The virtual colonoscopy has not been confirmed to be as effective in assessing risk, and if anything is found, you still have to have a regular colonoscopy for biopsy or polyp removal.

So...unless you really can't, you should have a regular colonoscopy. Its a small price to pay every 5-10 years (depending on your risk) for peace of mind.

Just make sure you get sedation for your test. You don't want to do it totally awake.

Jake's mom