A colonoscopy is a test to check inside your bowels.
This test can help find what's causing your bowel symptoms.
A long, thin, flexible tube with a small camera inside it is passed into your bottom.
You'll be given a laxative so your bowels are empty for the test.
Important
You're usually awake during a colonoscopy. You'll be offered medicine to make you more comfortable and make the test easier.
Video: What happens during a colonoscopy?
In this video, a nurse explains what happens during a colonoscopy.
Media last reviewed: 4 April 2024 Media review due: 4 April 2027
Last Reviewed 15 April 2025
See what our customers think...
No Google Reviews Yet!
Cristina Tavares
06/01/2026
Great and quick
Wilson3
20/12/2025
The three of us had our Private Flu Jabs with Lords Pharmacy. The pharmacist we saw was brilliant. Firstly he brought us in all together rather than one at a time which made it a more personable service. He was so welcoming and very funny too! Will definitely be going back for any further jabs.
Darran Ingall
15/11/2025
Great service today from Mrs Henderson and the pharmacy team! I was early for my appointment. The team dealt with me promptly and professionally.
Michal
08/11/2025
Martyn Blackford
08/11/2025
Thank you for a quick turn around on some Libra Sensors for my father today, his original repeat prescription did not arrive, but after filling the correct forms we picked up the same day. Thank you so much....
We are proud to serve our community with top-notch pharmaceutical services and personalised care. Your health and well-being are our top priorities.