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Has anyone had this? I just turned 50 and the doctor performing my surgery was hardline about this particular procedure. I wondered if I will be able to work later that day. No anesthesia required for this so that wont be an issue.

Thanks! Valerie :help:

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I think they kinda take advantage of how much we want the surgery and they sorta force you into getting various diagnostics done. Same applies with a pap. What the heck does a cervical problem have to do with a band around your stomach? Would they require the same thing for removing your adenoids? It's silly but it's their game and they call the shots. Just one more reason I had my surgery in Mexico. No game playing, I just got the darn surgery.

A virtual colonoscopy is one of the worst ways to detect a problem. The old fashioned way is much better. Besides, if they find anything they have to go back and do it the old way anyhow such as removing polyps, etc.

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I was able to convince the doctor that I had just completed occult blood tests last month (in fact, I faxed them to his office yesterday) and that the colonography was too expensive for me to do this unless he ABSOLUTELY insisted. I'm sooo relieved! Thank you for your input!

Valerie

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