What if suprep doesnt work

Residue left behind can make it harder for the doctor to view your colon during the exam — meaning a polyp or other issue might not be seen as clearly or even missed.

Many people start their prep and expect something to happen within minutes— but everyone is different and for some people, prep just takes longer to begin and complete. For the average patient prep takes about hours to complete, and often women can take longer than men. What if I am still passing stool the morning of my test?

Take a tap water enema until you run clear. If this does not work, call the office. Can I wear my dentures? Yes, you may wear your dentures to the endoscopy suite. However, you may be asked to remove them prior to the procedure.

I have been instructed not to take anti-inflammatories or blood thinners several days before the procedure. What can I take for headaches and pain relief? You may take Tylenol as directed. Can I have chicken soup? You can only have the broth. No noodles, chicken or vegetables allowed.

Can I have the colonoscopy done if I have my menstrual period? Yes, the procedure can still be performed. We ask that you use a tampon if possible not absolutely necessary. Do I need a prescription for the laxatives? It depends on the preparation instructions you were given.

What if I have a cold, cough, rash or open wound? If the procedure is elective, please notify our office as soon as possible so that your procedure can be rescheduled.

Any patient with a fever, rash or difficulty breathing on the day of the procedure will be rescheduled. What if I forgot to stop my aspirin? The prep could take slightly longer than usual to work but then suddenly be effective.

Frequently having loose stools may cause a person to experience soreness around their anus, so liberally applying Vaseline or a similar product may help reduce the discomfort. People could also use flushable baby wipes or moistened toilet tissues instead of toilet paper to reduce irritation. The doctor may have provided a leaflet with the prep drink that details what an individual should do if they have not had a bowel movement after consuming all of the colonoscopy prep drink.

If not, a person should make their doctor aware of the issue. It is important to speak with a doctor before trying anything else to help encourage bowel movements. Constipation may occur after a colonoscopy. For this reason, people should avoid fatty or greasy foods for the first few days after the procedure. Although people can return to the diet that they had before the procedure, some individuals may choose to eat more bland foods initially to prevent irritation as the bowels refill.

If someone does not have a bowel movement after consuming all of the prep drink and taking other preparatory actions, they should contact a doctor. Preparation is important before a colonoscopy to ensure a clear result. It involves several steps, starting with dietary changes around one week…. For a couple of days after the procedure, people will need…. Find what to expect before, during, and after a colonoscopy.

Your doctor must be able to see in order to complete the colonoscopy exam. If your colon has too much stool on the inside, your doctor may not be able to see important things like polyps or cancer. Is My Prep Working? The bowel movement coming out should look like fluids you are drinking — yellow, light, liquid, and clear like urine without many particles. This will start anywhere from a few minutes to 3 hours after you start your prep. This is uncomfortable and almost always safe.

Some people do not like the taste or smell of the medicine. Please do not let these get in the way of you finishing the medicine as directed. My prep hasn't started working yet. What do I do? Different people respond differently to the bowel prep. If you have waited more than 3 hours without a response, then it may not be working well. Be sure you are drinking enough fluid. It should work eventually.