I really shouldn't make that statement because sooner or later (probably sooner) I undoubtedly will have to have one (another one). Although I will go on record saying that, in my experience, root canals aren't all that bad.
What is bad, horrible, awful, terrible, disgusting is the stuff you have to drink before you have a colonoscopy.
OMG nasty.
The slimy viscosity, the saltiness, and the smell (I chose the pineapple flavor packet) are a trifecta of torture. With the exception of the first 8 ounces, I have gagged every time I've taken a drink. Before the night is over I will either A.) throw up, B.) spew the noxious junk out my nose, or C.) dump the whole mess down the drain and cancel my appointment. I would like to think the correct answer is C, but smart money would bet on A or B.
What I haven't done so far is used the toilet in a meaningful way.
The instructions the doctor gave me said that most people (emphasis added) will experience "results" within an hour of drinking the first 8 ounces.
Two and one half hours later, I'm still waiting.
This is one time I would be thrilled to be considered average.
My appointment for the procedure isn't until late afternoon, so I have time. But I would prefer to get it over with instead of waiting until the last minute.
Now I know why everyone I've talked to told me that the colonoscopy itself isn't bad at all . . . it's the preparation that will kill you.
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