Why has America settled on colonoscopies when most of the world has not?

Re:Why has America settled on colonoscopies when most of the... by stuckkeys on Sunday October 29, 2023 @03:21AM (#38056459)

Lucky you. I am color blind. I cannot see certain hues which in poop is very critical. Although once I did drink prune juice and I freaked the hell out after going to the bathroom (I had forgotten I had taken few cans) The color was so strong. But yeah, I think men in general like to postpone having to bring this to anyones attention and it sucks.

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Re:Why has America settled on colonoscopies when most of the... by crimony on Sunday October 29, 2023 @07:58AM (#38057689)

My dad was also colourblind, and it was only when my mum saw the blood in the toilet that he got tested (at 57). Stage 4 metastatic bowel cancer. He got 8 more years of life but I wouldn't say they were all good years. He died nearly 20 years ago now. Mum is still in good health at 81. I'm 53 now and have had 5 yearly colonoscopies since I was 35, I'm not taking any chances. I don't mind the prep, and don't feel a thing or remember anything about the procedures themselves.

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Re:Why has America settled on colonoscopies when most of the... by Obscurity4340 on Sunday October 29, 2023 @08:01AM (#38057716)

There might be "apps" for that although you should heartily review their privacy policy and alway have internet off for it

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