Biopsy of the colon is done during colonoscopy. This is NOT an uncomfortable procedure. A biopsy instrument is passed through the scope. For the patient, there is some small sensation felt with each biopsy, but there is no real discomfort.
Colon biopsy is usually performed to diagnose a type of colitis called Microscopic Colitis. MC comes in 2 types, Lymphocytic and Collagenous. Since this kind of colitis is affecting the substructure of the colon it is not seen by viewing the lining of the colon. Multiple biopsy must be done, and the specimens examined under the microscope for a confirming diagnosis of MC.
Don't be overly concerned, --- as usual the worst part of the procedure is the prep for Colonoscopy.
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Re: Biopsy of the colon
is the prep for Colonoscopy.
