank You!

[@LifewithSerg]

Hi Jeff! One of the main reasons I made this video was because I didn’t see any down to earth clear videos about this whole procedure. It really was very simple. I’m very glad to know that you found this video useful.

[@emmel4fun]

I get you. I'm a chicken for medical procedures as well but I'm having one in a couple of days. I've finally come to terms with it.

[@Rainbow_1981]

Totally I’m a little nervous… but getting it done tomorrow. Hope you get your colonoscopy done..please look at all videos the week before getting your procedure. So you don’t eat high fiber food/seeds …check that info out.

[@ankitbhurtel1249]

I am afraid to go to sleep and never wake up and having something up my ass. What if it hurts ? Lol

[@margiemudge6607]

Oh, good grief. Get your colonoscopy! It is easy peasy!!!! You will be under and awake before you know it. My dad and a best friend died from colon cancer. very very preventabl!!!! Just DO IT!!! XX

[@robertcrundwell2782]

Congratulations on getting your procedure done. I am 72 and I've had three colonoscopies all of which I did drug-free. I told him just to talk to me and let me watch the screen and I would be fine. In October of 2021 I had my third colonoscopy, I also had my first endoscopy which I also did wide awake and drug-free. I can tell you the nurses and the recovery room were astounded that I did them without drugs. If I have another one in 5 years I will also do it drug free.

[@LifewithSerg]

Wow! I can’t imagine having it done without sedation Robert. You’re a trooper. Very impressive sir! Thank you for watching and wishing you the best of health!

[@robertcrundwell2782]

@@LifewithSerg ex Navy corpsman. I just told myself if something large could come out of that end I could relax enough so something large could go back in.

[@LifewithSerg]

Lol. I admire your ability to be able to do that awake. Thank you for your service sir!

[@oldgoldtopgoldtop6039]

I think it's more common perhaps in some other countries but I am unable to relax for a digital exam and find even those physically uncomfortable. I had my first ten years ago and don't recall it. Second one tommorow...

[@ojofelixnm3608]

The prep today is much easier than it was ten years ago when I had my last colonoscopy. I like that sedative they give you through an IV port. You remember starting and next thing you know you are back in the recovery room. Very easy procedure.

[@LifewithSerg]

The sedation was amazing. Propofol is a crazy drug. I felt so refreshed when I woke up and the whole nexts at as well.

[@karenyingling67]

I’m having my colonoscopy in 4 days..thanks for taking the time to make this video. It definitely helped me be not so nervous on what’s to come and how important it is to have done.

[@LifewithSerg]

I hope your colonoscopy goes smoothly. It was very simple for me, and I absolutely loved the after effects of Propofol. I had so much energy for the next two days! 😂

[@karenyingling67]

@@LifewithSerg I will definitely need that having it done 2 days before Christmas 😂

[@LifewithSerg]

Well, you’ll definitely be feeling pretty good after it. I have so much energy for the next two days. It was great!

[@Oheeeoh]

Thumbs up for sharing your experience. I had one when I was around 8 years old and it left a bad childhood memory for me. I had my first colonoscopy as an adult two weeks ago. I'm 55. Knew in the back of my head it's something I needed to do, but I'm squeemish around doctors and never go unless something is wrong with me. Anyway I'm so glad I had mine done because they found polyps that I'm glad they got! Anyone that reads this that is on the fence about getting one do it ASAP! You'll be so glad you did it when it's over.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes so important to get this done. Literally could be a life saver.

[@55nimrod55]

We go from 'Pistons at the Park Car Meet" to a colonoscopy. Made me think of the old Monty Python line, "And now for something completely different". You have the unique ability to make them both interesting.

[@LifewithSerg]

I will take that as a grand compliment. Thank you kind sir!

[@giovannam925]

That's Serg for you ya!

[@LifewithSerg]

Aww thanks!!

