Monday, July 13, 2015

Prep

Went to my gastroenterologist during lunch break.  Finally, was cleared to undergo endoscopy and colonoscopy. Pray that the procedure will be a success and result is favorable.  It is scheduled on Monday, July 20.

The following is the preparation prior to the procedure:

July 18,Saturday 

No veggies, no fruits, no meats except fish.
Can eat rice, egg, tofu, cheese, pasta noodles, sandwiches except wheat bread.

July 19, Sunday

Same diet as for breakfast and lunch.

5PM, Lactulose 60ml followed with 2 glasses of water

6PM, dinner with general liquids--lugaw, soup or ice cream (except choco flavor)

8PM, Lactulose 60ml followed with 2 glasses of water or 2 glasses of Gatorade (except red color) or clear juices without pulp

10PM, Dulcolax 4 tabs followed with 2 glasses of water or 2 glasses of Gatorade (except red color) or clear juices without pulp

July 20, Monday

May have unlimited clear liquids only until 6 hours before procedure, then nothing per OREM

Before 3:30AM, can take water, no solid foods

After 3:30AM, no water, no solid foods

1 hour before procedure, go to Endoscopy Unit.

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