ENDOSCOPY What does it mean?. What is an endoscopy? The doctor uses a long, thin tube to look inside your stomach. The tube goes down your throat.

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ENDOSCOPY What does it mean?

What is an endoscopy? The doctor uses a long, thin tube to look inside your stomach. The tube goes down your throat.

What about medicines? You need to take your medicines as usual, but there are medicines which you might need to stop. Ask your G.P if your unsure.

Getting ready. Your stomach must be empty before you go to the hospital, so try not to eat or drink anything for 6 hours before the appointment.

At the Hospital The nurse will explain what is going to happen and will answer your questions. The nurse will record your blood pressure and pulse.

Throat Spray You will have your throat sprayed with something that helps you to swallow the tube without it hurting.

Having the Test You will need to keep your mouth open a little bit, and the nurse will put a small piece of plastic between your teeth. The test should only take between 5 and 10 minutes.

After the Test You will be given a drink and a biscuit after the test. Your throat might be a little sore for the rest of the day

Results of the Test The doctor or nurse will tell you how long your results will take, it usually takes 1-2 weeks.

Going Home After you get home you should wait for about 2 hours before you eat a full meal.