As we age, certain procedures are necessary to undergo in order to monitor our health. Among these procedures is the infamous colonoscopy. Maryland based, Bowie Internal Medicine is available for all of your internal medicine needs including colonoscopies.

The Video

Will Smith took to the vlogs last year by sharing his colonoscopy experience with his millions of social media followers.

The vlog takes the viewer through the whole process including the pre-procedure question and answer process with his doctor.

The video also includes footage of the morning of the colonoscopy, the bowel prep and the recovery time following the procedure.

Spreading the Word

Smith has always been a trendsetter and gets praised for raising awareness about important issues and products on the market.

That is why it is no surprise that Mr. Smith decided to use his platform to spread awareness about colorectal cancer, and the importance of colonoscopies.

This video is especially relevant for the African American community, as they are historically more prone to develop colorectal cancer.

De-stigmatizing the Colonoscopy

It is no secret that colonoscopies are not necessarily a procedure that anyone looks forward to as they age.

By logging his experience, Smith was able to take some of the fear and uncertainty out of the colonoscopy.

In fact, throughout the video, Smith brings up many common questions surrounding the colonoscopy procedure, thus educating the public on the entire experience.

Early Detection with Colonoscopy in Bowie, Maryland

Perhaps the most surprising part of the vlog is when Smith learns that he had a precancerous polyp which was removed during the procedure.

This serves as a sobering reminder about why the colonoscopy is such an important procedure to undergo.

Smith will have to undergo an additional colonoscopy for surveillance purposes as a result of this polyp.

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Call the professionals at Bowie Internal Medicine today to schedule your colonoscopy appointment at (301)262-8188.