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What you should know about colonoscopy - Online interview

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"Colonoscopy, first and foremost, is a diagnostic test so it actually allows us to find abnormalities in the bowel; bowel cancers, polyps, other benign bowel conditions like diverticular disease." In our latest online interview, leading consultant colorectal and general surgeon Mr Andrew Aldridge discusses colonoscopy, a diagnostic procedure used for detecting issues in the colon. The Eastbourne-based surgeon shares what to expect from the procedure in terms of pain, sedation, and recovery. 00:00 What is a colonoscopy? 00:44 What can a colonoscopy treat? 01:31 What are the signs that you should have a colonoscopy? 02:37 How painful is the colonoscopy procedure? 03:24 Are you awake during a colonoscopy? 04:20 How long does it normally take to recover from a colonoscopy? If you would like to book an appointment with Mr Aldridge, you can do so here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/andrew-aldridge ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh