Thanks, Canadabum! I like to feel in control so the thought of laxatives is scary to me as I will not really be in control of my body. The actual procedure is scary for me because again, I will not feel in control of my body. Plus I am worried about the scope causing me damage and making things worse. I am undecided on the sedative! It would be nice not to be overly aware of the procedure, but then being out of it might add to my sense of not being in control. And obviously the recovery time is longer.
Anyway, I have taken my first sachet of picolax this morning (just over an hour ago) and am now waiting for it to kick in! Hopefully it won't be too bad!