Dear Emily,

I have had three colonoscopies and never had any problems although I certainly fretted over them. Since they were performed under general anesthetic I don't actually remember them. I was in a gurney in a pre-op area. It was boring and I feel asleep. When I woke up and I asked the nurse when my colonoscopy was going to be performed, she told me that I already had it. lol.

The prep for the procedure with laxatives was memorable although it wasn't painful or anything. Since I had precancerous polyps the test you mention was not an option for me. Maybe it is right for you though. I am so very, very sorry your mom suffered a perforation as the result of a colonoscopy. That is really sad.

I am due for a follow-up colonoscopy soon and I hope it will go as well as the others. I can certainly identify with your concerns and worries. I wish you only the best.

Sincerely yours, Yao Wen