Ordinarily wouldn't post a topic like this

On Monday I went in for my 50 something colonoscopy and they found a huge polyp (6 cm)--think a bit bigger than a golf ball. They removed most of it and sent it to the pathologists.
I've been sweating bullets ever since as a polyp that size has a pretty good likelihood of being malignant. Doc just called and said the pathology report was clear - no cancer. How's that for a birthday present?

The reason I'm posting this is he said that if left alone, it would most likely turned cancerous in the next year or two.

IF YOU ARE 50 AND HAVEN'T HAD YOUR COLONOSCOPY, GO GET THE DAMN THING DONE!!!!!!.

It wasn't that big of a deal. The fentanyl (synthetic narcotic) makes you not care and the versed makes you forget you didn't care. The absolute worst part of it is 24 hours of clear liquids and the massive cleaning out of your colon the afternoon before. I don't remember a thing after they gave me the drugs. Again, go do it. For yourself and your family.

Glad you got the good news!
You are right, drinking all that Liquid Plumber is the worst part.

Great news

That's fantastic DD! And happy b-day as well. I'm only 30 going on 31 but I have thought about getting one done before 40...just to be extra cautious.

Thanks. Just let your doc be your guide. If no family history, I think they have pretty much established that 50 is soon enough. Wish I had done it soon as I turned 50 but like most guys, was scared of it. Piece of cake compared to 48 hours of near terror.

When I had mine done I had my wife go first to make sure it was OK. She survived OK, so I gave it a try. It went fine, not to worry. The only thing was the way the staff looked at each other and grinned when I woke up. I wondered what I had said. I assumed I had been asleep for the procedure, but they informed me I had been alert and responsive during the procedure, but couldn't remember it due to the sedating drugs. Aside from the embarrassment, it's easier than giving blood sometimes is. I was afraid I had behaved like an a$$h01e, but the staff didn't seem offended. I guess they see lots of them, and know them inside out. Have it done; it can save your fishing life.

First time I had versed was for a heart cath. The cath lab techs said I had them rolling on the floor laughing. They wouldn't tell me what I said, but hinted I was telling really dirty jokes.

On Monday, I told the endoscopy nurses about it and their exact words were, "What happens in endo stays in endo. You'd be surprised what we hear."

Where did you get it done?

River Region Medical Center in Vicksburg

Glad you came out OK. Yeah, you need to keep a yo-yo or something by the toilet so you'll have something to do during the cleaning out process. The rest is good drugs.

He man that's great to hear buddy. I know we have never met and I wouldn't know ya if I seem ya but I'd have to say I'm glad to hear that it wasn't cancerous and your gonna be ok. I lost my father at 54 of a heart attach cause he was a stubborn old fart that wouldnt go to the doctor. Everyone needs to get checked no matter how much it might suck.

I'm 44 and that time is quickly coming when I need to be looking at "the procedure"! Thanks for the info and the feedback divedeep.

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On Monday I went in for my 50 something colonoscopy and they found a huge polyp (6 cm)--think a bit bigger than a golf ball. They removed most of it and sent it to the pathologists.
I've been sweating bullets ever since as a polyp that size has a pretty good likelihood of being malignant. Doc just called and said the pathology report was clear - no cancer. How's that for a birthday present?

The reason I'm posting this is he said that if left alone, it would most likely turned cancerous in the next year or two.

IF YOU ARE 50 AND HAVEN'T HAD YOUR COLONOSCOPY, GO GET THE DAMN THING DONE!!!!!!.

It wasn't that big of a deal. The fentanyl (synthetic narcotic) makes you not care and the versed makes you forget you didn't care. The absolute worst part of it is 24 hours of clear liquids and the massive cleaning out of your colon the afternoon before. I don't remember a thing after they gave me the drugs. Again, go do it. For yourself and your family.

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Glad it came out ok, been there to . Dodged the c bullet in 08.

While we're on the subject of tests, don't neglect the highly unpopular prostate exam. They caught my prostate cancer when I was 55, and it was the aggressive kind. So far, so good.

GOOD advice from DD !!!! If you are in the 50 range or have family history ,go have the procedure . I waited until I was seeping blood and the cancer had progressed to stage 4 . My own reluctance and it want happen to me didn't work . Through radical surgery ,radiation and chemo I have been cancer free since 06,but the effect of the treatments still plague me .
And DD , truely. I am happy for you . That's great news to hear .

Had diverticulitis....ruptured 3 times...3 cononoscophies....finally colon resection. Moral of the
story...don't wait!

Guy goes into the proctologist or exam
looks on the counter...vasaline a rubber glove and bottle of beer
when Dr. comes in asks "Can understand the vasaline and rubber glove but what's up with the beer"?
DR. "That stupid nurse of mine I told her to get me a BUTT LIGHT"!

Told that during all three procedures numerous times! NO...You don't remember!!!

With all the butt talk, I forgot; HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! :drunk

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GOOD advice from DD !!!! If you are in the 50 range or have family history ,go have the procedure . I waited until I was seeping blood and the cancer had progressed to stage 4 . My own reluctance and it want happen to me didn't work . Through radical surgery ,radiation and chemo I have been cancer free since 06,but the effect of the treatments still plague me .
And DD , truely. I am happy for you . That's great news to hear .

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Have had two issues in the past that have convinced me that when something ain't right, go get it checked out. Embarrassment only lasts a few minutes; the alternative lasts considerably longer.

A guy I played ball with in high school is a psychiatrist - never slept at night, just during school. Finished with a 3.8 gpa. Used to sit up at night and listen to the "White Album" over and over. Looked up one day and out of left field said one of the most profound things I've ever heard. "The truth hurts, but the lies will kill you." Don't lie to yourself.

River Region...you was close...when I had mine done...they said I kept telling them to pull my finger...
Haywire you make a great point...prostate cancer has killed every male in my family older than me...and its a tough way to go...they have me getting the finger wave twice a year...