[@JustMe-mg4pp]

I love that you kept the video so funny rather than all too serious, that really cheered me up a little. I'm super scared of doctors but as fate decided I have to have a colonoscopy soon and I'm already having nightmares about it. Maybe a little tip for everyone else, I have a necklace as a lucky charm that I'll wear during the prep (I can't wear it during the procedure but I'll just give it to whoever is waiting outside for me on that day so it can still work it's magic ;) Maybe you consider taking one with you, too)

[@LifewithSerg]

It really was very simple and straightforward. The worst part was just drinking all that liquid and having to purge. Don’t worry about it. This is a very simple procedure.

[@KasimAljabri]

Thank you so much get me felling good to doing this procedure next Monday I was scared but after I saw your video give to my positive energy to be ready to (just do it)😅😅 thanks again 👍

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m so happy this video Health! That is the main reason I made it, so other people would feel more comfortable about this procedure. I’m sure it will go smoothly for you.

[@wafflefrys4free]

Best video I've seen on this subject so far. I have to get one In a few weeks and I was nervous as all hell. I will be having an endoscopy done at the same time so I'll be fully knocked out which is fine by me

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad you found it useful! I’m sure your procedure will go over smoothly. Thanks for watching!

[@DarkReaperEX1]

I’m 21 and I gotta have it 3 days from now. My nerves are shot and I’m scared of the hospital and to make matters worse needles. I’m hoping that everything goes well for me as it did for you.

[@LifewithSerg]

Just follow the prep instructions and it should be a breeze. The conscious sedation medication they give you, propofol, will make you feel like you’re on top of the world for about two days afterwards.

[@emmel4fun]

@@LifewithSerg No wonder M.J. liked it.

[@emmel4fun]

So how did it go?

[@suemorgan3355]

I recently had a colonoscpy I spent 45.00 on my prep from the drug store perception, I had no idea you could buy over the counter prep thx for sharing your journey appreciated 😊

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad my video was helpful!

[@chungusmcjaxx5799]

Thanks. Liked your experience video. The rumors I think scare the heck out of everyone. The timing is the worst part for me. Thanks.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes, I heard all the rumors as well. It was a very simple procedure in the end. No pun intended.🤣😂

[@ginaireland5488]

Thank you so much you kept it short and simple as this is my first one and I'm anxious I have mine tomorrow I'm fasting now so clear fluids and start my drinks at 7pm glad all went well for you too

[@LifewithSerg]

Was a total breeze for me. Hope yours goes as smoothly Gina! 😊👍

[@ValdestotsVoice]

Im having my first colonoscopy. It stinks getting older lol. I am sure prep day is going to be a BLAST! 🎉

[@LifewithSerg]

It’s not that bad.

[@Sirretro]

Thanks for taken us through this proces. Hopefully I will have a simulair experience!

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m glad you found the information useful. It really was a very straightforward and simple process. Thanks for watching!

[@Ruktiet]

Great video. Helps me and probably a lot of others be a little less anxious about the procedure. Hope those polyps were benign! Thanks!

[@LifewithSerg]

This is exactly why I made this video. Glad it helps. Yep, they were benign.

[@marywilliamson1044]

Thanks for the video! I feel much less scared of having this done now!

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad my video has calmed your fears.

[@lizm5991]

Great video! Thank you for sharing! I get mine done next Friday kinda of nervous a bit is my first time 😉

[@LifewithSerg]

Hi Liz. I realize that everyone’s experience will be different, but mine was such a breeze. I had a little bit of stomach cramping and a little bit of blood in my stool for about 24 hours afterwards, but that is quite normal

[@jefft9893]

Great video. Wish you had discussed more of what you ate the day before during prep.

[@LifewithSerg]

I ate very light meals.

[@jefft9893]

@@LifewithSerg My prep says to not eat any food. Just broth and liquids.

[@vallee3140]

@@jefft9893 you can eat a bit up till the day before, but only from the list.

[@kevinp8108]

Hi Serg! I'm having a colonoscopy done tomorrow and your video was very helpful.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m glad the video was helpful Kevin. I really wanted to share this experience and let people know that it’s very straightforward. I hope it goes smoothly for you as well.

