Question: Why is it that Gastroenterologists do not better prepare their patients for a "First Colonoscopy"? Having a first colonoscopy is a very anxious and stressful time for many people.  I had my first one (2/06) and felt like my doctor had not prepared me very well for what to expect.  I have done much research since then and wish I had done more prior to my exam.  I definately would not have been as stressed before as well as after my exam.  I have since read that research has been done on this topic and it seems that different patients require different amounts of information.  Some requiring a lot, while others would rather not know.  I am one that wants to know.  Anyway, for those of you who want to be better educated on a First Colonoscopy - please e-mail me.  I found a website where you can watch a free 10 minute video on this subject.  I think that once your doctor decides that you should have a colonoscopy and you have to make the appointment for one - they should sit you down to watch this dvd.  I feel so strongly about this - I am planning to buy it for my doctor's office $150.

Answer: I felt adequately prepared even without a video.  The prep was the worst (Phospho-soda...ugh!!).   I slept through the procedure.
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