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A: Yes, although risks are associated with the procedure, colonoscopy is a safe and secure procedure.

A: Most of the patients feel no pain during the procedure because of mild sedation. But few people may feel much pain and cramps without sedation.

A: Complications are infrequent with colonoscopy surgeries, but as every medical procedure involves some risk. Few patients may experience bleeding, bowel teras, and infection after the colonoscopy.

A: A gastroenterologist specializing in gastrointestinal diseases with special training in colonoscopy must be preferred to perform a colonoscopy.

A: The doctor may give you general anesthesia to make you sedate, which will help you relax. It may put you to sleep during the surgical procedure.

A: The colonoscopy procedure takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Although, it may vary from patient to patient. The doctor gives general anesthesia to make the patient comfortable.

A: If a patient report comes with a polyp fee in colonoscopy, he/she won't need another one for 5-10 years. But if polyps are found doctors may recommend a follow-up colonoscopy to detect colon cancer.