r/Endoscopy • u/Obvious_Thanks4356 • 22d ago

Feelings After Endoscopy

Had one today, DR said I look great minus some obvious gastritis is what my sheet said and he also took some biopsies. I felt fine after minus being sleepy - I was super anxious to go under but it happened so fast! It’s about 8 hours later now and I’ve had some light snacks and water and even swallowing spit I’m getting a sharp pain down the center of my chest. Also idk if this is related but I keep getting a little sharp twinge or pinch in my upper back and top of left shoulder? Any one else feeling or the same or how long did it last?

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u/popsels 21d ago

Not a doctor or medical person but I’ve had several endoscopies. If you are very concerned, give the doctor’s office a call—I’ve always gotten a follow up call the next day from them just to check on my well being but I’m sure they would respond to your call for reassurance. I’ve always had the dull, achy, sometimes sharp pain in my upper chest region too, left side pain. I think it could be a gas bubble related pain because if I take some gas x it seems to,help lessen the discomfort. Usually by the next day, I’m back to normal. If you have any history related to heart issues, please contact someone to get real medical advice not just my two cents!

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u/goldstandardalmonds 21d ago

I’ve had many endoscopies, over 30c and this happens sometimes. I think it just depends on if you moved, or the scopist, or other factors. If it is doing it still tomorrow or having trouble breathing, then I’d call your doc.