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  • @cinfinator
    @cinfinator Рік тому +61

    Thank you for this! I'm 52, a 5 year survivor of stage 3C colorectal cancer. I went to the GI doc because of gastroparesis when I was 47. She scheduled and EGD and said I'm close enough to 50 so she might as well do a colonoscopy. I had no symptoms whatsoever and no family history of any cancer. I thank her every day that she decided to do that because if I had waited until I was symptomatic, I wouldn't be here today. Fun fact, I'm prepping for a colonoscopy I'm having done in the morning! Even if you don't have a family history of it, please get screened! Especially if you have any of the risk factors!
    And thank you Doc Schmidt for your informative videos!

  • @evanstedman7405
    @evanstedman7405 Рік тому +88

    This needs to go far and wide and not just within the United States...

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +22

      Thanks! Help us spread the word!

    • @evanstedman7405
      @evanstedman7405 Рік тому +10

      @@Doc_Schmidt already have. I've shared to at least 5 different Facebook groups so far...

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +12

      @@evanstedman7405 thanks so much!

    • @evanstedman7405
      @evanstedman7405 Рік тому +2

      @@Doc_Schmidt my pleasure...

    • @louspi
      @louspi Рік тому

      It's the case 💞🇨🇵

  • @garrybrown3165
    @garrybrown3165 Рік тому +34

    Important early detection message. My grandmother died from colon cancer before screening was available. At my first colonoscopy at age 50 three polyps were removed. At age 70 now I have had four colonoscopies. The bowel prep is the hardest part. As a retired radiation oncologist, who has treated patients with rectal cancer, thank you, Doc Schmidt. 3/8/2023 20:55 GJBrownDO

  • @natalievancouver8188
    @natalievancouver8188 Рік тому +31

    My colonoscopy saved my life on March 1,2020 I’ve had to have 4 major surgeries and I’m recovering from my fourth now. I had symptoms so I had to get one early but I’m so happy I did. Great video Doctors!🎉 Even if you’re below 45 and have symptoms and or family history I encourage you to get one now. I didn’t feel anything during the colonoscopy but I was awake and watched the whole procedure as well as named the anatomy😂I was the only awake person in recovery!

  • @lauren9667
    @lauren9667 Рік тому +16

    Thank you for this video. I go for mine at the end of the month. There’s a family history, so my sisters and I never skip!

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +1

      Glad to hear you’re staying up to date!

  • @carlyar5281
    @carlyar5281 Рік тому +13

    This is great! I had concerning symptoms but was only 35. However, my G.I. wanted to check things out and I’m glad we did. When he first heard my the symptoms, he commented “you’re too young for this”. He repeated the statement when they found the adenoma.
    Now I get to go back and see him every three years. So far I’ve been clear! Now, my only real worry is what do I say when I’m under sedation 😳🤣

  • @capnsean8365
    @capnsean8365 Рік тому +13

    Derm here. Screening importance is our patients issue too. Problem as I see it is changing our mindset (and insurance barriers) from a illness-care system to a health care system. Skin, colon, breast, lung, etc... all better found during screening than during symptom.

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +10

      agreed! Proactive healthcare is the better approach!

    • @Professionalasshole
      @Professionalasshole Рік тому +1

      ​@@Doc_Schmidt So... I deal with A LOT of constipation. 2 weeks ago I noticed bright red blood (the night we were leaving for Mexico) I went to the ER and they did a rectal exam. Apparently I have a lesion on the inside but I can feel it on the outside? I'm still experiencing some bleeding. Is it time for "the SCOPE?" (I'm scared of it 😂)

    • @capnsean8365
      @capnsean8365 Рік тому +1

      @@Doc_Schmidt idea for your next short... muir-torre/lynch (derm+GI would be an awesome collab, just sayin)

    • @mkjirak
      @mkjirak Рік тому +1

      Thank you for pointing this out, my grandmother had multiple melanomas so I get checked once a year. But it can happen to anyone. Having a good dermatologist is a necessity!

  • @AmyElizabeth82
    @AmyElizabeth82 Рік тому +10

    As a survivor of colorectal cancer at age 39, I am extremely grateful that you are helping to spread the word about this form of cancer. It can be an uncomfortable topic but it definitely needs to be discussed. 💙

  • @thatfuzzypotato1877
    @thatfuzzypotato1877 Рік тому +7

    A scope saved my grandfather. They found cancer while it was still treatable. He needed a colostomy bag, but it beats dying.
    I had to have a colonoscopy myself in my 20s when I suddenly had severe bleeding and we ruled out hemorrhoids. Needed a patch of intestine cauterized. Don't be scared of one! Sure, the prep sucks, but it beats missing something!