[@kevinp8108]

@@LifewithSerg - Hi Serg! I had my colonoscopy today. There were 5 small polyps found and removed. The doctor said they looked benign but will send them to the lab to make sure. It's such a relief to find out there was nothing serious going on in my colon! My doctor will let me know later when I should come back for the next colonoscopy based on the results of the polyp biopsies. Hopefully, it will be 7years or 10 years! I can't go through that laxative prep too soon.

[@LifewithSerg]

That’s great news! Hopefully it will be 7-10, but even though they only found 2 benign ones on me, they said come back in 5 years.

[@kathiewarren2825]

Thank for the video haveing one right after Thanksgiving was feeling scard but after yr videos I feeling better

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad I could help!

[@brieestar0307]

I’m doing the same prep I’m so thankful for this video I have extreme anxiety about it, everyone makes it seem so so scary and I have emetaphobia ( fear of vomiting ) so thankful for this . Do you just drink every 15 minutes until it’s gone ?

[@LifewithSerg]

Your doctor will give you instructions on how often to drink it. I’m not sure what prep your doctor will give you, so I don’t wanna give you medical advice on that end. However, as you can see from my video, I had a very easy time with this. Glad my video helped you!

[@brieestar0307]

@@LifewithSerg getting the same miralax prep

[@LifewithSerg]

Then I think I mentioned in the video that I was doing it every 15 or 20 minutes. Sorry I just don’t recall.

[@josephconner4756]

I just had my colonoscopy done a few weeks ago and they said I have no cancer

[@LifewithSerg]

Congrats!

[@cocosiz]

thank you for such a reassuring video! i have one scheduled for this month and i am absolutely terrified, not so much of the procedure but of the prep poisoning me! i super worried about dehydration etc but you made everything look smooth and simple. ill prob vlog mine too and be honest like you🙂

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah I kept hearing how the prep was the worst part. For me, it was super simple. Glad my video was useful! I’m sure you’re will go smoothly. I am now in Thailand and will be posting videos soon. Follow along if you’re interested.

[@Adior_Ibrahim]

Loved this Getting mine done tomorrow 😢

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m sure it will go smoothly.

[@Adior_Ibrahim]

@@LifewithSerg it went great. Thanks

[@professionalyutuber538]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@LifewithSerg]

Absolutely, I hope this helps people understand it’s not that complicated but it’s very necessary.

[@jamessocal8946]

I had the exact same prep a few weeks ago. It did take me about 3 days after the procedure before my “downloading” returned to normal.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yah that sounds about right. Glad it went ok for you.

[@unkn0wn428]

I had it around 2 weeks ago too.. the procedure itself is not a big deal.. but the preparation and forcing yourself to drink litres of laxative with 10-15 min breaks is annoying..

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah the prep kinda sucks, but overall I thought it was pretty simple procedure. Now I know what to expect when I go for my next one in 5 years.

[@elizabethbest6992]

I've had 3 Colonoscopies and I'm 69. The hardest part is the prep and being sooo darn hungry! The test is easy as pie and the sedative is propofol. They usually put it in my line when I talk too much! Lol!

[@LifewithSerg]

Yah the prep is the worst part.

[@julieorourke9897]

Doing prep now, a breeze, apple juice,banana flavoured popsicles, ginger ale, chicken and beef broth, light coloured jello and black tea and coffee, it’s a good idea to apply bit of Vaseline to bottom with a tissue after each bowel movement. Stay hydrated as it will help with your IV start. Only take the meds they permit. You need special instructions when it comes to diabetic,blood thinners and some blood pressure meds. Make sure someone is driving you home! BTW those wipes are not flushable

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for watching.

[@nowhiningzone1675]

I took the bus alone after my procedure last friday. Hehe. I got home safe.

[@LifewithSerg]

Great. Yeah, it’s very straightforward.

[@Charlie-yq8hu]

thank you so much, ive got one on saturday to test for chrons dsease and ulcerative colitis, and im feeling really nervous

[@LifewithSerg]

Don’t feel nervous. It should be a breeze! Glad my video helped!

