
Know What to Expect at Your First Colonoscopy
First colonoscopy nerves are normal — and most of what people dread is the easy part. You'll likely be asleep, and the prep matters more than the scope.

First colonoscopy nerves are normal — and most of what people dread is the easy part. You'll likely be asleep, and the prep matters more than the scope.

What happens during a colonoscopy is more routine than most fear: you're sedated, the scope checks your full colon, and most polyps come out the same day.