This topic is about a stoma patient who humorously shares their experience of being invited to the grand opening of a new endoscopy unit at their hospital. The patient finds it amusing and a bit ironic, given the nature of endoscopy procedures, and ultimately decides not to attend. Here are some light-hearted and practical insights shared by others in response:

1. Some members join in the fun, suggesting:
- Wait for a more prestigious invitation, perhaps one involving royalty like the King or Prince William.
- You might have missed out on free tea and cake, but the event would probably be boring or uncomfortable.
- The endoscopy suite is humorously referred to as a "torture chamber," making it seem like skipping the event was a good choice.

2. On a more practical note:
- NHS catering might not be the highlight, as one member recalls only having custard creams during a long volunteer shift.
- Another member shares their experience of switching clinics after staff overlooked their colectomy, emphasizing the need for knowledgeable medical teams.