  • @powers1217
    @powers1217 Рік тому +7

    My husband is scheduled for his first colonoscopy next month; he’s 50. The word needs to get out that the recommendation has changed to 45. I’ve been getting regular scopes since I was 30 because I have Crohn’s disease and even I didn’t know or I would’ve insisted my husband have one 5 years ago. Thank you for this video!

  • @kurtie6794
    @kurtie6794 Рік тому +4

    My sister-in-law passed from a type of GI cancer (ampullary carcinoma), she was only 28. Wish everyone could just get a general cancer screening every year

  • @MachelTheDestroyer
    @MachelTheDestroyer Рік тому +6

    I think it’s less about being informed and more about people not being able to afford any medical care, let alone preventative care.

    • @nicokelly6453
      @nicokelly6453 Рік тому

      Combination of both, because even those who can afford it don't always do it. But yes it's a major problem how expensive even one simple doctor's visit can be in the US.

    • @virginiamoss7045
      @virginiamoss7045 Рік тому +1

      Yes! Unaffordability. The greater issue, though, is the obscene wealth gap not only in the US, but globally. Tax the rich and pay people more!

  • @loosilu
    @loosilu Рік тому +2

    My sister had a colonoscopy in October at age 53. Five polyps and one cancer tumor. In December she had surgery; and it had not spread to her lymph nodes. She does not need chemo or radiation. She would NEVER have known without the colonoscopy.

  • @kathyryder828
    @kathyryder828 Рік тому +12

    When I had a colonoscopy 5 years ago I wasn't sedated. It was very painful and I definitely remember the procedure. My brother was diagnosed at 36 with stage 4 colorectal cancer so I'm in a higher risk group. I'm overdue for a second colonoscopy but my experience last time has put me off.

    • @jodil1209
      @jodil1209 Рік тому +2

      I had to tell the anesthesiologist that I am hard to keep asleep, so they might have used something else? That sounds awful, though.

    • @Laura-ql4mg
      @Laura-ql4mg Рік тому +4

      I think you can have a choice of a light or heavier sedation. I'd definitely ask, especially if you're put off of the idea of going again

    • @nursecathy123cat
      @nursecathy123cat Рік тому +3

      Years ago, they were done without sedation but I didn’t realize any physician would do that now! When done properly, you won’t feel a thing. And even the prep is easier now. If your GI doc doesn’t agree to sedation, find another. You don’t have to suffer!

    • @slinkywhippet
      @slinkywhippet Рік тому +3

      I have them done every 3 years & I metabolise sedatives very quickly so I've been awake for a lot of mine. A couple anesthesiologists were kind enough to give me top ups throughout or double the dose but the others just left me alone which sucks. Tbf it's fine for me until they go round the corners & then it's horrible. I can deal though as I'm used to pain from chronic illnesses. Despite all this I'm more than happy to go through it (&the prep which is by far the worst part) to ensure they catch anything sinister going on.

    • @kathyryder828
      @kathyryder828 Рік тому

      @@nursecathy123cat it depends where you live. Americans tend to be ethnocentric and assume that things are done the same in other countries. I don't live in the U.S.

  • @PeterEvans_music
    @PeterEvans_music Рік тому +5

    I was the first to view this. I find this kind of content useful for showing people medical information

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for tuning in early! Glad you enjoyed

  • @ImJuiccyy
    @ImJuiccyy Рік тому +4

    Nice video, colon cancer and cancer in general is important to identify and I don't think many people understand that

  • @kahhtd
    @kahhtd 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for raising awareness! I wish my doctors took things as seriously as you when I started presenting symptoms of colon cancer. It was so hard for me to get a colonoscopy referral because my symptoms were written off numerous times, I'm young, and I have no family history... and, frankly, I didn't know that much about colon cancer and had no idea how to evaluate information I found online about what was going on with me. I'm glad my younger sister has now had a colonoscopy and will get them regularly because of my diagnosis. That said, my husband (who is 50 now) hasn't been able to get a colonoscopy for routine screening, just a FIT test... I don't get it sometimes.
    Also, I certainly remember my colonoscopy! I wasn't completely sedated, but I was put on enough drugs to be comfortable.

  • @dacisky
    @dacisky Рік тому +2

    First scope,f my GI Doc found a big polyp,I was sent to a specialist who removed it with his scope...No cancer. I have had 2 follow ups,still good.😎

  • @tanya5322
    @tanya5322 Рік тому

    Right…
    I don’t remember all of it, but I do remember complaining of discomfort.
    That said, when it’s time to do it again… I will do it again.

