Hi, introducinging myself.

[jillyiant]

Very informative Chris, It let me know what im in for, best buy some new pjs, fingers crossed tomorrow I may get a date.

 

[chris2710]

Good luck, it really is worth it, any questions please ask, glad you liked my posts

 

[jillyiant]

Fantastic posts, love them! Im just trying to find out now about these endoscopys people say they have had before op?

 

[chris2710]

I didn't have one so can't help there, don't think L&D do them or at least not without reason

 

[Bellydancer57]

In simple terms Endoscopes are a tiny cameras that is passed through the mouth down your throat into your stomach. Tiny instruments can alo be inserted this way. The doctor can see inside you via a monitor & if necessary carry out procedures. I had my puch stretch via an endoscope - completely painless & very quick. I was mildly sedated but I remember everything. I am not afraid to have one again. Pre & post op they are often used to check things out such as looking for ulcers, strictures etc. Hope that helps a little.