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How are larger tumors removed in a colonoscopy?
For excising tumors or performing other types of surgery on the colon during colonoscopy, an electrosurgical device or laser system may be used in conjunction with the colonoscope.
How do patients lie during a colonoscopy?
During the colonoscopy, patients are asked to lie on their sides with their knees drawn up towards the abdomen.
What are the causes of bleeding in bowel?
I am seeing some haevy rectal bleeding, heavy in consistency. I already had a colonoscopy this year, IBS was diagnosed, nothing else. should i worry?
What cures hemorrhoids?
There is no real cure you can do yourself for hemorrhoids. You can use creams like Preparation H or pads like Tucks to give you some relief. These really do help the hemorrhoids go down. The only way to completely get rid of hemorrhoids is to have them surgically removed. Otherwise, they will keep coming back.
How long do hemorrhoids last if they are being treated?
Hemorrhoids will generally heal and shrink up in 7 to 10 days if being treated well, but some hemorrhoids such as internal may last indefinitely even though the symptoms subside. Severe cases of hemorrhoids may take longer to heal or may required special procedures to have them removed.
During a colonoscopy the patient should be placed in the Sim's position?
right
Can a prostate biopsy be done during a colonoscopy?
No. The two procedures are separate.
Where can I find information about disease symptoms like hemorrhoids?
Internal hemorrhoids are characterized by the presence of blood during a bowel movement,on the toilet paper used and in the bowl after.External hemorrhoids are itchy,sore lumps and are found around the outside of the anus.
Does your anus expand during pregnancy?
No but it can feel swollen and especially if you get hemorrhoids which is common..
Why can't patients drink red juices before a colonoscopy?
Red or purple juices should be avoided, since they can cause coloring of the colon that may be misinterpreted during the colonoscopy.
Why can't patients drink purple juices before a colonoscopy?
Red or purple juices should be avoided, since they can cause coloring of the colon that may be misinterpreted during the colonoscopy.
What tumor does a colonoscopy remove?
Polyps can be removed through the colonoscope, and samples of tissue (biopsies) can be taken to detect the presence of cancerous cells
