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Pudding

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Asthma patient undergoing colonoscopy
Posted: 03-30-08 11:23am

I am extremely anxious about undergoing this procedure. I am not afraid of the preparation for or of the procedure itself. I am concerned about two things however. I have chronic asthma(35 years now), and I have a heart murmur(regurgitation). I have always had antibiotics before any invasive procedures, dental or otherwise. Now I am told this is no longer necessary. It greatly concerns me. I am also concerned about the effects of the sedative, Versed, I believe that is the common IV sedation drug used? that will be administered to me. I would prefer having the procedure without any sedation at all. Must sedation be used or am I being blown off by the gastroenterologist who will perform the procedure.

I do have anxiety disorder, but have it under control (for the most part) unless something such as this impending procedure comes up. I use .25 mg of Klonopin when I am anxious and this is not something I must do on a normal daily basis.

I would be so grateful to hear from others.
Thank you!!!!!!
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Tmddyan

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Posted: 03-31-08 17:09pm

hey there. i will copy this to the asthma forum where i think you will get more answers. I hpw that htis goes well for you. antibiotics are usually given after a proceedure. i wouldnt worry to much about this.
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