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GI Judy's
Colon Cancer Awareness
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A colonoscopy takes about two to three hours which includes the pre-procedure preparation and recovery. You will be positioned on your left side and given oxygen to breathe during the exam. You must have a driver to accompany you home for your safety.
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Get Your
Rear
in Gear
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Image: © GI Judy
The "infamous" instrument
This is the high-tech device which has multifunctional capability such as fiberoptics to illuminnate the colon, lavage and suction to remove colon waste, a camera for photos and video, and a separate channel for using instruments to perform biopsies and remove polyps.
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This is a view of typical equipment seen in a GI procedure room.
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Now
is the time
for all people
aged 50
to get their
screening
colonoscopy!
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