It isn’t. Considered better too do it under a milder sedative in most cases I think as there are fewer side effects. I checked and general anesthesia seems to

It isn’t. Considered better too do it under a milder sedative in most cases I think as there are fewer side effects. I checked and general anesthesia seems to he a custom used in some regions of America. I’ve had 3 colonoscopies and been awake for each one. They aren’t painful in the slightest and you get to watch them on screen! Anyone who gets one should talk to their doctor about sedation options.