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An endoscopy is a procedure that uses a small camera to examine your digestive tract. It’s used to diagnose or treat conditions like ulcers, inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
Preparation often includes fasting, avoiding certain medications, and using a bowel preparation kit for colonoscopies. You’ll receive detailed instructions before your procedure.
Yes, most endoscopies involve light sedation to keep you comfortable during the procedure. You’ll need someone to drive you home afterwards.
Typically, the procedure takes 15–30 minutes, but you may spend additional time recovering from sedation before heading home.
Endoscopy can help diagnose conditions like reflux, ulcers, polyps, inflammation, and cancers of the GI tract.
Endoscopy is generally safe, but risks include bleeding, perforation, or reactions to sedation. Your specialist will explain these risks before the procedure.
Most patients can eat light meals and resume normal activities the same day, unless advised otherwise.
Contact your specialist immediately if you experience severe pain, fever, or bleeding after the procedure.
For most people, colonoscopy screening begins at age 50 and is repeated every 5–10 years. However, your schedule may vary depending on risk factors.
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