Barium Enema Treatment in India

James Roy, a 72-year-old retired teacher,...

James Roy, a 72-year-old retired teacher, had undergone a colonoscopy two years prior that was incomplete due to a sharp bend in his colon. Recently, he began experiencing rectal bleeding and a persistent sensation of incomplete evacuation. His gastroenterologist, considering the previous technical difficulty and the new symptoms, recommended a barium enema as the best alternative to fully visualize his entire large intestine. James was apprehensive about the 'messy' procedure but understood its necessity. The experience was physically taxing; the air inflation caused significant cramping, and maintaining positions was difficult for his arthritic knees. The test revealed a large, benign polyp in an area previously unseen, which was subsequently removed via colonoscopy. His recovery involved passing the white barium stool, which was odd but painless, and his bleeding resolved after the polyp removal. James transitioned from frustration and worry about an elusive problem to gratitude for a definitive answer and successful treatment, feeling finally heard and resolved.