[@sn350channel]

I'm also getting ready to do my first colonoscopy. I am 39 yrs old and decided its a good time before turning 40. But I decided I will not get anesthesia during process.

[@LifewithSerg]

Oooof. Without anesthesia 😳. I hope it goes smoothly.

[@JJJJ-fg3qx]

Thank you so much for sharing. The miralax/gatorade prep is way easier than the Golytely jug. Which from experience is way more effective. What type of polyps and size did they find?

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh man this was 2 years ago so I don’t recall the type and size off the top of my head, but it was all ok.

[@JJJJ-fg3qx]

@@LifewithSergok glad to hear

[@Will-nb8qk]

Colonoscopies are simple procedures. It’s as simple as what is stated in this video with Serg. I was anxious but was anxious for no reason at all. 🤷‍♂️

[@LifewithSerg]

I was definitely a little bit anxious as well, but as you have no experience yourself, it’s very straightforward.

[@Castromelisa23]

Of all the videos that I have seen this one was one of the best ones tomorrow I have to go to mines I’m little bit nervous👍

[@LifewithSerg]

It will be just fine Melisa. 😊 I was a bit nervous as well and it went very smoothly.

[@rebeccarogers5798]

I had one last Thursday 15 August 2024. Woke up half way through and watched the live stream on the monitor. Chopped a couple of sessile polyps and found a lesion. Anyway, 3 days later still bleeding and can't eat properly.

[@LifewithSerg]

Aw man. I’m sorry to hear that. Hopefully you’ve gone back to the doctor to get that checked out, that’s not normal. And this is not medical advice, it’s just based on what I was told after my procedure.

[@rebeccarogers5798]

@@LifewithSerg waiting 2 weeks for my histology results

[@willaerley7140]

You made that look so easy! My prep was miserable. My second bottle of Clenpiq refused to go down. Vomiting all night with no sleep. Queasy, dehydrated, and shaking the next day. The procedure was fine, though. No polyps and Dr said I was clear. I must have still had laxative in my system the day after as I was running to 🚽. No way will I take that much laxative next time. I’m smaller in stature and I don’t need it.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah, I think it depends on your size. Sorry I didn’t go smoothly for you. Glad that everything was clear in the end.

[@MrScrappydue]

I found when I stopped drinking water or Gatorade I no longer had to go to the bathroom but I took 12 pills and 6 hrs later I took 12 more large pills with Gatorade. Unfortunately I have to go in again. My first time was in a clinic and a few are to big so I need to have it done in a real hospital Tuesday. They got me taken the same stuff you did so I hope it doesn’t keep me up all night. I’m having it done twice in ten days. I had two small ones removed and I felt fine when I woke up. 7 hrs later I took a long walk with a friend. Nice review!

[@LifewithSerg]

Wow, twice in 10 days. I hope the second time goes just a smoothly and they don’t find anything else.

[@MrScrappydue]

@@LifewithSerg thank you. For those who may find this confusing there’s SUTAB and the nurse said it cost a hundred but I paid forty. There big pills and I took 24. I’m thinking since Miralax has no taste and both methods require me to drink a lot of water or sugar free Gatorade I’m thinking your way in the video is going to be better especially if you have a hard time swallowing large pills. I’m supposed to take 4 Dulcolax at 3pm and drink the miralax at 6pm. Doctors instructions can be confusing but your video helped a lot. Made it easy to understand. So thanks again

[@LifewithSerg]

Let me tell you, the MiraLAX absolutely did its job! LOL I think it took about two or three hours for it to work for me, but once it started working it worked like it’s supposed to.

[@MrScrappydue]

@@LifewithSerg The second time they removed 2 15mm size polyps and they showed cancer. I was told I have colon cancer. They want to remove the section of colon but it’s a 3 hr surgery and there worried about sedating me that long. I just had my gallbladder out last week. I’m falling apart. Now they’ve canceled the CT scan due to labor shortage.

