tube down Throat.

kevlar

Hi Trish,
I had a camera up the other end and the following week a camera down the throat (an endoscopy), I hope it wasn't the same camera!

I will have to disagree on the sedation though, I opted for the local spray. It was no big deal really, uncomfortable at worst.

It was also quite comical at times, they kept pumping air into me to allow a reasonable field of vision, and it kept coming up again......... loudly!

On my way home some of this air also found it's way out via the other end, oh dear, a smite embarrassing!

But really, that was the worst I could say about it. The procedure itself is not comfortable, not something you would choose to do for fun, but it's not that bad either.


Hope this helps, you'll be fine, no worries.

woodbon

Hi,
I am sorry you arn't too well at the moment. It must make you nervous and worried, don't think thats strange at all, I'd be driving everyone mad! I worried about my husband, when he had that done, more than he did. He didn't have any sedation, except the spray and really wished he had, so I'd go for the sedation.

I'll be thinking of you, I'm sure all will be well!
Lots of love, and a hug, Sue xxxx(((((()))))

Wonkylegs

HI Trisher,

well whatever you decide ( and only you can make that choice ) I wanted you to know that I'll be thinking of you.

My hubby had an endoscopy and he was sedated as he has a very strong gag reflex (even struggles brushing his teeth :shock: ) and the only thing I can say is make sure your hubby hasn't got a tape-recorder because mine babbled on about all sorts of nonsense for 24 hours afterwards but other than that had absolutely no problems.

huge hugs (and I'll be in your pocket too )

wonky xxx

trisher

Hi

Thank you all very much for your answers it was kind of you to answer.

I have a fear of hospitals so it is not easy for me to go.

Thanks again for you replies

Love Trish xxx

skezier

Hi Wonky,

that made me smile...... when they did my neck last time they used quite a bit of sedative (it was so inflamed) and I babbled like ell..... bout one of my sheep being like Shaun..... I don't know what I said but the Consultant told me to shut up cus she couldn't laugh while she injected.... I wouldn't shut up :oops: :oops: :oops: Left the room with all of them laughing at me... or what I had said... never been sure which Hope you had a good week end and slurps and ((( ))) Cris xx

Hi Trish,

I will be in the pocket and you will know we are all behind you. You will be fine flower. (((( )))) xxx

trisher

Wonky

Thank you too.

We must make room for Julie's drip too.

Trish zzzz

frogmorton

Hi Trisher

only just saw this I am so sorry :oops:

I had the little one that just looks in your throat.

Hubby has had thetube which goes further no probs and no sedation :shock:

Me?

I agree with Elna and a few others have the sedation.

As your pockets are full to bursting i will get ther under my own steam and sit in the conrner.

Good luck and I hope they do sort you out so you can have some useful meds.

Lots of love

Toni xx

lynnhb

Hi Trish,
I have been having annual Endoscopies since I was in my early 30's (I am 55 now). I find the procedure is fine.
I always opt for sedation.
I have had this procedure in 4 different hospitals & each time the staff have been excellent, always looking after the patients very well. I am given a nice cup of tea & sometimes a sandwich or biscuit afterwards too!
Good wishes,
Lynn

dorcas

good luck Trish for today .....thinking about you and sending you lots a love n xtra strength ((((hugs)))) too. xxx

let us know when you get home please.

Iris x

ironic

Hi Trisher,

Just wanted to wish you well for today and to say I will be thinking of you.


Lv, Ix

sharmaine

Hi Trisher

I was put out and they put something in my mouth that tasted like pear drops. I only remember the spray! Which I must say suited me just fine (being a coward).

Regards
Sharmaine

trisher wrote:

On Tuesday I have to go to the hospital for further tests.

Well during this test, I am having a tube with a camera on it.

On the letter it said you can been put out to have it done or have some spray in your throat. glluup

Have any of you had it done? What did you do be put out or the spray??

I'm not looking forward to it very much. Does it take long??

Trish xx

airwave

A quick spray at the back of the throat to stop you reacting to the tube but it doesn't take long for the procedure. They pump air into you to distend the stomach and get better pictures, so you keep feeling the need to burp, ha ha ha ha.

Just remember there are worst places to have a camera!

8) Its a grin, honest!

frogmorton

He he!!

Airwave

My hubby had both - not at the same time or he would have exploded!!!

The wind afterwards was the worst thing - Trisher you need to get some perppermint tea in ready.

Love

Toni xx

chris7

Trish

Good to see you home safe, hope the throat not too sore tomorrow. Have fun with your grandson when you see him again. I knew his cuddle yesterday would help you, not to mention the several hundred people in your pocket. :shock:

love and humbugs always ((( )))
God bless
Chris xxx

trisher

Hi Everyone

Well I had it done after a long wait as two fire engines were in the hospital. I did not see anyone running down the road. So I presume it was either a false alarm or something simple.

I had sedation, I thought of all the answers on here. But in the end the doctors though it would be best if I was sedated.

When I woke up I was in a small ward and was looked after so well.

They made me a sandwich also a drink and then was allowed to come home. I was so tired I had another nap.

All I have is a sore throat which they said is normal.

So that was my test done. I was not told any results. They said they will be a report go to the Liver Unit Consultant. Which I hope is all the tests are over and they know what has gone wrong with my liver.

Thank you all for being there for me either in my pocket or helping me with your answers on here.

Love Trish xxx

trisher

Chris

Now I know whose humbugs were in my ears :shock:

No one has owned up to the egg sandwich that ended up in my hair, No one knows or saw anything, :shock:

Glad to know you were there Chris, thank you.

bertyboy

so glad you are back home Trish hope the results dont take to long and not nasty when they do xxxx

sharmaine

Hi Trish

I'm glad to hear that everything went fine. I was sedated too! I hate being in hospitals and I'm afraid of all the utensils and machinery they use!!!!

Hopefully you'll get the results soon. Wil they send them to your GP or do you have to see your consultant?

Take care.
Sharmaine

trisher wrote:

Hi Everyone

Well I had it done after a long wait as two fire engines were in the hospital. I did not see anyone running down the road. So I presume it was either a false alarm or something simple.

I had sedation, I thought of all the answers on here. But in the end the doctors though it would be best if I was sedated.

When I woke up I was in a small ward and was looked after so well.

They made me a sandwich also a drink and then was allowed to come home. I was so tired I had another nap.

All I have is a sore throat which they said is normal.

So that was my test done. I was not told any results. They said they will be a report go to the Liver Unit Consultant. Which I hope is all the tests are over and they know what has gone wrong with my liver.

Thank you all for being there for me either in my pocket or helping me with your answers on here.

Love Trish xxx

speedalong

Well done you, I bet you feel so relieved now it is over with. Hope sore throat doesn't last too long and results and appointment with consultant come through quickly. Did they say how long you have to wait?

Speedy

frogmorton

Well done Trisher!!

I am very proud of you - for sure I would not have fancied it and i am so so glad you are home safe and job done.

You take care

Love

Toni xx