“Are you put to sleep for a colonoscopy procedure?”

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“Are you put to sleep for a colonoscopy procedure?”

I will have a colonoscopy. I am afraid. Are you put to sleep for a colonoscopy procedure?

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**Waleed Sayedahmad** Anesthesiologist Parkland, Florida · Accepted Answer

Waleed Sayedahmad Anesthesiologist Parkland, Florida

No

**Dr. Bradley Bennett** Colon & Rectal Surgeon Rockville, MD · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bradley Bennett Colon & Rectal Surgeon Rockville, MD

You are given sedation and will not be aware of the procedure.

**Dr. Christian Diaz Stone** Gastroenterologist LAS VEGAS, NV · Accepted Answer

Dr. Christian Diaz Stone Gastroenterologist LAS VEGAS, NV

Yes, it is standard to receive IV sedation for a colonoscopy.