Traumatised

I had my first and last colonoscopy today . I asked to have a strong sedation with entinox because I had a traumatic experience as a child. So feel anxious with anyone being near my privates. Dr brushed it off, then was very rough with me , I screamed out in pain but he wouldn't stop, and the nurse was holding me down ... I felt violated.. and will be taking this further. Sedation never worked, they wouldn't give me entinox telling me it's almost over. !! It was rushed , done in 5 minutes. They told me it would be 30 minutes, and took 4 biopsies! Disgusting treatment. I'll be speaking to my solicitor  

  • Welcome to the forum Neveragain although I'm so sorry you had such an unpleasant experience during your colonoscopy.

    Do speak to the Hospital and let them know of your concerns. There is more information about how to complain just here: www.england.nhs.uk/.../ 

    I hope you don’t have to wait too long for your results and that you have a good outcome.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • So sorry that you have been through this it's not my experience my last colonoscopy was a ct scan, the only uncomfortable bit was the IV and the feeling that l was going to pee myself when the solution went through. My gp said they are using scans here now rather than the usual colonoscopy. They are quicker and you don't have to wait to recover afterwards no sedation is needed. I would be happy to have another one if needed. They found ovarian cysts not bowel at all!  As the referral goes straight through to the appropriate clinic l was seen in gynaecology oncology in three weeks my gp didn't know until l told her afterwards. 

    I hope you have your results soon and they are good . I would contact PALS at the hospital and tell them about your experience. They can look into it for you and advise you what to do next.  
    take care 

    Susie