Bowel Polyps: What Are They, Should You Worry, and What Happens After Removal?
Being told that a polyp was found during your colonoscopy can feel alarming. Your mind may jump to the worst. But for most patients, finding and removing a polyp is actually good news — it is precisely what colonoscopy screening is designed to do, and it is one of the most effective ways to prevent […]
Colonoscopy vs CT Colonography
Colonoscopy vs CT Colonography: Which Bowel Investigation Is Right for You? If your doctor has recommended a bowel investigation, you may have heard of two options: a conventional colonoscopy and a CT colonography (also called a virtual colonoscopy). Both examine the inside of the large bowel — but they work very differently, have different strengths […]
Positive Bowel Cancer Screening Test (FOBT)?
Here’s What Happens Next in Liverpool. Do Not Ignore a Positive Result – Act Now Receiving a positive result on your bowel cancer screening test (FOBT – Faecal Occult Blood Test) can be frightening. Your mind may immediately jump to the worst. But understanding what a positive FOBT actually means – and what the next […]
What to Expect During a Colonoscopy in Liverpool
What to Expect During a Colonoscopy in Liverpool A Complete Patient Guide If you have been told you need a colonoscopy, it is completely normal to feel nervous or unsure about what to expect. Many patients dread the procedure more than they need to — and most are genuinely surprised by how straightforward and comfortable […]
COLONOSCOPY PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please read all instructions carefully before your procedure IMPORTANT A thorough bowel preparation is essential for a safe and accurate colonoscopy. If your bowel is not adequately prepared, the procedure may need to be repeated. Please follow these instructions exactly. 2 DAYS BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE You are required to follow a LIQUID DIET […]