Hello All....My question is about prepping...I have a colonoscopy scheduled in a couple of weeks...How the heck do you handle the prep with the bag?
hunter22
Nov 07, 2020 4:11 pm
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Nov 07, 2020 4:34 pm
Hi Hunter,
I have used a regular pouch for this, but it's easier if you use an irrigation sleeve. I find I prefer the Hollister irrigation sleeve. Either way, stay close to the bathroom. When you put on a new appliance for the day of the colonoscopy, use a pouch that opens from the bottom. That way, the doctor will be able to go up through the pouch without you having to remove it. Hope things go well.
Laurie
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xnine
Nov 07, 2020 4:47 pm
I have a few drainable pouches just for that. Once you run clear or near clear you are likely done. You will not have any output for a while after you finish. Doc took my pouch off for the procedure. He put me out so you can not drive after.
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iMacG5
Nov 08, 2020 3:30 am
Hi Hunter. Good advice from Laurie and X. I wear a 2-piece so they just remove the pouch for the procedure. You'll be fine.
Mike
spader
Dec 21, 2020 4:26 am
I stop eating hard to digest foods 3 days prior and use a drainable bag.
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