I am 51 yrs old and just two hours ago I had a screening colonoscopy. Procedure went well and was painless. I encourage all my age to do it.— Governor Christie (@GovChristie) May 3, 2014
The procedure is minor. It’s the prep that is unpleasant.
I do recommend them for a 50th birthday present to yourself, and every 5 or so years after that, depending on risk factors.
A skin check every year over 55 is also a good idea, and a PSA for men starting at about that age. (May need to fight with the doctor to get that one).
It’s painless with anesthesia, which I think is used in nearly ally of the cases now. Buy it is not painless in preparation for the procedure. It seems worthwhile in most cases.