PREPARATION (Check with your doctor to assure this is his/her preferred prep)
Flexible sigmoidoscopy is well tolerated by the vast majority of patients. Mild analgesia/sedation, whether given orally or intramuscularly, is rarely needed. Oral diazepam and/or ibuprofen can be employed as needed in the individual situation.
Patient Bowel Preparation
Simple enemas (Fleet) administered until clear fluid is passed is all that is needed. This usually entails two enemas (occasionally three) 30 to 60 minutes before the procedure. You are allowed to take your medications and eat normally. If you tend to be constipated, a laxative should be taken the day before the procedure.
