Endoscopy
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What is an endoscopy?
An endoscopy is a test that checks if your tummy is healthy.
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A small camera is put in your mouth, down to your tummy.
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An endoscopy is done at hospital. Usually you can go home the same day.
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Before you go
Before your appointment you might need to
Stop eating 4 hours before your appointment.
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Stop drinking 2 hours before your appointment. You can have small sips of water.
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The doctor or nurse will tell you about this before your appointment.
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What happens at my appointment?
When you get to hospital, you will have to change into a gown.
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You will be given a spray or a sweet to suck.
This will make your throat numb so you can not feel your throat.
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You might be given a jag in the back of your hand.
This will make you feel sleepy.
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You will feel the camera blowing air into your tummy.
This will make you feel full up and you might burp.
This is normal so don't feel embarrassed.
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It might feel strange or sore. You can ask the doctor to stop.
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The doctor will talk to you about the test results.
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Then you can usually go home.
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You will feel sleepy after the hospital. It is important to avoid alcohol for the rest of the day.