Colonoscopy Prep - a Brif Description for You

Do you think that you need to do a colonoscopy? Well for that you need to find a good clinic first. Although J P Nagar is famous for good clinics but you need to find the best one for yourself. Finding a reputed clinic for colonoscopy in J P Nagar is not that difficult although!

But before that you need to prepare yourself, so that your colonoscopy goes well.

Colonoscopy prep is the time that leads up to the actual process of "colonoscopy'. Since this process involves the cleaning of the bowel, this time is very crucial in the entire colonoscopy treatment. It is due to the fact that with the colonoscopy prep, there are chances for the occurrence of problems during the treatment and also proves helpful for the physician in gathering the information needed while performing the treatment and thus various possible problems can be kept at bay. Thus, it must be prepared as directed because its absence would mean unclean bowel which in turn would lead to inaccurate test results.

A week before the actual procedure of colonoscopy takes place; one is forbidden the use of any kind of aspirin or NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like naproxen, ibuprofen. In addition to this, one is also asked not to drink during this time.

In a case, one is having some medicines, do not stop taking them on their own rather ask for the advice of cardiologist about stopping the use of these medicines 3 to 5 days prior to the colonoscopy.

Also make sure that the health practitioner is also informed beforehand if one has antibiotics before visiting the dentist or has problem of diabetes.

To be able to view the inside of the large intestine constitutes an important part of colonoscopy. So, if there will be too much food in the intestine; the physician will not have clear view of the colon. To avoid it, one is required to take some medicines to clean the bowel which is known as "bowel prep", it is essential for the procedure thought is done usually just a day prior to the procedure.

The most important thing to know is that the medicines one has during the colonoscopy can make him/her absent-minded, so it must be ensured that anyone going through the procedure is accompanied to the healthcare facility so that he/she could listen and note down the important information provided by the health professional. One should not go alone during the process.

Now if you feel prepare enough after knowing these tips, and finding a good doctor is very important. When it comes good doctor, you can contact with Dr M P Madhu. He is a professionl doctor and has a good experience in Colonoscopy and gaastro related problems. Visit his website to know more about his cases and expeience.