Will a Colonoscopy and Upper GI Exacerbate Existing Health Conditions?

[sportsstar469]

Thanks, and also I wasn't saying that one is superior. I appreciate the support!

sportsstar469: General anesthesia is less COMMON in this procedure, but that doesn't make it unwise. The chances of you having an adverse reaction to either is vanishingly small. No one can make you do anything here, least of all trust your doctor, but nothing I've read in this thread argues against having this procedure. I can't make a recommendation beyond: listen to your doctor. Yes, there are incompetent doctors, but there are bad drivers, lousy food prep workers, the latter two are more likely to hurt you than the former. My point is just this: from everything you've said, there are good reasons to have this simple procedure, and while your anxiety is completely understandable, it shouldn't stop you from a necessary procedure.

I think the time to be talking to people on a message board has probably passed, and it would be best to tell your doctor exactly what you've told us. You don't need to trust him/her; you can evaluate their statements on your own. Generally speaking walking away from this kind of thing just reinforces fear, and gains you nothing. Making an educated choice is the best move, and at some point you need to at least interact with your doctor, with or without trust.

Finally, nothing in your history stands out as a risk factor for general anesthesia beyond the norm.

i called the docs office a few days ago and askeed if the doc can call me back..i want to request conscious sedation...of course the doc refused and his sec called me. she said only gen anestisita when she called me back two days ago. she told me the doctor said if i wanted any more questions answered id have to come in and pay another 40 dollars dor an office visit...this ticked me off,,i said id af ree to keep the procedure if she asked him what drugs id be receiving she said shed call me back but hasnt..if the doctor doesn't answer this I am going to someone else.

a few other reasons I am anxious is...
i have a pituitary brain tumor which doctors seem unconcerned with..although i feel like crap most times..so I am pretty sure its causing me problems
i also have some injuries from lifting weights and i am scared theyll maneuver me wrong!

he knows about these things though

ill be really pissed if they don't find my ileum. according to a friend of mine with chrons..if they don't find it its useless.

is orange vitamin water a clear liquid and do u think ill be ok taking vitamin d 3 days before the procedure. they said to stop but i take 10k units a day cause my d is low..and the softgels are so tiny..they say stop 5 days before although before i rescheduled my procedure i took it 4 days before by mistake and was told I am alright.i figure movi prep will take care of me...

 

[nismaratwork]

i called the docs office a few days ago and askeed if the doc can call me back..i want to request conscious sedation...of course the doc refused and his sec called me. she said only gen anestisita when she called me back two days ago. she told me the doctor said if i wanted any more questions answered id have to come in and pay another 40 dollars dor an office visit...this ticked me off,,i said id af ree to keep the procedure if she asked him what drugs id be receiving she said shed call me back but hasnt..if the doctor doesn't answer this I am going to someone else.

a few other reasons I am anxious is...
i have a pituitary brain tumor which doctors seem unconcerned with..although i feel like crap most times..so I am pretty sure its causing me problems
i also have some injuries from lifting weights and i am scared theyll maneuver me wrong!

he knows about these things though

ill be really pissed if they don't find my ileum. according to a friend of mine with chrons..if they don't find it its useless.

is orange vitamin water a clear liquid and do u think ill be ok taking vitamin d 3 days before the procedure. they said to stop but i take 10k units a day cause my d is low..and the softgels are so tiny..they say stop 5 days before although before i rescheduled my procedure i took it 4 days before by mistake and was told I am alright.i figure movi prep will take care of me...

I think the limits of what can be said or done online has been reached... I can only say what others have, and that is see your doctor. 40 dollars is cheap compared to your life, or quality of life.

 

[Monique]

Clearly you need to address your concerns with your doctor, face to face. Please read the disclaimer: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=173247

I really do hope that you find a solution that is best for you, but this is not the place to discuss it further.