Colonoscopy is a medical procedure in which a doctor uses a flexible, lighted tube – a colonoscope – to examine the lining of the colon (large intestine). It is used to look for abnormalities such as polyps, ulcers, or cancer. It is considered the gold standard for detecting and removing precancerous polyps in the colon, and is a key tool in the prevention of colorectal cancer. Colonoscopy can also be used to diagnose and treat conditions such as bleeding, infection, narrowing, or blockages. Having regular colonoscopies can help detect and prevent colorectal cancer.
Psychological “Risks” of Colonoscopy are Greater Amongst Fecal Immunohistochemical Test Positive Individuals than those with Inflammatory Bowel Disease