Myth: Preparing for a colonoscopy is hard

Preparing for a colonoscopy involves cleaning the colon, typically with the help of special drinks consumed a day or two before the procedure.

"People shouldn't be afraid of it because they don't want to drink the laxative. There are many more options so you can find something that is tolerable," Turgeon says. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about your options.

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