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Medical Plaza 13270 Joe Battle Blvd #245
El Paso, TX 79938
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2000B Transmountain Road #260El Paso, TX 79911
3270 Joe Battle Blvd #245
El Paso, TX 79938
El Paso, TX 79911
The colonoscopy procedure is considered the standard for cancer screening and for the diagnosis and treatment of other colon conditions. This procedure allows a doctor to evaluate the inside of your colon (also known as the large bowel or intestine) with a four-foot flexible tube that has a camera and light at the end. If you have been experiencing any strange symptoms such as rectal bleeding, chronic constipation/diarrhea, your doctor may recommend that you go see a gastroenterologist for a colonoscopy to check for irregularities.
Discuss your symptoms with our doctor. Call (915) 702-0165 today.
At GastroCare of El Paso, we complete colonoscopies for a number of reasons, including determining the cause of symptoms associated with your large intestine. Although it is typically used when you already are experiencing undesirable symptoms, this procedure can also be used as a preventative measure for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy can be used to assist with the diagnosis and treatment of the following symptoms:
Before the colonoscopy procedure takes place, our El Paso gastroenterologist will provide you with special dietary instructions, including fasting the day before the exam and taking a laxative solution. The colon must be prepped in a very specific way to ensure a thorough and accurate examination.
A colonoscopy only takes about 45 minutes or less, depending on your colon and any specific condition the doctor may suspect. If your doctor detects any polyps during the procedure, we may decide to remove it at that time. You will be put under sedation and need to have a reliable ride home as you will not be able to operate a vehicle.
If you would like to learn more or set up an appointment for a colonoscopy, please call our office at (915) 702-0165.