why cant you apply lotions, perfumes, deodorants, or nail polish the day of a colonoscopy? Whats the reason behind that?
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It can interfere with the monitor leads and pulse-ox monitor and such.
Not all skin products cause problems, but it’s easier to say “none” than to try and make a list of what is and isn’t okay.
Because they generally put people under for a colonoscopy, so they need a heart monitor, IV, oximeter, etc to make sure you don’t die. And if you have nail polish on, the oximeter doesn’t work. If you have lotion on, the leads won’t stick to your skin.
You should generally avoid all skin or nail products when you are anticipating *any* medical procedure.
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