Colonoscopy question.

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<p>Sorry for the nature of this question. I had my colonoscopy this morning and they said everything went fine. I’m good for another 10 years! Yea! </p>

<p>Is it usual to have severe abdominal cramps after 4 hours. I am so uncomfortable. After the procedure I went back to bed. I couldn’t eat after the procedure and still can’t eat more than a few bites. </p>

<p>I tried calling the doctor’s office but they must be at lunch. My H went back to work and he’s in a meeting. Right now my only option is calling 911 and I don’t want to do that if this is normal. Thanks.</p>

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<p>I believe it is normal to have some discomfort and cramping after a colonoscopy due to gas being trapped. My husband certainly had some gas issues after his. Having said that, if it is very severe, I would certainly keep on trying to contact the doctor and if it is intolerable then go to the ER. There can be complications from a colonoscopy such as a perforation. Better err on the safe side.</p>

<p>Hope you feel better soon.</p>

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<p>Most likely trapped gas. This is very common after colonoscopy and can be very painful. Try changing positions–lie on left side, bend over, etc. to release gas. If you don’t get relief, keep trying to reach your doctor because it could be something more serious.</p>

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<p>Thanks. I’ll try these suggestions. Did not expect to feel like this. H was fine after his, of course lol!</p>

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<p>You should also try to drink because dehydration can cause cramps and pain.</p>

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<p>When they do the colonoscopy they blow air into your tract to inflate the tract to be able to examine it. This would be equivalent to having a lot of gas which of course can sometimes be uncomfortable. Also, when they ‘round the corner’ of the large intestine it can cause some lingering pain. I had a bit of that the first time (not the second time) but is was very mild - not like you’re describing.</p>

<p>There’s a good chance you’re feeling the air bloat but of course there could always be another issue so definitely call the office back as soon as you can.</p>

<p>I also didn’t feel like eating much for the rest of the day following the colonoscopy so I don’t think that’s unusual despite not having eaten much for a couple of days. Don’t worry about that - the appetite will likely be all back by tomorrow.</p>

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<p>deb, I also think it is trapped gas. I experienced this very same thing when I underwent my first colonoscopy. By all means, contact your doctor but more than likely it is nothing to be alarmed about! </p>

<p>Welcome to “Club 50 And Beyond”!</p>

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<p>Thanks again. Feeling a little better. Walked around a bit and that seemed to help. I was surprised to feel so uncomfortable.</p>

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<p>^^ I think it just hits different people in different ways - we’re all built differently.</p>

<p>Walking around and getting up and down a bit and flexing your system, if you get my meaning, may help.</p>

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<p>^I said “trapped gas”, but meant trapped AIR as GladGrad pointed out.</p>

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<p>^^ You were right - air is a gas.</p>

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<p>I have Ulcerative Colitis, thus Ihave a colonsocopy every other year…so lots of experience.</p>

<p>Try walking, stretch your arms over your head and then slowly bend down as if to touch your toes. Do this near a chair or something in case you get dizzy (I do–but I have weird reactions to anesthesia (sp)). Or try crawling around. </p>

<p>Do try and drink something. For me, it’s generally Gatorade or chicken broth (i make it up ahead of tme). Dehydration came make the whole situation worse, so drink something. I hope you are feeling better soon.</p>