3 things you don't need to worry about when it comes to a colonoscopy

Is it time for your colonoscopy but you're reluctant to get it done? Don't worry! Robin Miller, MD, address common fears and put your mind at ease.

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Here's the truth about three common fears when it comes to colonoscopies. Fear number one, it'll hurt.

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Most colonoscopies are done under mild sedation, so you don't feel a thing. Fear number two, the prep is a pain.

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OK, it's true. The preparation for a colonoscopy is a little inconvenient, but your colon needs to be as clean as a whistle

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so your doc has an unobstructed view. Try to schedule your procedure for a Monday morning so you can spend Sunday around the house.

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Fear number three, you're scared they'll find something. Colon polyps are super common. Up to half of adults have at least one in their lifetime.

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Most are either non- or precancerous or in the early treatable stages of gastrointestinal cancer. Your doctor will remove any polyps that

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turn up during the colonoscopy. And don't you want that? So stop putting off your colonoscopy. Make that appointment and get it over with.