Colonoscopy in Cypress, TX
What It Is
A colonoscopy is a procedure that lets your doctor examine the inside of your colon (large intestine) using a flexible, camera-equipped tube.
Why It's Done
- To screen for colon cancer or polyps
- To investigate symptoms like rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, or unexplained weight loss
- To monitor conditions like ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
Before Your Procedure
You will need to complete a bowel preparation (“bowel prep”) by drinking a prescribed cleansing solution to completely clean out your colon. This is essential for clear visualization during the exam. Your doctor’s office will provide specific timing and dietary instructions before your procedure. Plan to arrange a ride home, as you will not be able to drive after sedation.
During Your Procedure
On the day of the procedure, you will receive Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC), meaning you will be comfortably asleep and relaxed. Most patients breathe on their own during MAC sedation; the anesthesia team determines the safest approach for each patient. While you are asleep, the doctor gently inserts the colonoscope through the rectum to examine the colon.
After Your Procedure
Most patients rest briefly under observation before being discharged with a driver. Mild bloating or gas is common and typically resolves within a day. Your doctor will discuss any findings, including polyp removal, at follow-up.
Self-Pay Price
$1,000. An EGD + Colonoscopy same-session combo is available for $1,500, which includes pathology and anesthesia for both procedures. Procedure cost can additionally include a facility fee, please call the clinic for more information.