  • @andrewmathias
    @andrewmathias Рік тому

    So important!

  • @kelloggs7447
    @kelloggs7447 Рік тому +1

    Awesome messaging - fun, engaging while still delivering and important message - All PSA should be like this.

  • @slinkywhippet
    @slinkywhippet Рік тому

    More people need to see this! I nursed my mum through bowel cancer until she died 18yrs ago & I personally get screened every three years as I have other medical issues which mask the normal symptoms of bowel cancer. I was offered genetic counselling way back then but never took them up on the offer - I'm now wondering if I should get it, just to be on the safe side or if screening is enough 🤔 But anyway the more bowel cancer is talked about and destigmatised the more people will take note of early symptoms and see a doctor. Thank you for doing this ❤❤❤

  • @anotherfriendlyshikikan6960

    I’m far from 45 but good to know there’s a way to detect and treat potential colon cancerous growth all in one nap

  • @GoldenVulpes
    @GoldenVulpes Рік тому +1

    I feel like a lot of GP don't take GI symptoms seriously. It's often dismiss as a "tummy ache" and eat more fiber

  • @sarahees891
    @sarahees891 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for this. My mother died of colorectal cancer, she was mid forties and otherwise healthy with no risk factors. I have been screened since I was about 30, so far so good. The prep is awful, I usually do the scope with nitrous oxide instead of sedation but it is hideous, not going to lie. Worth it though. X

  • @Skenjin
    @Skenjin Рік тому +2

    I have severe Crohns Disease so I have a colonoscopy no less than every 2 years.
    The bowel prep is misery.

  • @bakugo9761
    @bakugo9761 Рік тому +1

    VERY IMPORTANT VIDEO. I really like how informative this is and it neeeeeds to reaxh out more and more peoole

  • @jodil1209
    @jodil1209 Рік тому +1

    This is a really good collab. Thank you for making it. It's good to spread the word.

  • @jnennapooh
    @jnennapooh Рік тому +1

    I am MLH1 positive, thank you for sharing the importance of getting a colonoscopy. You might want to do one for Lynch/MLH1

  • @empyie666
    @empyie666 Рік тому +1

    This helped me convince my boyfriend to get checked :^)

  • @TheRealityfades
    @TheRealityfades Рік тому +2

    Don’t forget that Lynch syndrome can also be one cause of cancer. Or immunosuppressants. Still a super important video, though!

  • @DoctorWheatear
    @DoctorWheatear Рік тому +2

    My uncle also said I wouldn't remember it after.

  • @m.c.p.2066
    @m.c.p.2066 Рік тому

    Other than turning 45 (fit, healthy diet, non smoker, non drinker, no family history) no other risk factors, but found a sessile serrated adenoma. Glad I got screened!

  • @marenawheatley5260
    @marenawheatley5260 Рік тому +1

    I work for Exact Sciences, the company that makes Cologaurd!

  • @sivula17
    @sivula17 Рік тому

    LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK!

  • @quinny98
    @quinny98 Рік тому

    Excellent video!

  • @m136dalie
    @m136dalie Рік тому +1

    The music when he shows the colonoscope lol

    • @janharris8672
      @janharris8672 11 місяців тому

      It reminds me of a plumbing snake.

  • @HansLemurson
    @HansLemurson Рік тому

    I still remember TotalBiscuit's colon cancer saga...

  • @scriptorpaulina
    @scriptorpaulina Рік тому

    I had a 2” adenoma removed in pieces by the scope at 24 because I was having intestinal bleeding. So don’t delay getting checked or thinking it’s just “one more weird thing” about your body!

  • @user-vm5ud4xw6n
    @user-vm5ud4xw6n Рік тому

    This had to be on while I’m dodging having an upper and lower GI!!! Figures!!

  • @mkjirak
    @mkjirak Рік тому

    I'm pumped to get my first colonoscopy because I think the procedure is so awesome and colon cancer sucks. I'm going to ask to stay awake so I can see what's going on. Scopes are neat.

  • @justinr4718
    @justinr4718 Рік тому +2

    Lucky me I already have Crohns and get regular colonoscopies, one of the advatanges I guess lol

  • @shawnamorgan6846
    @shawnamorgan6846 Рік тому

    I was awake during mine, despite the sedation, and remember it all, no pain tho

  • @MBMCincy63
    @MBMCincy63 Рік тому +1

    Black shivering bell thumbs up and
    I wish I knew my GI Dr.'s email or such to share this with him!!! I am getting my 3rd colonoscopy { age 60} very soon!

