Has a colonoscopy ever affected your neuropathy?

I've read that peripheral neuropathy is not uncommon after colonoscopy, but never heard of anyone experiencing it. I've had too many of them. Usually there is a nurse who stays with you. When they introduce themselves tell them that you have a terrible time keeping your feet warm and ask if they will give you warm blankets for your feet. It you have anesthesia, you won't notice your feet during the procedure which is only about 30 minutes. Probably the only effect will be from the anesthesia. It can cause a little nausea and a day of being tired. If they remove any polyps, you could have a little blood. They stretch the colon with carbon dioxide. That can be a little uncomfortable until it escapes. I hope it's easy for you.

@bcool123
I have neuropathy and had 3 colonoscopies and never heard anything about there being a link between the procedure and neuropathy. The procedure includes using a scope to look at the lining of the colon and removing any polyps and biopsy where any abnormalities are seen. Nothing in the procedure would cause widespread nerve damage that I am aware of. Nerve damage is usually tied to toxins, vitamin deficiencies, diabetes/high blood sugars, etc.

You put on their medical gown and socks and they put warm blankets on you during the procedure and it is very quick (you are in and out in a short time because they don’t use general anesthesia).

I've had so many colonoscopies over several years and never any problems after. In fact I am scheduled to have the procedure every 5 years now because I'm prone to polyps. My father died from colon cancer so we are playing it safe. The procedure is very simple. It's the prep that is a tad uncomfortable.

I have developed neuropathy but that's from treatment for anal cancer, not a colonoscopy. Hang in there. It will be over and done with so quickly. Hugs, CB

I've been dealing with neuropathy for 10 years and have had 2 colonoscopy's in past 5+ years. I've never noticed any difference in it's severity either time. They'll put you in a gown, wrap you in a blanket, and then put those beautiful hospital socks on your feet to keep you warm. Don't worry, you'll be fine.
The worst part is the prep the day before the procedure, ask for the pills that you take with water, a lot of water, instead of that vile solution they make you drink.
I was given the all clear, and don't need another one for 10 years, yay.

Ok, I’ll take the pills!! Thanks
Bcool

Thank you. I’ll ask for socks and a warm blanket.
Bcool

Thanks for the hugs… And maybe I won’t have to have it🤞. Bcool

Do you know if the prep is ok for diabetics? Bcool

@bcool123
I am sugar sensitive so the prep usually consists of taking laxatives and MiraLAX and a clear diet for a period of time before your procedure. You can use sugar free jellos (none with red dye so usually go with green or orange), sugar free Gatorade (not red), broth/bullion, sugar free popsicles (no red), etc. I believe you can have black coffee and tea up to a certain point (may be able to add sugar free sweetener). After the prep, you can’t wait to get the procedure over with so you can eat solid food again. I really hate Gatorade because I associate it with colonoscopies. 🥴

Ha ha ha! I hate Gatorade too! But there are some good suggestions here and I thank you for that! Bcool