Colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure in which your colon and rectum are inspected. This procedure helps examine, diagnose and treat lower gastrointestinal tract diseases. A long and flexible tube is inserted in the rectum and advanced to the other side of the large intestine. The tube has a tiny video camera at the tip which allows a clear view of the entire colon to the doctors. (Mayo Clinic, 2020) In case of any issue or if necessary, polyps or any abnormal tissues can be removed for a … [Read more...] about What to Know About Colonoscopies