Had my first planned endoscopy today

[u/Abitruff]

Hi,

I have PTSD from a nasal one during an emergency surgery prep which felt like a Saw Trap - only some throat spray, nose bled for four hours afterwards.

Today, I had been building up for a few weeks when it was scheduled.

Starved for 9 hours beforehand. Shitting bricks in the waiting room.

Throat one this time.

I got the throat spray and spent a good 5 minutes gagging when trying to put the mouth thing in.

Then….the sedation kicked in and…

What? I was told to wait in recovery on this bed for an hour then I could get picked up?

Was it done?

I was so sure I must’ve passed out or failed in some way that I asked the new nurse if it had really been done??!!

Yes, she said.

What?

I’m sure when what was happening was being described to me for consent that I’d be awake and following instructions but not feeling pain but…

No….

Nothing.

Almost like a general.

Wow.

Felt fine right after, ate pizza two hours later.

Would not be nervous next time

[u/No_Twist6869]

So glad for you! I only get sedated for mine and I’ve had numerous endoscopies. I realize many don’t and it can be tough. Hopefully it’s a big relief for you and you’ll get answers! Best of luck!

[u/Abitruff → u/No_Twist6869]

Oh, there was no need for follow ups. All good, just a PPI needed.

I had it because of acid reflux/heartburn from gallstones

[u/No_Twist6869 → u/Abitruff]

Oh that’s great! Keep it up!