I finally plucked up courage to arrange my colonoscopy, im having it 30th at 5pm,, I chode sedation, does anyone know the difference between sedation and gas and air ? xxx
I finally plucked up courage to arrange my colonoscopy, im having it 30th at 5pm,, I chode sedation, does anyone know the difference between sedation and gas and air ? xxx
Hi Hariett,
Sedation uses medicine to help you relax, whereas gas and air is something you breathe in, also to help you relax. There is some more information about this on the NHS website.
I hope this is helpful, and that all goes OK with the appointment.
Wishing you all the best,
Ben
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Thank you Ben, I'm really nervous :(
Please have it done my Mum died without having this as she was told she was too frail.Be brave x
So sorry to hear about your mum love,,im having it done on the 30th at 5pm xx