Hi there,

Has anyone experienced lower back pain after their routine bowel screening? I had mine done yesterday and since have been getting pain which requires pain killers. Last night was not great and I had to have a hot water bottle on my back and pain killers to sleep. I have a voluntary job and had to take pain relief to be able to work and have pain again as the tablets have worn off.

I was also surprised how painful the procedure was, especially the tummy cramps and was wondering if this is common? I thought I had a high pain threshold having had two children with just gas and air and also routine dental and a breast biopsy without much discomfort. Having looked online it seems that they used to sedate you before this procedure but it seems this is no longer common practice? I would be really interested to hear other people’s thoughts. Many thanks Jo x