What is the best time of day for a colonoscopy?

Studies have indicated that colonoscopies done during the morning hours have actually contributed to more accurate findings due to a number of varying factors. Although it might not be a thrill to wake up earlier than usual, it could just help your overall health.

How long does it take to recover from a colonoscopy?

The First Week after a Colonoscopy After polyps are removed it can take up to a week for the patient to fully recover. During this time, patients should avoid all strenuous activities, which includes lifting anything over five pounds.

What do you drink before a colonoscopy?

Some examples of liquids that are OK to drink include:

  1. pulp-free fruit juices, such as apple or white grape juice.
  2. coffee or tea without milk or creamer.
  3. clear broth or bouillon.
  4. carbonated soft drinks.
  5. Gatorade, Powerade, and similar light-colored drinks.

What are the side effects of colonoscopy?

What are the risks of a colonoscopy?

  • Continued bleeding after biopsy (tissue sample) or polyp removal.
  • Nausea, vomiting, bloating or rectal irritation caused by the procedure or by the preparatory bowel cleansing.
  • A bad reaction to the pain medicine or the sedative (medicine used to provide a relaxing, calming effect)

What can I eat day before colonoscopy?

The day before the colonoscopy procedure — Don’t eat solid foods. Instead, consume only clear liquids like clear broth or bouillon, black coffee or tea, clear juice (apple, white grape), clear soft drinks or sports drinks, Jell-O, popsicles, etc.

How do you feel after a colonoscopy?

You will probably feel a bit tired or groggy even then, so you cannot drive yourself home. Your doctor will not release you unless there is someone there to bring you home. The effects of the sedation could last up to a day, so you should not drive or operate any machinery until the following day.

Can I drink water after midnight before colonoscopy?

DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING AFTER 12:00 (MIDNIGHT) THE NIGHT BEFORE YOUR COLONOSCOPY. THIS INCLUDES: ORAL TOBACCO, CANDY, GUM, WATER, DRINKS OR FOOD. BRING ALL MEDICATIONS WITH YOU THE MORNING OF THE PROCEDURE. ARRANGE FOR A DRIVER TO COME WITH YOU THE MORNING OF THE PROCEDURE.