[@LifewithSerg]

Hey I’m very sorry to hear all of that. You’re not falling apart. It’s just life’s challenges. You’ll get through this!

[@poepflater]

I don't mind the scope is the fingering before the time in front of a crowd that puts me off. Holy hell that is a lot of power you have to drink... I hope the stuff in my prescription looks less lethal, although I will need to drink like 12 glasses of water in one day which scares me too

[@LifewithSerg]

You’ll be fine. It’s very straightforward.

[@poepflater]

@@LifewithSerg I know it is probably just the stress around everything about the current tests I;m having but I get anxious over everything now, even thinking of drinking lots of water...

[@hbhb7900]

I have already experienced the joy of a colonoscopy! The worst part of it, was checking into the facility, and waiting for butt experts. Lol I did learn, next time I will not have any broth, it only made me run to the toilet. I did enjoy the pineapple jello. I will do the jello again!! Pineapple jello, is like a ray of sunshine, when something is going to be inserted, where the sun doesn’t shine.

[@LifewithSerg]

Lolll. Too funny.

[@JustMe-mg4pp]

Hey :) I commented on this video last year but I remembered this video & came back to say that I went through my colonoscopy last summer. I'm from Germany so my prep was a little different as I was only allowed to mix mine with water. What did help a lot though was applejuce. I held my glass with the prep in my right hand and a glass of applejuice in my left hand. Then I'd take a breath, take a sip of the prep, swallow it, and then immediately take a sip of the applejuice without having to put it down and grab the other glass first. I must have looked real stupid but it did help the taste so it didn't matter how I looked, at least I got it down. Maybe that'll help some of you, too! I only had to drink 500ml in the evening and 500 in the morning, though but it still took me about 4 hours to down the first 500 so I was sure to start earlier than the packaging said in the morning to I finish it on time. One thing I wish I knew is that it's either all or nothing, you can't really go back after starting to take the prep so you have to push through! But if I made it then you'll make it as well :D

[@LifewithSerg]

Wow. Thats quite the ordeal. Glad it’s over for you.

[@dawnhurst-mccaleb9754]

I've been putting off the procedure for way too long. I found your video about a month ago and it really put my mind at ease. I was looking for a new GI today (didn't like bedside manner of two I've seen -wah-lol). I came back to your video today to get the prep method and noticed the facility you used. I'm in ATX! Do you mind me asking what physician you used? Thanks SO much for sharing this.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m glad you are finally going to go and get checked. His name is Dr. Rajesh Mehta. Best of luck.

[@kwalker8342]

I was prescribed the 4 liter jug of prep. YUCK!!! I finally figured out to use 4 liters of no sugar Black Cherry Powerade (this is clear, no color). Divide the 235g of Miralax evenly between the bottles of Powerade. The I drank the liquid as directed by the doctor's instructions. No nasty prep taste.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah the MiraLAX was totally tasteless. Sounds like you figured out a good solution for yourself.

[@cruisecrazy7066]

I have had several done. Definitely a pain in in the ass.

[@LifewithSerg]

Literally.

[@cruisecrazy7066]

@@LifewithSerg 50 years ago I had one done by an internist who I knew as a friend. He was poking about and describing what he saw, while I was telling jokes.

[@jacquelinea7297]

I have to get one done soon and I’m nervous so this helped a lot lol

[@LifewithSerg]

I am very happy to know my video helped you out Jaqueline! I wanted to let people know it was a very simple procedure. Thanks for watching.

[@Quit3Cut3]

Having my first colonoscopy at 33 on Friday, trying to determine if I have GI issues or endometriosis. The hardest part for me is the fact that I hate yellow Gatorade lol.

[@LifewithSerg]

Ok that’s funny AF, cause yellow Gatorade is the worst. I hated drinking all that. Gatorade Blue for the win. Hope the colonoscopy goes smoothly. 💙

[@emmel4fun]

Thanks for the info. Puts me at ease for my imminent colonoscopy.😯

[@LifewithSerg]

Mine was extremely straightforward. I hope your experience is the same.

