How Do You Get A Colonoscopy To Test For Crohns Disease?
Many doctors recommend that patients with Crohn’s disease get a colonoscopy yearly to check for colorectal cancer. However, the test can also be used to make a definitive diagnosis of Crohn’s in patients who show symptoms of an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Since the symptoms of many IBDs overlap, the best way to know exactly which disease a patient has is to look at the type of inflammation in the intestine. Schedule an appointment with a gastroenterologist to talk about the colonscopy procedure. Bring any relevant test results and medical records with you. Let him know whether you are looking for the colonoscopy to provide a definitive diagnosis or whether you are having it as a part of the yearly colorectal cancer screening recommended for patients with Crohn’s disease. Arrange for someone to bring you to your appointment. When you get your colonoscopy you will be anesthetized using a technique known as “conscious sedation,” which combines painkillers and sedatives to help you t
