Don't be scared Part Deux

A friend saw my blog on the colonoscopy earlier today, and added her "Amen" to my colleague's advice.

"I loved your topic and I am a pro at it (have had one twice, and am due this Spring for a third, since everyone on my dad's side died of colon cancer). I totally agree with your friend, the procedure is a breeze - and there is no need, in Katie's words, 'to die of embarrassment.'

The most challenging part of the exam is the 'prep.' The first time I had to drink the gallon of stuff, I gagged and half way thru called the doctor's office defiantly refusing to drink an ounce more. They said, 'no problem.' The second time, I asked for an alternative 'drink' and guess what, they gave me something a fraction of the size, not nearly as disgusting in taste, and even the prep was a piece of cake (well, not quite, but you get my point). Why they don't offer this normally, is beyond me, but at least now I know what to ask for (you might want to do the same when you make your appointment)."

So, there you go. Be sure to ask for the "express lane."