Hello,
Just back from a colonoscopy that practically didn't happen, and found this site that I hope may shed some light on my situation. This was my 2nd ever colonoscopy, first when 50 and todays at 59. Different doctors. Have family history of colon cancer, Mother passed at 60 and sister dx at 61 who was treated and is now cancer free. Todays colonoscopy was aborted due to redundant colon. Never knew I had this dx. Anyone know if a colon can become redundant over time, or would it have had to be redundant at first (successful) colonoscopy? A barium test was suggested for next screening attempt, which I believe will be in a couple of weeks or thereabouts, but on reading about that , it doesn't seem as reliable in finding all potential polyps. Anyone with a dx of redundant colon go on to have a successful colonoscopy or what measures were taken to ensure full colon was screened for cancer? TIA