[@myrajoy1437]

Thanks for impormision and thanks for sharing.

[@LifewithSerg]

You’re welcome.

[@vishnu2699]

What in the world, KZbin algorithm while I try to eat lunch

[@LifewithSerg]

Lmao. Yeah KZbin does weird things at types. Check out some of my other videos that have food instead. LOL

[@MascaroAlex]

Thank you for the information.

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching.

[@lesmen4]

Useful video. Were you given sedatives ? If no, how did it feel ?

[@LifewithSerg]

I did mention in the video that I was given sedatives. Propofol. Man that was the best thing in the world. When they released me, it gave me so much energy for like the next two days. Now I understand why Michael Jackson was abusing it.

[@lesmen4]

@@LifewithSerg Amazing that you still reply to comments after 2 years of this video !

[@v8cool231]

I try and watch these colonoscopy videos to make me feel better as I need one but I bottle out of it. Unfortunately here in the UK, they don't put you to sleep .

[@LifewithSerg]

Well I wasn’t asleep. It’s conscious sedation.

[@Skinnychelle48]

Thanks for this video!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@LifewithSerg]

My pleasure!

[@manualgeorge4349]

Thanks for the video

[@LifewithSerg]

Hope it was useful

[@manualgeorge4349]

It sure is useful

[@lifeofpete5904]

Dose 1 taken a couple hours ago, fun fun fun! Dose 2 at 2am and have to be at the hospital for 6:45am 😴

[@LifewithSerg]

Enjoy! Should go smoothly for you.

[@lifeofpete5904]

@@LifewithSergthank you!

[@meghanwallace9898]

Great video thanks!

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching Meghan!

[@tanw]

Mine is in 4 days time and I'm nervous

[@LifewithSerg]

It’s a piece of cake. You’ll be alright. 😃

[@miguelosorio6302]

Your prep is way different than mine. But the video does help elógiate the dress prior to a medical procedure

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad it helped.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

I have a colonoscopy and endoscopy tomorrow, although I'm in my 20's, because I have POTS, which is a form of dysautonomia, which impacts the autonomic nervous system. It does include digestive issues, and acid reflux, so I'm going through the prep, and I'm struggling a lot. The prep is disgusting, and I've been sick a few times. Unfortunately I also have an incredibly strong gag reflex as well. This has not been fun at all.

[@LifewithSerg]

Hope it goes smoothly for you

[@reginamay2767]

You can get dehyrated frim going to the bathroom 15 rimes to. Have to keep hydrated.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yep

[@giovannam925]

oh man no blue drinks! lol. You should have said bottoms down,🚽 hahahaha. So to those that may read this and are going to do a colonoscopy use warm Gatorade, it will happen sooner. Great video you made something ewww actually entertaining. Discharged, lol.....Have a great trip.

[@LifewithSerg]

Warm Gatorade does make more sense! Great tip!

[@slickhandzx813]

I go August 2nd and I'm nervous of going to sleep..

[@LifewithSerg]

Don’t worry about it. They don’t put you to sleep. It’s conscious sedation. You won’t remember it.

[@slickhandzx813]

@@LifewithSerg I just finished and it was everything you said the prep and not eating was tough...once they take u in the room to put you to sleep it was a breeze. Don't remember nothing.

[@LifewithSerg]

Glad it went smoothly for you!

[@gewglesux]

Bottoms up!!

[@LifewithSerg]

Lol. Not quite as good as a Corpse Reviver #2. 😉

[@gewglesux]

@@LifewithSerg Bwhahahha Nice one!!

[@austinthompson583]

how old where you when you had your first colonoscopy

[@LifewithSerg]

Only had one so far. I was 50.

[@weemax9092]

What hospital did you get checkup ? And how much did it cost ?

[@LifewithSerg]

I mentioned in the video where I got this done, and insurance covered all of it. This was not in the hospital, it’s at an outpatient surgery center called Surgicare of Austin.

