FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY

SOMEONE MUST EITHER ACCOMPANY YOU OR IS AVAILABLE TO PICK YOU UP FROM THE APPOINTMENT AND STAY WITH YOU FOR 24 HOURS. We cannot perform a procedure without confirmation that someone will be accompanying you after. Sedation is given to keep you comfortable during the procedure. NO DRIVING FOR 24 HOURS – WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED ON THE DAY OF THE PROCEDURE
 

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: 2-3 days prior to the procedure: STOP taking iron supplements and fiber supplements. AVOID foods that contain small, hard to digest foods like the following: Iron pills, nuts, seeds, berries, grapes,
multigrain breads/cereals, or sweet corn

DAY OF YOUR FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY: Present to the Yarmouth Hospital 2 HOURS BEFORE YOUR FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY. YOU WILL RECEIVE A FLEET ENEMA 1 HOUR before your flexible sigmoidoscopy. 

​

AFTER THE PROCEDURE: Following the procedure, you will be escorted to our recovery area where you will rest until you are fully awake and deemed ready to safely return home. Upon discharge, our medical staff will provide you with detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth and comfortable recovery. It is strongly advised that you spend the rest of the day resting to allow your body to recuperate fully.

​

You might experience mild discomforts such as bloating or cramping; these are common and typically resolve within 24 hours. However, our team is here for you, so please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or if your symptoms persist. Your well-being is our top priority, and we are committed to supporting you every step of the way in your recovery process.

​