Deepak Kumar, MD. Augusto Martinez, MD. Michael B. Tempel, MD

5932 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45449 Tel: 937.435.8663 Fax 937.435.8966www.daytoncolonrectal.com

Colonoscopy - Instructions for care after the exam

1. The day of your colonoscopy, have only clear liquids.

2. Do not take Aspirin, NSAID's or Coumadin for 4 days after the procedure.Wait 7 days to take Plavix.

3. The day after your colonoscopy, you should stay on soft foods, i.e., scrambledeggs, pudding, toast, mashed potatoes, etc. The next day your diet may includeanything, unless you had a biopsy or a polypectomy. If you had a biopsy or apolypectomy, do not eat any popcorn, corn, nuts, or seeds (such as in tomatoes,sesame, etc.) for two weeks. For patients who have Diverticulosis, you shouldalways avoid the aforementioned foods.

4. DO eat a high fiber diet.

5. Your abdomen may be bloated for the day. This should go down in a day or so.You should not have any real discomfort. If you do have swelling or tendernessfor more than one day after your colonoscopy, please notify your doctor.

6. Follow-up check-ups are very important. We will let you know when you shouldreturn to the office for your next appointment. If you are not sure what yourdoctor has told you, then please call the office.

If you have any questions that are not covered here, please feel free to call theoffice at (937) 435-8663.