use mirror and sexamine with fingers gently. if there are swells they are most likely hemorrhoids. wait 6.9 days to see if it subsides. if not see an arse or gi tract specialist.
Just did that, need 2 samples, after pang sai already use the given 2 sample stick to poke the sai 4 times at different places, write the date on the 1st sample.
If 2nd day no sai, then do it the 3rd day, write date and send to clinic.
My colleague has been having unexplained hematuria while sitting on the toilet straining to pass motion. Imagine his alarm that the blood was coming from his pee instead of from his anus. After 1 year of various tests at NUH, the urologists could not locate the problem.
use mirror and sexamine with fingers gently. if there are swells they are most likely hemorrhoids. wait 6.9 days to see if it subsides. if not see an arse or gi tract specialist.
Just did that, need 2 samples, after pang sai already use the given 2 sample stick to poke the sai 4 times at different places, write the date on the 1st sample.
If 2nd day no sai, then do it the 3rd day, write date and send to clinic.
Everyone after 50 years should go for a colonscopy.
Do NOT wait
AI Overview
A colonoscopy is a medical procedure used to examine the lining of the colon and rectum for abnormalities like polyps, cancer, or inflammation. It involves inserting a long, flexible tube with a camera (a colonoscope) into the rectum and guiding it through the colon. This allows doctors to visualize the intestinal lining, take biopsies, and remove polyps.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Purpose:
Screening:
Colonoscopies are a key tool for detecting colorectal cancer and precancerous polyps, especially in individuals at average risk starting at age 45 and those with increased risk factors.
Diagnosis:
They help identify the cause of symptoms like abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, and anemia.
Monitoring:
Colonoscopies are also used to monitor patients with a history of polyps, colorectal cancer, or inflammatory bowel disease.
Procedure:
Preparation:
Before the procedure, patients need to thoroughly cleanse their colon, typically through a bowel preparation regimen (laxatives).
Sedation:
Patients are usually given sedation or anesthesia to help them relax and minimize discomfort during the procedure.
Examination:
The colonoscope is carefully inserted and guided through the colon, and the doctor can view images of the colon lining on a monitor.
Biopsies and Polyp Removal:
If any abnormalities are found, samples of tissue (biopsies) can be taken for further analysis, and polyps can be removed using instruments passed through the colonoscope.
Risks:
Colonoscopies are generally considered safe, but like any medical procedure, there are some risks, including bleeding, perforation (a hole in the colon), and reactions to medications.
Complications are rare, but if they occur, they may require further treatment, such as antibiotics, blood transfusions, or even surgery.
Alternatives:
Stool tests: These tests can detect blood in the stool, which may indicate a problem, but they don't allow for direct visualization of the colon or polyp removal.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy: This procedure examines the rectum and lower part of the colon.
CT colonography: This uses X-rays to create images of the colon, but it requires bowel preparation and may miss some abnormalities.
If you have concerns about colon cancer or other colorectal issues, it's important to discuss your risk factors and screening options with a healthcare professional.