The procedure went really well and all of my results came back normal, which is great because it means there’s nothing more serious going on. They took some biopsies too, just to be sure and I’ll see my doctor in a few weeks to go over everything and figure out what I can do to help my symptoms.
My H snapped these shots before I went in for my procedure:
Now to the bad and ugly—the “prep” drink. If I never in my life have to drink that prep drink again, I’ll be a happy gal. The drink was the absolute worst part of the entire experience. Worse than being starving all day, worse than the countless hours on the toilet (yes, hours when you add it all up.)
My H was my own personal cheerleader last night. He sat with me and encouraged me as I sucked that evil drink through a straw—and like a champ, I downed each drink (4 hours apart) in under 3 minutes. It was disgusting and totally gag-worthy, but I wanted it to be over, and the faster I drank it, the faster it would be over.
I finally had my first real meal today— a chicken salad sandwich and fruit cup from Zoe’s Kitchen. YUM! It felt so good to eat but I’m also experiencing a very odd feeling in my upper stomach area…almost like a very very faint heartburn or something…I did get a camera down my throat today, so not sure if it’s from that or not.
It feels so amazing to eat again, even though my belly still feels uncomfortable. I’ve had a total of 2 awesome naps today which is great. It really sucks the energy out of you to have such a dramatic cleanse.
Hope everyone had a great Monday! It’s back to work for me tomorrow ๐ Thank you again to everyone who was so supportive! I’m lucky to have such awesome readers.
xoxo,
Veronika.
Beautygirl24 says
I'm so happy that the procedure went well V. You probably handled it like a trooper! And how sweet of your hubby to get those gorgeous earrings for you. They are beautiful!
monika says
Its great that it all went okay. I would never have the guts to do what you did, unless i really had to. And those earrings are gorgeous!
xoxo monika.
Christina says
glad to hear you made it through V! The worst is over…and nothing beats an experience like that than a sweet gift from your hubby. Beautiful earrings! ๐
Christina
Beautyqueenblog.com
Michelle (LipstickRules) says
I'm so glad to hear it went well.
What a great hubby you have!Gorgeous earrings!
Michelle
xx
Jenny says
Sweet hubby ๐ ๐
So glad everything went well, V!
Cmrpsu says
Glad to hear the procedure went well V! You're a true champ and when I have to get one ( I have stomach issues too and will need one eventually) it won't be so bad knowing you could do it!! And your hubs rocks how sweet of him ๐
Kelsey says
I'm glad you are ok!!! Take care and recover!!!
Wendy says
Great that you are ok! So it is probably just your IBS. Hopefully a change in diet can help. Good luck!
Caroline says
So glad everything went well for you– what a sweet husband too ๐
Perhaps you should indulge in a retail therapy session soon for a full recovery? ๐
[email protected] says
@caroline—I've already got a shopping trip planned ๐ LOL. I haven't gone clothes shopping in a long time.
thanks everyone for your sweet comments ๐
carokinsella says
you are going back to work tomorrow? wow i thought you would need at least another day to recover but i am happy that everything went well for you and that you can resume your normal schedule ๐
[email protected] says
@caro– yep,back to work ๐ aside from the heartburn, I feel okay.
Whitney says
I'm glad that everything went well and that you can now cross this off your list. Awesome that the colonoscopy ruled out anything serious and that you can now focus on ways to handle your IBS.
Very sweet of your H, too. About a week ago, I actually sent my husband a photo of peonies and a photo of a ring setting to his iPhone. Y'know, just in case he needed to have immediate access to what I want at all times ๐ ~ Great minds think alike! lol
Southern Domestic Bliss says
OBSSESED with those earrings! Glad you're doing well. =)
michelle ellis says
I'm so glad that everything went well, and so sorry that you had to go through that. What a sweet and wonderful hubby you have!
Jill says
Glad you made it through the procedure.
Did you hear that Cheryl Cole is going to be one of the judges on the US version of the XFactor? I know she's one of your favorites! I just heard it today…not sure if it's breaking news or not….
Chrissy says
So glad that everything turned out well! Girl, I told you that prep the night before is NO JOKE, though!;)
lbenoit says
I totally agree that the drink is the worst part of the whole thing. Now that I know what it is like I honestly dont know if I could ever do it again. Good on you for getting through the whole thing!
illy says
am glad it went well! feel better sweetie xoxox
emilyโ says
I'm happy to hear it went well! ( I mean as well as that type of thing can go)
OK, too funny cuz after I saw Noelle's blog post about those earrings I instantly added them to my mental wish list! Good on H for getting them for you!!
Jenna says
Glad to hear there is nothing serious wrong and that you are recovering well after your procedure, but I hope they can figure out more what has been giving you the stomach pains. I know not knowing exactly what's wrong in there can be pretty frustrating.
But nothing like a great gift from the hubs to start feeling better!
Natalia Valerie says
I am happy to hear that everything went well and there is nothing serious going on. I have to agree that having that amazing cheerleader must help a lot!
xoxo
-Nat
Anh says
Ohhhhh, doesn't sound like fun, but it seems like having your man has made it bearable!!! =) Hope you feel 200% better tomorrow!
gigiofca says
I'm behind w/all the news. Happy to hear that you're doing well after your procedure. How sweet to get the earrings you wanted!
Sherry Jarwin says
SO glad you took care of yourself! If it makes you feel any better – I have a curve in my colon that requires 2 1/2 days of the cleanse instead of 1 (1 just doesn't do it!). I am a cancer survivor and having the procedure is better than the alternative. Have a lovely day!
Andi says
Glad everything went ok and your results were normal! Your hubby is so thoughtful and sweet ๐
Sheila says
Glad that it went well. Also, I know you don't like to go by weight but that 6 pound loss may also be due to your hard work in the gym! I hope you recoup quickly! Your earrings are beautiful! Great job to your H.
Laura says
Hope you feel better soon Veronika! I had surgery on my colon a couple years ago and had to drink that nasty stuff too. Years later it still makes me gag just thinking about it. Glad things are going to well so far!
Anonymous says
How sweet of him! I am very happy to read you are doing well. Will you need to return? I have to have another in two years.
Rachel says
So glad to hear that your results came out normal! Your husband is great, too! Sounds like he did an amazing job taking care of you, and those earrings are gorgeous!
Mandy says
Glad to hear you're doing well! The earrings are so cute! Very pretty!
Natasha xoxo says
What great news Veronika! I'm glad things went well. ๐ Your husband is too sweet.