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Is Endoscopy An Invasive Process, Which Causes Irritation To The Throat?

What is all involved in an endoscopy? Is is very invasive? Is is an instrument that would be put down my throat, and would it cause irritation? I am a singer, so would not want to cause irritation to my throat area. I have suffered from acid reflux for years, and tested positive for celiac disease in a blood panel, a little over 2 years ago. I have debated whether this test should be done on me, to determine if there could possibly be other problems as well.
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Thanks for posting your query on HCM
I have read and understood your concern.
Endoscopy is a procedure used to visually examine your digestive system with a tiny camera on the end of a long, flexible tube.You may feel uncomfortable during the prcedure and for some time after the procedure but this will pose no problem and will resolve progressively.It is not an invasive procedure.If your Doctor thought is wise to request for it, then it is very important.Just be calm and do the tests.
Hope this will help.You may write back if more concerns
Wish you good health

Dr Mbuomboh
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Is Endoscopy An Invasive Process, Which Causes Irritation To The Throat?

Hi Thanks for posting your query on HCM I have read and understood your concern. Endoscopy is a procedure used to visually examine your digestive system with a tiny camera on the end of a long, flexible tube.You may feel uncomfortable during the prcedure and for some time after the procedure but this will pose no problem and will resolve progressively.It is not an invasive procedure.If your Doctor thought is wise to request for it, then it is very important.Just be calm and do the tests. Hope this will help.You may write back if more concerns Wish you good health Dr Mbuomboh