  • @estralla_star
    @estralla_star Рік тому +2

    Question! If you have a direct relative who has/had colon cancer what age should you start screening? I'm 32 but my mom had stage 2 colon cancer (at 51) a couple years ago. I keep on seeing "get tested sooner" but when?

    • @rambam23
      @rambam23 Рік тому

      With a first degree relative diagnosed before the age of 60 it’s 40 or 10 years before the age the relative was diagnosed, so 40 in your case.

  • @alexchan6847
    @alexchan6847 Рік тому

    The anesthesia machine in the back 😂

  • @jodil1209
    @jodil1209 Рік тому +1

    Doc Schmidt, are all polyps pre- cancerous when you remove them? I had my first colonoscopy when I turned 45, and they removed 2 pre-cancerous polyps. I have to get checked again when I'm 48.

  • @timdavis3623
    @timdavis3623 Рік тому

    This a great video. I have to have a scope every year because I have so many polyps. Last year was 16 polyps. My problem is my Doctor at BJC wants to have my son screened but his doctor said no because my son is only 36 years old. Should I fight for his colonoscopy or just keep quiet. By the way I love your SpaceLabs heart monitor in this video

  • @chocolatelover4481
    @chocolatelover4481 Рік тому +1

    At what age should you get screened, if a family member had colon cancer?

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому

      It depends at what age the family member was diagnosed. Generally, it’s either 10 years before their diagnosis or age 40, whichever is sooner. But please talk to your doctor about your specific situation.

  • @qienna6677
    @qienna6677 Рік тому

    Get screened...unless you're in a country where funding limits what referrals will be accepted...

  • @liahk1000
    @liahk1000 Рік тому

    Under sedation the entire time? Is that standard in the US? I'm Swedish and had the unpleasantness of doing it once. I didn't get anything beforehand, but I had a needle and they said I could get something if I needed it during the procedure. At one point when they inflated with a lot of air it felt like my insides were going to explode and then I did get something, iv morphine or perhaps midazolame. That didn't last long and apart from that it was painless really.
    Putting everyone to sleep seems unnecessary!

  • @Ok-hr1tf
    @Ok-hr1tf Рік тому

    Oh god I wish the nhs was like this

  • @Laura-ql4mg
    @Laura-ql4mg Рік тому +1

    I've heard 50+ has it changed recently? Is it because I'm in Canada?
    My mom had colon cancer so I get screened at 39 unless I have symptoms sooner. (She was diagnosed at 49, so 10 years before that is what I've been told is the recommended screening)

    • @gerardacronin334
      @gerardacronin334 Рік тому +3

      Current Canadian guidelines recommend starting at age 50, unless there is a family history, in which case it’s 40.

  • @DeOppressoLiber
    @DeOppressoLiber Рік тому +1

    That ladies and gentleman is called getting probed 😅. And if you can remember the movie training day when a cholo makes a comment about feces getting pushed in well for colonoscopy we nurses joke around to each other about getting our Feces pushed in ie; colonoscopy 😅

  • @Gabionfineline
    @Gabionfineline Рік тому

    I wish to have sedation, but not everywhere in the world sedation is given, so people avoid the same 😒

  • @nicolewilliams7508
    @nicolewilliams7508 Рік тому

    Doc Schmidt, your colleague Doc G sounds like the GodFather. hehe

  • @carinag4635
    @carinag4635 Рік тому +1

    i've heard that having a higher vegetable-to-meat ratio can help prevent colon cancer. is this true?

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +2

      Red meat and processed meats are risk factors for developing colon cancer so that could potentially be true

    • @carinag4635
      @carinag4635 Рік тому

      @@Doc_Schmidt thank you so much!

  • @deku976
    @deku976 Рік тому +1

    Does this extend to other cancers as well? My grandma had breastcancer and even though I'm a man, I know I can still get it

    • @cmoneman3025
      @cmoneman3025 Рік тому +2

      From what I know, the current recommendation for breast cancer screening is an annual mammogram for women from age 40 onwards. If there is strong family history (things like GAIL index BRCA proscore used to determine) screening is started at 35, etc... it is true that men can get breast cancer as well, but the incidence is much much lower. Also, did your grandmother get cancer at an older age -postmenopausal? A surgeon i know said that premenopausal family history is more relevant, because More cases of breast cancer are actually sporadic, only 10 % or something familial, tho family history increases an individuals risk especially a 1st degree relative (mom, sister, etc).... all this to say, I'm fairly sure current guidelines don't recommend screening in your situation, but talk to a doctor/surgeon about your concerns. And always pay attention to your body m.. if you feel something is wrong, get it checked

    • @deku976
      @deku976 Рік тому +1

      @@cmoneman3025 thanks, helpful and comprehensive

  • @captainjaber5610
    @captainjaber5610 11 місяців тому

    I have had a CT scan so far in March and an X ray done recently, they did not see bowel obstruction. Should I still get a colonoscopy?

