Effects after colonoscopy

I had a colonoscopy 2 weeks ago . 2 polyps and 2 biopsies were taken . I haven’t had the results , but I would like to know if it’s normal to be constipated for 2 weeks following the procedure . I do feel things may be settling down now, but wasn’t expecting this 

  • I had a colonoscopy 2 weeks ago . 2 polyps and 2 biopsies were taken . I haven’t had the results , but I would like to know if it’s normal to be constipated for 2 weeks following the procedure . I do feel things may be settling down now, but wasn’t expecting this 

  • Hello Joandy, 

    Welcome to our forum and keeping everything crossed for you for good results! I am sorry though to hear you have been feeling constipated for two weeks following the procedure but I am glad that things are settling down now. It might be worth asking your doctor whether this may have been linked to the colonoscopy or if there are other possible explanations. Perhaps you could give your GP a call or mention this to your specialist when you get your results. 

    I hope you hear from others here who have experienced the same and that you will find out more about this soon. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator