Gastroscope is a medical device used to examine and improve gastric diseases, through which the condition of the gastric mucosa can be visually observed, which is of great significance for the diagnosis and diagnosis of gastric diseases. However, many people want to know a question before doing a gastroscopy: does it hurt to do a gastroscopy?How long does it take to get it done?The following Chengdu Boshi Gastroenterology Hospital will answer for you.
First of all, we need to be clear that gastroscopy is a relatively comfortable procedure. Before the examination, the doctor will give the patient some topical *** substances, which can effectively reduce the patient's pain. At the same time, the tube of the gastroscope is also relatively thin, and the process of entering the stomach is relatively smooth, which will not cause much discomfort to the patient.
However, for some people, some discomfort may be felt. This is mainly because when the gastroscope enters the stomach, it will cause some irritation to the gastric mucosa, resulting in stomach spasms and contractions, which will cause some discomfort. But this discomfort is usually mild and can be tolerated by most people.
As for how long a gastroscopy takes, it mainly depends on the specific situation of the patient and the doctor's experience in the procedure. Generally, a normal gastroscopy takes about 10 minutes or so. If a biopsy or ** is required, the time may be extended accordingly.
In conclusion, having a gastroscopy is not scary, and most people are able to complete the examination without any problems. Before the examination, patients can communicate with the doctor to understand their situation and choose the examination method that is suitable for them. At the same time, patients can also make some preparations before the examination, such as fasting, abstaining from water, etc., to reduce discomfort.