pre opt question ?

oneangelinva · March 22, 2008

hi i know that i don't post much on here but i am really here reading alot.i go on the 22 of april and talk to the surgeon well my friend went the other day and they told her that one test that has to be done is they have to run a light down you to check your stomahce for infection and stuff my question is when they do this do they put you completely asleep or just sudate you :thumbdown:

losingjusme · March 23, 2008

never heard of that test

shortgal · March 23, 2008

The only test I can think of that sounds like what you're describing is an endoscopy. They can test for esophogus problems and they can do an H pylori test. I had one years ago and it was done with IV sedation.

Just ask the surgeon what tests are needed and then ask any questions you have about each of the tests.

Lizalee · March 23, 2008

Dear Oneangelinva:

I agree w/ shortgal, it sounds like an endoscopy - or sometimes called an "EGD". It is a flexible scope that has a fiberoptic light at the end, which the doctor can watch on a TV screen. The doctor looks at the inside of your esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine, and checks for inflammation, ulcers, and anything abnormal. He/she can also take biopsies and a test for H. Pylori, the germ that can cause ulcers in some people.

It's done with sedation in an IV to take care of any pain and to help you relax. Most people don't remember much afterwards because of the medicine.

It's not as bad as it sounds. It is a very common procedure these days.

Good luck with your journey!

p3photogal · March 23, 2008

I had mine done a month or so ago, and it was nothing. They put you out and i didn't even have a sore throat. Took the night to get energy back after the anesthesia but other than that, I was totally fine. Quick and easy, my husband said that 15 minutes after he left me, they came and got him to tell him it was over. lol!