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WHAT IS AN UPPER ENDOSCOPY?

An Upper GI Endoscopy is a procedure to analyze the upper part of the digestive tract. It is also used to determine the causes of heartburn and is often performed as an outpatient procedure. A gastroenterologist uses an endoscope which is a narrow, flexible tube with a light and small video camera. Through the scope, the doctor can view the inside lining of:

  • Esophagus – The tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach
  • Stomach – The organ that holds food and starts the digestion process
  • Duodenum – The upper part of the small intestine 

 

WHO NEEDS UPPER ENDOSCOPY?

  • Abdominal pain
  • Bleeding in the upper digestive tract
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Swallowing problems
  • Weight loss

REASONS TO PERFORM UPPER ENDOSCOPY 

  • Acid reflux (Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD) and heartburn
  • Inflammation, such as esophagitis, gastritis, and duodenitis
  • Gastrointestinal disorders, such as celiac disease and Crohn’s disease 
  • Stomach (Peptic) ulcers 
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Cancerous and noncancerous tumors

DIAGNOSIS AND LINE OF TREATMENT 

If you are having problems in your upper digestive tract then the Gastroenterologist suggests:

  • X-ray or CT scan – The test can be used to look for the cause of problems in the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum. It is done because of symptoms such as heartburn, swallowing, coughing, vomiting, etc. 
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound – It is done to look at the wall of the digestive tract as well as for nearby lymph nodes and other organs outside the tract.
  • An upper endoscopy can be used along with x-rays to look at and treat the problems in the pancreas and bile ducts. The procedure is called Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AFTER AN UPPER GI ENDOSCOPY?

To stay at the hospital or outpatient center for 1 to 2 hours after the procedure so the sedative can wear off

  • Home rest
  • Bloating or nausea for a short time after the procedure
  • A sore throat for 1 to 2 days
  • Go back to your normal diet once your swallowing returns to normal

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Frequently Asked Questions

It is bacteria that can cause peptic ulcer disease and gastritis. It mostly occurs in children. The symptoms of this bacterial infection include – burning stomach pain, unplanned weight loss, & bloody vomit. 

Yes, the infection can spread through saliva, a plague on teeth, and poop. 

If the experts suspect H. Pylori bacteria may be causing a stomach ulcer, they may carry on the following tests: 

A breath test – To ensure the presence of bacteria in the saliva

A stool test – Look for evidence of H. Pylori in a stool sample

Upper Endoscopy – Checking the presence of H. Pylori infection in the stomach or intestine lining. 

  • Ulcers
  • Tumors
  • Polyps
  • Hiatal hernias
  • Esophageal varices
  • Diverticulitis and diverticulosis 

There is minimal recovery involved with the upper endoscopy procedure due to less discomfort. Post-procedure symptoms include –sore throat, bloating, nausea, mild pain, etc. that get resolved within 48 hours. 

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Pain in the abdominal area
  • Diarrhea 
  • Constipation 
  • Bloating
  • Difficulty in swallowing 

It is an outpatient procedure meaning the patient goes home the same day. The procedure is a bit uncomfortable but not painful.

Causes of GI problems include -Inflammation, smoking, alcohol consumption, long-term use of medications, bacterial infections, and excess secretion of digestive fluids. 

An endoscopy is a procedure in which your doctor uses an endoscope or some specialized instruments to view and operate on the internal organs of the body. it allows doctors to analyze internal problems without making large incisions

Endoscopy may detect the inflammation of the esophagus or other complications. An endoscopy can also be used to collect a sample of tissue (biopsy) to be tested for complications such as Barrett's Esophagus. 

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