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Overlake Internal Medicine Associates - Gastroenterology
Frequently Asked Questions When should I stop eating solid foods?
You should stop eating solid foods the day before your procedure. For example, if your procedure is on Monday, your last meal of solid food should be Sunday morning with white toast, plain yogurt, and eggs only. You will be on clear liquids the rest of the day. Can I take my other medications?
Yes. Continue your regular medications such as your high blood pressure medications. If you are diabetic, refer to the diabetic supplement sheet. Can I have lemonade, orange, or grapefruit juice?
No. These juices have pulp that can clog up the fiber optic scope. Can I have water?
Yes. Why do I need to stop fish oil?
Fish oil leaves an odorous, oily residue in your colon that can clog up the scope. The instructions say not to take iron. Can I continue my multi-vitamin?
Yes. Is Vitamin E OK?
Yes Why am I getting a whole gallon (of TriLyte) when my friend said (s)he only needed to take a small over–the-counter bottle that seemed to work just fine?
The Fleet’s PhosphoSoda prep may be mildly dehydrating and is not appropriate for everyone, especially elderly patients or those with kidney disease. The FDA has pulled Fleet's as an over-the-counter option. The pills, Osmoprep, contain the same ingredients. In addition, this prep does not cleanse the colon throughly for those who tend to be more constipated. I finished the entire prep exactly as instructed but I’m still noticing particles in the toilet and it’s not clear. My procedure is today – is this OK?
Yes. If you finished the prep as instructed, had diarrhea the previous night, and now have only small particles of loose stool, then keep your procedure appointment. I am experiencing some discomfort on my bottom. Can I use some Vaseline or Baby Wipe type of product?
Yes. If you are experiencing discomfort from wiping, use a moist Baby Wipe type towelette and apply some Vaseline type petroleum based ointment to help with the discomfort. Why will I receive two separate packets of paperwork for this procedure?
The facility where the procedure will be performed is not a part of Overlake Internal Medicine Associates. They are a separate business that requires a separate set of paperwork to read and fill out. Read all of the information you receive; it's important.
Why will I get four separate bills for my procedure?
There may be up to four different business involved in your care, one for the doctor, one for the facility, one for anesthesia, and one if you have tissue biopsied or removed during the procedure.
Who do I call if I have questions?
If you have questions prior to the day of the procedure, please call the doctor's office at 425-467-0150, option 5. If you have questions relating to the procedure, on the day of the procedure, please call the facility. |
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