Your doctor will review with
you why a gastroscopy is being performed, whether any alternative tests are
available, and possible complications from the procedure. Practices may vary
among doctors but you will have your throat sprayed with a local anaesthetic
before the test begins and will be given medication through a vein to help you
relax during the test. While you are in a comfortable position on your left
side, the endoscope is passed through your mouth and then in turn through the
oesophagus, stomach and duodenum. The endoscope does not interfere with your
breathing during the test. Most patients consider the test to be only slightly
uncomfortable. Many patients fall asleep during the procedure.
After the test, you will be monitored in a recovery area
until most of the effects of the medication have worn off. Your throat may be a
little sore for a while, and you may feel bloated right after the procedure
because of the air introduced into your stomach during the procedure. You will
be able to resume your diet two (2) hours after the procedure. Start with a cool
drink. In most circumstances, your doctor can inform you of your test results
on the day of the procedure, however the results of any biopsies taken will
take several days.
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