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Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2017 12:25 pm
by Janknitz
since I didn't want to shoot my blood sugar into the stratosphere, I mixed the Miralax with plain electrolyte water (no flavoring or sweetener). It didn't taste bad at all, just a little weird.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2017 12:50 pm
by Scottt
Just want to add a data point... I've had one colonoscopy and it went fine. Prep was a prescription, forget the name but it was much like Miramax and Gatorade. Had to go through the checkout line with a big plastic jug that was kind of obvious but nobody made any snarky comments. Boy did that stuff work well. You'll poop water and know you're clean inside. Cold with a straw is the way to go. It's not terrible but it's kind of slimy, so if you can swallow fast you can get it over with fast.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2017 1:08 pm
by chunkyfrog
Managing blood sugar is a bitch with the prep, especially if you are T2 on long lasting insulin alone.
I expect it to be better next time, with prandial insulin helping me to maintain very tight control with an achievable diet.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2017 8:40 pm
by 49er
Janknitz, thanks, that is what I am going to do.
Scottt- Thanks for the tip about the straw.
CF - Thank goodness I don't have type 2.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sat Feb 04, 2017 8:51 pm
by chunkyfrog
49er, my T2 was troublesome until I got the new "tools"--mealtime insulin and multiple tests a day.
I dropped my A1c from over 8 to 6.1 in 90 days. Like cpap, if I can geek it, I can control it.
I'm totally OK with all the sticks--most are nearly pain-free, and sometimes I don't even feel the prick.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 3:03 am
by 49er
chunkyfrog wrote:49er, my T2 was troublesome until I got the new "tools"--mealtime insulin and multiple tests a day.
I dropped my A1c from over 8 to 6.1 in 90 days. Like cpap, if I can geek it, I can control it.
I'm totally OK with all the sticks--most are nearly pain-free, and sometimes I don't even feel the prick.
Hi CF,
Congratulations for dropping your A1C from 8 to 6.1. You have every right to be proud.
But according to his article, you might want to keep trying to lower it so you can get to what is considered to be normal levels.
https://lowcarbrn.wordpress.com/2016/08 ... ood-sugar/
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 8:30 am
by jimsp1
Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 8:38 am
by 49er
jimsp1 wrote:Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Do I assume correctly you took a total of 30 pills?
Hmm, even if my assumption is right, I am going to look into this as I definitely prefer taking pills vs. chugging alot of liquid.
Thanks!
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 9:46 am
by flightco
49er wrote:Well, I finally scheduled a colonoscopy for next month. Doc prescribed MoviePrep for me to take. But I am concerned I will have alot of trouble with it for various reasons.
I would be grateful if people would share their experiences as to what prep worked best for them. I know no matter which one is used, it is not going to be fun. But obviously, I want to make sure I ask for the best option for me.
I did search the archives and found a few suggestions but would still appreciate input.
Thanks!
49er
I have had a couple done and all I can say is the prep is much worse than the procedure and you get through it. Not something to look forward to, but having it over with is something to look forward to. I will try the Milalax and Gatorade next time.
Heartfelt well wishes to all those who had something found and prayers for continued wellness (if you don't believe in prayers, then rabbit foot, or whatever, just wishing health to us all)
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 9:47 am
by flightco
Janknitz wrote:since I didn't want to shoot my blood sugar into the stratosphere, I mixed the Miralax with plain electrolyte water (no flavoring or sweetener). It didn't taste bad at all, just a little weird.
PowerAide zero calorie is not bad.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 9:49 am
by flightco
chunkyfrog wrote:49er, my T2 was troublesome until I got the new "tools"--mealtime insulin and multiple tests a day.
I dropped my A1c from over 8 to 6.1 in 90 days. Like cpap, if I can geek it, I can control it.
I'm totally OK with all the sticks--most are nearly pain-free, and sometimes I don't even feel the prick.
agreed, usually don't even feel them but every once in a while - ouch...
Do you use the short 31 needles.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 10:12 am
by LSAT
49er wrote:jimsp1 wrote:Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Do I assume correctly you took a total of 30 pills?
Hmm, even if my assumption is right, I am going to look into this as I definitely prefer taking pills vs. chugging alot of liquid.
Thanks!
Colonoscopy prep using Senna
http://www.plymouthgi.com/forms/sennaprep.pdf
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 11:55 am
by 49er
LSAT wrote:49er wrote:jimsp1 wrote:Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Do I assume correctly you took a total of 30 pills?
Hmm, even if my assumption is right, I am going to look into this as I definitely prefer taking pills vs. chugging alot of liquid.
Thanks!
Colonoscopy prep using Senna
http://www.plymouthgi.com/forms/sennaprep.pdf
Thanks LSAT, I greatly appreciate that.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 12:26 pm
by LSAT
49er wrote:LSAT wrote:49er wrote:jimsp1 wrote:Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Do I assume correctly you took a total of 30 pills?
Hmm, even if my assumption is right, I am going to look into this as I definitely prefer taking pills vs. chugging alot of liquid.
Thanks!
Colonoscopy prep using Senna
http://www.plymouthgi.com/forms/sennaprep.pdf
Thanks LSAT, I greatly appreciate that.
If you are concerned about "chugging alot of liquid", remember...with the Senna you still will be drinking 10 glasses of 8 oz each vs 64 oz of Gatorade.
Re: OT: Colonoscopy Prep
Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2017 12:35 pm
by 49er
LSAT wrote:49er wrote:LSAT wrote:49er wrote:jimsp1 wrote:Being in a high risk group I've had 3 colonoscopies. Each time the prep was 2 rounds of 15 OTC senna tablets taken about 8 hours apart. This worked fine. Can't imagine anything could have emptied be out more than those tablets did.
Do I assume correctly you took a total of 30 pills?
Hmm, even if my assumption is right, I am going to look into this as I definitely prefer taking pills vs. chugging alot of liquid.
Thanks!
Colonoscopy prep using Senna
http://www.plymouthgi.com/forms/sennaprep.pdf
Thanks LSAT, I greatly appreciate that.
If you are concerned about "chugging alot of liquid", remember...with the Senna you still will be drinking 10 glasses of 8 oz each vs 64 oz of Gatorade.
Great point, thanks.