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I've never had a colonoscopy. I'm worried about the procedure. What should I expect?
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You can expect to be given a sedative to help you relax, and then an anesthetic will be administered to numb your abdomen. The doctor will use a scope to examine the inside of your colon. This is usually done with a camera that sends images to a monitor. If any polyps are found, they may be removed during the procedure. Afterward, you may feel tired or sore for a few days, but there should not be any long-term side effects.