Colonoscopy Diagnosis

The procedure went fine, and unlike some people told me about their own experiences, I was WIDE AWAKE and not under general anesthesia. They did have me on a sedative, but not in la-la land so the doctor could communicate with me throughout this process.

What surprised me was that when the tech brought me into the room to change out of my clothes, I started bawling because I was so scared–tears, sobs, the works. I’ve had all kinds of other medical procedures done, but for some reason this one just terrified me.

Thankfully, there is nothing seriously wrong. I have a teeny, tiny diverticulum that the doctor said is nothing to worry about. Basically, it’s a pocket inside your colon, kind of like a dent. Don’t worry–I won’t gross anyone out further by posting the pictures of my insides! Bwahahahaha!!!!

I also have a few internal hemorrhoids, and that’s what’s been causing the blood. He says that most people have these, and sometimes they just become irritated. Maybe i’ve been spending too much time sitting on my ass in front of the computer. Heh.

So I’m supposed to continue my high fiber diet and daily Metamucil, and eat four small meals a day. Wonderful. I’ve learned recently that the more active you are, the more food you need!

I’m also supposed to do these pelvic exercises. You know how you push when you poop? Well, for the exercises I’m supposed to do the opposite–you know, like you’re trying to hold it in. I have to do ten of these three times a day. Just what I need–something else to add to my daily workout routine. Brian says that once I’ve done these exercises long enough, I should be able to crack nuts with my ass. Heh. The Flying Squirrels better keep that in mind next time we play them.