I have a colonoscopy scheduled for Thursday to assess the colonic involvement of my Crohn's. I have had two CT scans this year which both showed some stricturing. I was told I could go under all the way (with Propofol) and wait for a while to get the test scheduled, or I could have a lighter sedation (with Fentanyl and Versed) and have the test done sooner. I opted for the first available appointment, which was the lighter sedation option.
I haven't had a colonoscopy in 7 years and my disease has progressed quite a bit since then, so I'm worried about pain. Has anyone had a colonoscopy with strictures and used the lighter sedation option, which I would guess would be like a twilight sleep? The GI doctor feels like I'll be out of it anyway and won't feel anything, but I'm still concerned.
I haven't had a colonoscopy in 7 years and my disease has progressed quite a bit since then, so I'm worried about pain. Has anyone had a colonoscopy with strictures and used the lighter sedation option, which I would guess would be like a twilight sleep? The GI doctor feels like I'll be out of it anyway and won't feel anything, but I'm still concerned.