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All About GI Prep
Know before you go to the Tryon Endoscopy Center
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Getting ready actually starts one week before your procedure, with a low-fiber diet and more.
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Printable prep instructions
This website is easy to follow, but if you'd rather print your instructions, we have you covered.
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Something's not right
If you're in the middle of prepping for your colonoscopy and you have a concern, call the GI nurse.
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Ensure a successful procedure
Do these six things to ensure you do not have to repeat your colonoscopy.
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Can't I use Cologuard®?
At-home stool tests are convenient, but they leave questions. The colonoscopy is the gold standard that gives you peace of mind.
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How to prepare for a colonoscopy
One week prior to your appointment
Eat a low fiber diet, and avoid corn, nuts, seeds and popcorn to improve the effectiveness of the prep.
Plan your transportation. You MUST have a ride home after the procedure.
Click here for more instructions for those on blood thinners or who have chronic constipation.
48 hours prior to your appointment
Refrain from alcoholic beverages.
We will call you 48 hours prior to confirm the scheduled procedure(s).
Click here for more instructions for those who are diabetic or have chronic constipation.
24 hours prior to your appointment
AVOID solid foods. Starting with breakfast, begin a clear liquid diet and remember to stay hydrated
Begin your bowel prep. Remember, if you’ve done it properly you should see the bottom of the toilet bowl clearly.
Click here for more instructions if you need to modify your home medications.
The day of your procedure
Do NOT eat or drink within the specified times the day of your procedure or it will be canceled.
Take only medications you have been instructed to with small sips of water up to two hours before your procedure.
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After the procedure
You SHOULD NOT WORK as you are technically under the influence of sedatives. Do not drive for the rest of the day.
Some cramping and bloating is normal after and walking around can help move the air out of your colon.
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Resources
January 10, 2023
Colonoscopy: the most important thing you’ll do in 2023
It’s natural, as we enter a new year, to aspire to a healthier and happier version of ourselves. For many, this means losing a few pounds or even training for…
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March 21, 2022
Preventing colon cancer during Colon Cancer Awareness Month
As the third most diagnosed cancer in the United States, colon cancer is increasingly a cancer affecting younger Americans, with 12% of diagnosed colon cancers occurring in patients under 50…
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November 19, 2021
Four things to know before a colonoscopy
More than 50,000 people a year die from colon cancer. The biggest contributing factor is that 40 percent of Americans don’t get screened.
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November 11, 2021
Nine reasons to schedule your colonoscopy with Tryon
Tryon’s gastroenterology team has designed every other aspect of the Tryon Endoscopy Center to be as easy and efficient as possible for patients and families.
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August 19, 2021
The pros and cons of Cologuard®: Is it right for you?
You may be interested in the convenience that Cologuard advertisements tout, but is it right for you? Here are the pros and cons every person should know about Cologuard.
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May 12, 2021
45 Is the New 50 for Colonoscopies
The colorectal cancer screening age of 50 that people are so familiar with has now been decreased to age 45.
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A colonoscopy to smile about
Tryon Endoscopy Center, where Tryon doctors are happy to have their GI procedures
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