Dr. visit = colonoscopy advice

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Hello flushing friends ,

I finally got to see the specialist today. After suffering a

horrendous attack in Sept., I went to the GP. She me to a did an

ultrasound (gallstones) and referred me to a specialist .

I had hoped that after doing cleanses, I could convince him to give

me another ultrasound for comparison. - No go.

But he did suggest that I have a colonoscopy! I've had a bowel

resection in 1989 and have been very gassy and somewhat frequent

moving bowels ever since. Apparently, those symptoms, along with my

age (oops - 49) are conditions to recommend this screening. I know

that this is off topic, but does anyone know any stats or other info

on colonoscopys?

I really appreciate your input.

Thanks,

Suzanne