WD-40 wrote:Just had my first colonoscopy (2 years late) on Dec 2nd. I hated the IV needle in my hand, especially the fact the nurse had to stick me twice after [m'kay] up the first try ("Ohhh...That 'never' happens when I put needles in!") my hand hurt for several days after. Got to sleep for the 20 minute procedure. Had a couple good craps over next couple days, then three days ago, I cramped up bad with occasional painful spasms. Gas, etc backed up due to an infection or swelling. Got antibiotics, and finally, the Eagle has landed again with another glorious crap.
Unfortunately, the antibiotic I'm on is also used to treat alcoholism, so I can't even drink a beer, as it will cause me to throw up.
Anyway that's my 'new stuff'.
Sorry to hear about that WD. Those aren't fun, but they are needed at times. It's how I learned I had Chron's Disease. Also next time ask to have your IV set up first in the infusion lab (every hospital should have one) That's where the well trained nurses are. I get an IV infusion every 4 weeks and it's always 1 stick each time.
Also, look up flexible sigmoidoscopy. They do those whilst you are awake.......... Like taking a dump in reverse.