Have you experienced distressing symptoms, like vomiting, abdominal pain, blood in your stool, or problems swallowing, that have truly made you worry that something may be seriously wrong?
Fortunately, there’s a test that can provide clarity for you and your doctor: a diagnostic upper endoscopy. Your provider can take a detailed, up-close look at what’s happening that may be causing discomfort and preventing comfortable eating and drinking.
The experienced provider team at Eisenman and Eisenman Advanced Gastro Consultants performs this important exam with precision, accuracy, and sensitivity. Their chief concerns are using the right tools and tests to create the treatment plan that meets your unique needs and your comfort.
When your provider recommends a diagnostic upper endoscopy for you, it’s for good reason. You may be experiencing difficult symptoms as we described above, and this test can also help
When you come to Eisenman and Eisenman Advanced Gastro Consultants for your diagnostic endoscopy procedure, your provider places an endoscope — a long, narrow, bendable tube with a tiny light and camera on the end of it — into your mouth and down your esophagus. This allows them to view and explore your targeted area of concern by taking photos or recording video. Your video provider can then view the images on a large screen.
The endoscope does a critical job of helping your provider ascertain problems — like a condition or damage — in your esophagus, stomach, or the initial portion of your small intestine:
A diagnostic upper endoscopy also enables your provider to evaluate harm that has been caused by acid reflux and gastroesophageal disease (GERD), a condition that nearly 20% of Americans cope with.
Another benefit of diagnostic upper endoscopy is that your provider can use specially designed instruments to harvest a tissue sample or perform a repair if necessary.
The procedure takes anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes on average, and you’re either sedated or receiving general anesthesia during it. We make sure you’re comfortable before, during, and after your procedure.
Your provider has a detailed conversation with you well in advance of your procedure, so you feel ready and have all of your questions and concerns answered. They will advise that you:
After your procedure, you may have a slightly sore throat for a day or two because of the endoscope going down your throat. You might also be gassy after your procedure, since your provider suctions air out of your stomach after removing the endoscope. However, there may be residual air, which is what causes the gasiness.
Eating and drinking colder foods and beverages will help soothe your throat.
After recovery and your test results come back, your provider will discuss them with you and make recommendations for treatment going forward.
The diagnostic upper endoscopy test is an important component for helping your provider arrive at a solid diagnosis and formulate an effective treatment plan for you.
Don’t delay scheduling an appointment with us if you’re experiencing any concerning symptoms. Contact our Lake Worth office at 561-753-7487 to book an appointment, or you can use our convenient online booking tool.
