I know this sounds crazy. But I am having the procedure done at 11 and I have to be at a very important dinner at 6. Will I be able to go?
2007-09-07 09:01:34 · 10 answers · asked by JJ 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
It depends on what kind of sedation you get, whether or not you'll be up to it. Some places use a combination of Versed and Demerol or fentanyl, and that'll hang around for a while. you might feel OK, you might not.
If you are going to be sedated by an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist, ask for propofol only. It wears off quickly, and you'll feel better faster.
If you decide to go, make sure someone else drives you. The combination of sedation and dehydration from the prep will make you potentially unsafe behind the wheel.
2007-09-07 10:42:10 · answer #1 · answered by Pangolin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how it is being done. If you have a similar procedure to the one I had four years ago, the prior day's preparation will be EXTREMELY irritating and uncomfortable -- those Fleet Phospho-Soda enemas will have you on the crapper ALL DAY LONG the day before -- and then they will sedate you -- you'll be pretty drained and groggy, even 6 hours later, as well as dehydrated.
You'll probably not really want to go, but if the sedation wears off, it will be possible. Have somebody else drive, just in case.
2007-09-07 09:16:02 · answer #2 · answered by Dave_Stark 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
there's no medical contraindication, but as stated previously, the amount of sedation you're going to experience is variable. most people are fine, but it's possible you might be so sedated that you won't feel like going. and you need to have someone drive you.
2007-09-08 05:14:58 · answer #3 · answered by belfus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not really sure, I advice you to ask your doctor before or after the colonoscopy.
2007-09-07 09:08:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how you feel after you wake up. Every one can respond differantly. I had one and I went home and took a nap for a few hours and felt fine.
2007-09-07 09:07:30 · answer #5 · answered by Alania 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should be fine physically. But having had one myself, I should warn you, you will be farting LOTS. L-O-N-G ripping ones. If it's an important dinner with family, I'd go- but if it's for business, I'd reschedule.
2007-09-07 19:33:48 · answer #6 · answered by Its Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are going to fart all day because you completely empty out and then after the procedure your digestive system is in overdrive to refuel your body.
2007-09-07 09:13:25 · answer #7 · answered by Mike B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Is your dinner date with Cameron Diaz?
(Sorry, couldn't resist)
2007-09-07 12:15:29 · answer #8 · answered by davidosterberg1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I you go need a DD to take you, due to late residual effects of meds.
2007-09-07 09:08:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The "python of love" effects people differently. As long as they have restrooms you should be fine. Bring a book :-)
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2007-09-07 09:09:13 · answer #10 · answered by muddypuppyuk 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