  • @CallieMasters5000
    @CallieMasters5000 Рік тому +1

    Just wondering: if you have a hemorrhoid or butt tear, can you still get a colonoscopy and would they do any treatment for them at the same time as the colonoscopy?

    • @loosilu
      @loosilu Рік тому

      I have hemorrhoids and had no problem getting a colonscopy. I did not get treatment at the same time. If that's a possibility I'll ask next time.

  • @jenniferharris1280
    @jenniferharris1280 Рік тому

    I go for the damn things but it sure isn't fun. *sigh*

  • @LilithCrimson
    @LilithCrimson Рік тому

    My only problem is that I have severe OCD related to anything related to anything around (or that comes out) of the anus (and urethra). It's so bad that I take a shower if anything comes out of the back end so having to do these screenings would make me want to shower as soon as I woke up which I know I wouldn't be able to do at the hospital, especially with how long I take which is usually a very long time (several hours long). (When I'm at home I will hop in the shower right after a bowel movement {and ofc wiping} so having to put my lower clothes back on after a colonoscopy would send my brain into panic, tbh thinking about it rn did a small amount. And even thinking about trying to collect a stool sample for the other method does the same thing. {Don't want to touch it even if I wore gloves, don't want to touch whatever container(s) it will be going in, don't want it or the containers to go anywhere near my counter, floor, or ANY surface of ANY room in my home}) Idk how on Earth I'd be able to find a workaround for my severe issues with that.

  • @wholeNwon
    @wholeNwon Рік тому

    Great PSA. I just wish you would learn the difference between "there IS" ("there's") and "there ARE". It's really not difficult.

  • @theparadoxicaltouristtrave9320

    Co-starring my inimate friend.

  • @90klh
    @90klh 11 місяців тому

    If my grandma died of colon cancer, do I need to be screened earlier than 45?

  • @mayahl.x6259
    @mayahl.x6259 Рік тому

    Gastric cancer please.

  • @Sliced_cheese98
    @Sliced_cheese98 Рік тому

    Why does he sound like a wise guy

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +5

      Because colon cancer screening is one of the wisest things you can do!

  • @kristenrussell6825
    @kristenrussell6825 Рік тому

    If I had a grandparent die of colon cancer, do I need to be screened earlier than 45?

  • @chumy8973
    @chumy8973 Рік тому

    Can removing the polyps cause metastasis too?

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому +4

      No because we remove the polyps directly from the colon through our scope. And polyps actually aren’t cancer yet so they can’t metastasize either way

    • @chumy8973
      @chumy8973 Рік тому +1

      @@Doc_Schmidt oh, good to know. Btw, Dr. Schmidt, I love your videos, they are so relatable and funny.

  • @rebeccalucas6063
    @rebeccalucas6063 Рік тому

    My gyn asked me when was my last colonoscopy, I said my last whaaatt?? 😳

  • @fulltimeslackerii8229
    @fulltimeslackerii8229 Рік тому

    1/23? 4-5% of people get colorectal cancer? we need to figure out why

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому

      Agreed

    • @kathyryder828
      @kathyryder828 Рік тому

      The risk is much higher if a first degree relative had colorectal cancer.

  • @hobodarkness7696
    @hobodarkness7696 Рік тому

    Hallo

  • @ellieshine
    @ellieshine Рік тому

    I’m struggling to hear your colleague. Subtitles, please?

    • @Doc_Schmidt
      @Doc_Schmidt  Рік тому

      Sorry about that! You should be able to use the UA-cam auto captions?

    • @ellieshine
      @ellieshine Рік тому

      @@Doc_Schmidt Sadly, even they couldn't catch what he was saying.

  • @plumwings3966
    @plumwings3966 Рік тому +1

    First

  • @babybobbie1000
    @babybobbie1000 Рік тому

    Didn’t realize until just now that I believed a myth- only men need it. False, both men and women!

  • @Sliced_cheese98
    @Sliced_cheese98 Рік тому

    💩 🍦