I had a cat scan of my abdomen this week because recent blood test showed higher than normal liver enzymes. Today I got a call from the doctor telling me everything is normal, except that my colon seemed 'full.' What he didn't know is that I really like bulky foods like vegetables, bread, beans, etc, etc. So-- he asked me if I wanted him to prescribe something for constipation. After a good laugh I explained my eating habits and that. with all the fiber I eat, I had no problem whatsoever with constipation.

I felt really good about the good news in the phone call-- then realized that this was the first time in my life that a doctor called me to tell me I was full of ____.

14 hours ago, OldChemE said:

I had a cat scan of my abdomen this week because recent blood test showed higher than normal liver enzymes. Today I got a call from the doctor telling me everything is normal, except that my colon seemed 'full.' What he didn't know is that I really like bulky foods like vegetables, bread, beans, etc, etc. So-- he asked me if I wanted him to prescribe something for constipation. After a good laugh I explained my eating habits and that. with all the fiber I eat, I had no problem whatsoever with constipation.

I felt really good about the good news in the phone call-- then realized that this was the first time in my life that a doctor called me to tell me I was full of ____.

😀+1

Joking apart, I think this mechanical/chemical reason is responsible for many of today's dietary induced woes.

Full Fibre has nothing to do with broadband and everything to do a healthy diet, for sound evolutionary reasons.

Elvis should have followed your diet or been under your doctor!

16 hours ago, OldChemE said:

a doctor called me to tell me I was full of ____.

Funny, I was told the same. But the doctor was a geologist!

Got my first colonoscopy about 5 years ago, when I got a new doctor.
He sent me to see all his friends, and run all sorts of tests on my heart and internals.
I'm just about due for another colonoscopy.

I could not wear the heart monitor for the full 4 days; quit after 3 because I needed a shower real bad.
And the nurses won't let you leave the Hospital after a colonoscopy until you 'fart'.

6 hours ago, MigL said:

I could not wear the heart monitor for the full 4 days; quit after 3 because I needed a shower real bad.

The ones I’ve had were OK for a brief shower. Just not immersion.

I joked that I was Tony Stark.

8 hours ago, MigL said:

Got my first colonoscopy about 5 years ago, when I got a new doctor.

...colonoscopy? So we can officially say that you are no longer an anal virgin... ;)

16 hours ago, MigL said:

Got my first colonoscopy about 5 years ago, when I got a new doctor.
He sent me to see all his friends, and run all sorts of tests on my heart and internals.
I'm just about due for another colonoscopy.

I could not wear the heart monitor for the full 4 days; quit after 3 because I needed a shower real bad.
And the nurses won't let you leave the Hospital after a colonoscopy until you 'fart'.

If anyone else reading this has had trouble with that part of your body, you should absolutely go & get checked asap, no matter how old you are.

Especially if you are losing weight too.

Edited Thursday at 12:20 PM2 days by Imagine Everything

Hooray!

Our medical system in Canada recommends a colonoscopy every 5 years starting at age 50.
I was already overdue by about 10 years.
Not that bad; worst part is the prep the night before.

14 hours ago, Sensei said:

...colonoscopy? So we can officially say that you are no longer an anal virgin... ;)

They videotape it also, so you get to make your fist porn video as well.

On 1/8/2026 at 8:04 PM, MigL said:

They videotape it also, so you get to make your fist porn video as well.

What excellent, in-depth, customer service!

So Donald is now the proud owner of the collection.

Me thinks he could make a fortune on XYZ tube.