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Monday, March 13, 2006 12:00 AM

I'm going in for a colonoscopy

My doctor says not to worry yet, but that doesn't help.
By Cary Tennis

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  • Sunday, March 19, 2006 08:56 PM

    Peace of mind.

    Peace of mind is a valuable(some would say priceless commodity). As a nurse(male), I've always been proactive about monitoring my health status. That includes testing that might be distasteful or uncomfortable. My own personal experience with colonoscopy was unpleasant, but worth it. You will always regret an action deferred for fear of what you might find out. Knowledge is power. Aphorisms aside, when you choose to be ignorant, you cede control to others. It's just bad personal policy.

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