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Bowel Preparation
Although food is the joy of life, strict adherence to dietary guidelines prior to colonoscopy allows the optimal evaluation and care. The instructions are advised in clinic, but here are supplementary details for your reference. Your doctor may have specific instructions that defer from these and you should follow their specific advice.
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Time Before Colonoscopy | General Instructions |
|---|---|
2-3 days before | Low fibre diet – see below |
1 day before up to lunch (12 noon) | white rice, fish, plain biscuit, noodle (without vegetables), beancurd or egg |
After 12 noon the day before till colonoscopy (or fasting time for gastroscopy) | Clear fluid diet – see below |
Low Fibre Diet
Liquid Diet
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