[@angelim9599]

I'm getting it done this week and I'm watching all these videos. I'm nervous about the IV going in my hand. I also got given Picoprep I wonder if I can mix that with Gatorade too??? And im worried about being hungry and fainting cos of hunger .... PS your video helped alot and it looked so simple. Thank you so much!!!

[@LifewithSerg]

I’m not sure about the Percocet, ask your doctor. I’ve done 36 hour fasts before, not bad at all. You shouldn’t have problems, you’re be surprised how well the body does with intermittent fasting. Glad my video helped you out! Thanks for watching.

[@RoverBoy1899]

Barbaric!

[@LifewithSerg]

It was one of the easiest things I ever did. Piece of cake.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

​@@LifewithSerg How did you manage? This is like torture for me, I've been sick several times from the prep drink.

[@stanleyzielinski7928]

Had to receive 3 units (Pints) of blood to compensate for the Colonoscopy procedure. It took 2 months to get my Hemoglobin up to 13.6. I don't blame the procedure; it was the person performing the procedure. The hospital ended up not charging me for the procedure ($2,000+).

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh so sorry to hear yours did not go well

[@hanoyzm7935]

Im having colonoscopy throught my back passage and im anxious is it worrying or its easy ?

[@LifewithSerg]

There’s only one way to have a colonoscopy, lol. It’s super simple. Don’t worry about it.

[@abinetware9782]

I have an appointment for next week Tuesday i am scared 😢

[@LifewithSerg]

I understand it sounds scary, but it should go very smoothly for you.

[@tonydtom536]

Thank you

[@LifewithSerg]

Hope you found it useful.

[@meztizo_americano86]

Getting mine done on Wednesday at 8:30 am I have to be there at 7:30 AM.

[@LifewithSerg]

It should be a breeze! Hope it goes smoothly.

[@donnapatacchiola6942]

The prep was horrible, tasted like soap, salt and grape couch syrup! The Propofol made me confused for two days! Not fun.

[@LifewithSerg]

Sorry your experience was not good

[@brandonobrien6528]

You were only down and out for 30 minutes?

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes. Pretty quick procedure.

[@brandonobrien6528]

@@LifewithSerg do you have any idea if that’s typical for most?

[@johnryan7252]

How was the preparation ? Ho2 was the night

[@LifewithSerg]

I think I covered all the preparation was in the video. I slept through the night just fine.

[@1agelessbeauty]

Does anyone know did he have any sedatives? He's looks wide awake.

[@LifewithSerg]

They give you a drug called propofol. It’s called conscious sedation. So you are awake but you don’t remember anything.

[@1agelessbeauty]

@@LifewithSerg Thanks for responding. Isn't Propofol the drug that puts you in a comatose state.

[@LifewithSerg]

Not that I’m aware of. But I’m not a medical professional, so you’ll have to do some research.

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

No wet wipes are flushable... They mess up the septic systems.

[@LifewithSerg]

Ooopsie. Lol

[@edhaghverdi]

Getting on tuesday morning...no choice just do it so your mind will rest. Look the stuff that comes out of your butt is thicker than the stuff they use to go in you lol

[@edhaghverdi]

Also this video helped

[@LifewithSerg]

I hope it goes smoothly for you!

[@kaewbuatoom5300]

I have done it twice.The worst part it Prep,

[@LifewithSerg]

The prep is bad.

[@Skinnychelle48]

Had mine so damn happy that I don’t go back for tens years!

[@LifewithSerg]

That’s great!

[@christophervargas7422]

Did it hurt at all???

[@LifewithSerg]

I didn’t feel a thing and felt fantastic afterwards. Propofol, the drug they give you, is amazing. Don’t even worry about it.

[@christophervargas7422]

Thanks my first I'm just alittle afraid 😔

[@LifewithSerg]

I get it. Will be ok Christopher!

