Butt probed

I got the all clear for my colon today.  This morning I had my first colonoscopy.  I have to tell you, it wasn't bad at all.  I started my prep drink last night at 5:00 and that was the worse part, and I have to say that wasn't too bad.  I mixed it with a packet of crystal light, left it in the refrigerator for it to get cold and then drank it with a straw.  Thanks to my Aunt Gwin for all of the pointers.  I am learning that there are many different kinds of colon prep.  I feel I lucked out with mine.  I had to drink a quart of the mixture in an hour (8 oz. every 15 minutes), then wait an hour and a half and then drink another quart.  That sure cleaned my system out let me tell ya!

I arrived at Northwestern  45 minutes before my procedure.  Within 30 minutes I was checked in, dressed in my robe and had an IV in.  I walked to the operating room, laid down on the bed and within 10 minutes I was out like a light.  I woke up in recovery very thirsty, hungry and drowsy but did not feel at all like my butt was probed.  I was a little sleepy so I took a nap when I got home and woke up and went about my day.  The doctor said my colon looked good - he didn't have to remove anything - and I will now have to get a colonoscopy every three years for the rest of my life.  Piece of cake!

Next week my cousins go in for a colonoscopy (yay!  Phil and Jill) - have you scheduled yours yet??  Well, my mom has yet to schedule hers, so why don't you email her (gmatson10@gmail.com) or text her (312) 505-4511 and let her know she's WELL over due.  Maybe that will due the trick. LOVE YOU MOM :)

My brother goes in next Tuesday for his butt probe.  Everyone cannot believe that he was diagnosed with colon cancer but has never had a colonoscopy.  Maybe his procedure will be 1/2 the time since he doesn't have 2 feet of his colon.  One advantage I guess :)  Just kidding bro - you know I love ya.

Sox it to it Lar...