Do you need to be on bed rest after an endoscopy?

After an upper GI endoscopy, you can expect the following: to stay at the hospital or outpatient center for 1 to 2 hours after the procedure so the sedative can wear off. to rest at home for the rest of the day.


How long should you rest after endoscopy?

Endoscopy prep tip #2: Give yourself time to recover

It can take up to 24 hours for the effects of the sedative to wear off completely, so plan ahead to have someone drive you home from the procedure. It's also a good idea to make sure that you have the rest of the day off work so that you can rest.

Are there any restrictions after an endoscopy?

No restrictions, you may resume your regular diet. Most patients are able to eat immediately after endoscopy without problems. You may have a sore throat for 1-2 days, but this should resolve.


What can you not do after an endoscopy?

This means avoiding spicy, fried, or fatty foods that can irritate the digestive tract and cause discomfort. You should also avoid alcohol and caffeine, as these can also contribute to gastrointestinal irritation.

Can I go to work the day after an endoscopy?

You may return to regular activities the day after the procedure. Depending on the findings of your upper endoscopy, we may recommend that you avoid traveling for 14 days after your procedure.


What is the recovery time after an endoscopy?



How tired are you after an endoscopy?

Most patients tolerate endoscopy very well and feel fine afterwards. Some fatigue is common after the examination, and you should plan to take it easy and relax the rest of the day. The endoscopist can describe the result of the examination before you leave the endoscopy facility.

How will I feel after endoscopy?

Other common side-effects from upper endoscopy include: Nausea and bloating. A sore throat for around 48 hours.

Can I walk home after endoscopy?

NO, you cannot walk home after the procedure. You will be rescheduled if you have no ride or don't have someone to accompany you home.


How painful is an endoscopy?

The examination is very quick and takes on average 3-5 minutes to complete. This is not a painful procedure. Most patients are sensitive to the camera passing down the throat, so anaesthetic throat spray and a light sedative injection can make examination much more comfortable.

Why do I feel worse after endoscopy?

Because air is introduced through the endoscope, you may feel some bloating during and after the procedure. You may resume your usual diet unless instructed otherwise by your physician. Your throat may also feel scratchy or sore after the procedure, but this feeling subsides quickly.

How long does endoscopy take?

When the exam is finished, the endoscope is slowly retracted through your mouth. An endoscopy typically takes 15 to 30 minutes.


Can you be left alone after a endoscopy?

You need someone to stay with you the remainder of the day following your procedure. Because you had sedation, you should not be left alone. Rest the remainder of the day – your discharge instructions will inform you about returning to eating, work, etc.

Is an endoscopy major surgery?

Summary. Endoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to inspect and observe the inside of the body without performing major surgery. An endoscope is a long, usually flexible tube with a lens at one end and a video camera at the other.

What should you not do before an endoscopy?

Nothing to eat or drink at least 8 hours before the procedure. Medication can be taken 4 hours before examination with little sips of water. DO NOT TAKE ANY ANTACIDS OR CARAFATE BEFORE THE PROCEDURE or any of the medications mentioned.


How do you stay calm during an endoscopy?

Having something else to think about during the procedure itself can also help. You might want to try reciting the multiplication tables in your head, visualising yourself in your favourite location, or remembering the words of your favourite songs.

Do they always take biopsy during endoscopy?

Hi Phoenix, In my experience, biopsies are taken whenever any endoscopy is performed, either of something specific or, if nothing is seen, randomly, to look for signs of, for example, inflammation.

What sedation is used for endoscopy?

Ideal drugs for endoscopic sedation have a rapid onset and short duration of action, maintain hemodynamic stability, and do not cause major side effects. Commonly used agents include opiates, such as meperidine or fentanyl, benzodiazepines, such as midazolam or diazepam, or a hypnotic, such as propofol.


What organs can an endoscopy see?

An upper endoscopy is a procedure a doctor uses to look at the inner lining of the upper digestive tract (the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine). This test is also sometimes called an esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or EGD.

Do you need someone to pick you up after endoscopy?

The medication you receive during the procedure impairs your judgment, perception and coordination the rest of the day. Also, a side effect of the medication is forgetfulness. Therefore, you will need a responsible adult to escort you from our facility to your home to assure your personal safety.

Should I be nervous about an endoscopy?

Endoscopies are common and very low risk, and therefore there's no need to feel anxious. You will usually only experience slight discomfort, and experiencing endoscopic pain is very rare. Endoscopies are very safe and do not usually require anaesthetic.


What can be diagnosed with an endoscopy?

Conditions a Gastroscopy can detect
  • Coeliac Disease.
  • Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
  • Helicobacter (pylori)
  • Oesophageal Stricture and Dilatation.
  • Stomach and Duodenal Ulcers (also called peptic ulcers)
  • Stomach Cancer and Oesophageal Cancer.
  • Barrett's Oesophagus.
  • Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, Portal Hypertension.


How long does it take to get biopsy results from endoscopy?

For a typical biopsy, results are often returned within 2–3 days. If the sample needs more extensive testing, results could take 7–10 days.

How do you wake up after an endoscopy?

Recovery and Discharge

After the endoscopy, you will be given time to fully wake up. Once alert enough, you will be given something light to eat and drink. You might still feel a little fuzzy and have difficulty concentrating. This is just residual effect from the sedation that will wear off.


How common are complications after endoscopy?

The most common complications of endoscopy are bleeding, bowel perforation, infection, and reactions to administered medications. The Pediatric Clinical Outcomes Research Initiative reports an overall complication rate of 2.3% during upper GI procedures.

Is it normal to throw up after endoscopy?

You may feel nauseated today. This sometimes happens because of the medications that are used. This should get better within a few hours. If your nausea continues for more than 24 hours, contact our office.