[@alicekapolas3210]

I just had my Colonoscopy on 6-2-24 Tips: Follow the directions they give you!!! I had Golytely so this prep was lemon- lime flavored and split into 2 doses ( mark the container at 1/2 point) Get sour Gummy Bears ( remove the RED/BLUE ones!! colors can show up as blood) and Lemon drops. You are allowed to have these. Pour solution over ICE- (these solutions can taste salty ) pop one or two of the candies and start to drink solution. Drink solution through a STRAW. I found Gatorade to be gross ( worse than the prep! So I omitted drinking it.) It took 1 1/2 hours to drink 1/2 the solution . About an hour later the party started!! Get Aloe wipes to wipe each time you use the toilet. Do NOT use toilet paper!! Have vaseline or Prep H and apply after you wipe. Wear an Adult Depends- added security . Not fun to walk FAST due the Urgency 💩💩💩 So now the party starts. On this specific solution you are up the entire night. Get some good reading material or movies 🍿 They give you “twilight “ sedation . You do not go under general anesthesia. They put an oxygen cannula (under your nose and the tubing goes behind your ears to hold in place.) A warm blanket is given to you and it feels great! You are told to take slow deep breaths through your nose. I remember taking 3 breaths and was OUT!! You’re a bit groggy when you wake and about 30 mins later you’re fine. The Dr will come to see you before and after procedure. I had “ a tiny 4 mm polyp otherwise all clear.” He was not concerned . Good luck! It’s really not that bad. 🎉💩🎉💩🎉💩🎉💩🎉💩🤣😂

[@LifewithSerg]

Thanks for sharing

[@valerieassar8263]

I had to take 2 lots of laxative drink ...once is better

[@LifewithSerg]

Yah that stuff works well. Lol

[@mgarm]

I find the worst part of a colonoscopy is the prep.

[@LifewithSerg]

You know that’s exactly what I had read. To be honest it was super simple. Thanks for watching!

[@khaleesisnow1683]

🙏🙏

[@LifewithSerg]

😊👋

[@Skinnychelle48]

Miralax has no flavor so if u like Gatorade, it’ll taste the same.

[@LifewithSerg]

Yeah it tastes ok.

[@Louloui636]

Did you do it awake?

[@LifewithSerg]

Oh god no! Propofol is the drug they use to put you into what’s referred to as “twilight sedation”. I woke up feeling completely refreshed and had so much energy for the next three days, it was great!

[@Quit3Cut3]

It’s called conscious sedation. You won’t be sedated enough for a breathing tube and if they talk to you you’ll be coherent enough to respond but you’ll be in another dimension. You won’t remember anything. It wears off fast after the procedure too.

[@reginamay2767]

I had 2 of them nothing about it i loved.

[@LifewithSerg]

I didn’t love it, but it was a non event for me.

[@reginamay2767]

@@LifewithSerg me neither, I had once when I was younger in my thirties then I had another one in 2015 now I'm getting ready to have another one and now I am much older 66.

[@mysteryandmeaning297]

A tall glass is more than 8 oz

[@LifewithSerg]

Yes it probably is.

[@famfam5922]

Colonoscopies are unpleasant at best. I’ve had two in my life the second one most recently while the first one was twenty years ago. Never another. The drugs to provide comfort during the procedure I found unnerving. I was fully awake for the first one. I do not appreciate having blocks of my memory eliminated by these nasty drugs (propofol) used to induce sedation and block memory. The entire process is barbaric.

[@LifewithSerg]

Sorry you had a bad experience. I loved how the Propofol made me feel.

[@donnapatacchiola6942]

I didn’t have to wear a mask

[@LifewithSerg]

This video was recorded during the pandemic. Hence the mask.

[@griffith00]

The prep is the worst part of the whole thing. The actual procedure is a breeze.

[@LifewithSerg]

You know that’s what I heard as well. My prep was super simple. I know some folks have issues with the prep, but mine was super smooth. That’s one of the reasons I made this video, to show people that it’s not a big deal.

[@WilliamFluery]

TMAI (Too Much Awful Information) 🤮

[@LifewithSerg]

Yet you watched it. Lol