Delays do colonoscopy increase risk of death

Delays do colonoscopy increase risk of death

Colonoscopy is not a fun thing to do . Not a few are also people who are afraid to do a thorough examination of the large intestine .

Although it has been advised to do a colonoscopy at age 50 years , but many people who do not do so because they feel still stay in shape and do not require colonoscopy . Though colonoscopy postpone can be fatal .

At least that is experienced by Bruce Winkler , the man from Wisconsin . Winkler argues that he did not need a colonoscopy , until one day he found the blood during bowel movements .

After the check-up , it turns Winkler has a two -stage anal cancer . The doctor explained that if only Winkler colonoscopy earlier , then the cancer can be detected early dna treated . Even so Winkler was fortunate , because if left for six months , it could be life - threatened .

Interestingly , when he realized that something was wrong , Winkler is not afraid to face a colonoscopy . Knowing the disease relieved because it makes it already knows the truth .

" It was my fear of not knowing my illness is greater than my fear to undergo colonoscopy . Felt it was not fun , but not as bad as one might imagine , " said Winkler , as reported by U.S. News ( 31 / 05 ) .

Winkler 's tale could be a lesson for you do not be afraid to undergo colonoscopy . Finding the disease early will be very useful and can save your life than procrastinate .

" It could be that there's nothing wrong with you . Yet by doing a colonoscopy you will get peace of mind . Tranquility is more valuable than the temporary discomfort when undergoing colonoscopy , " said Winkler .