You will receive detailed instructions following your procedure. Your doctor generally will discuss your test results on the day of the procedure; however, the results of some tests might take several days.
• In the case of endoscopy, your throat might be a little sore, and you might feel bloated because of the air introduced into your stomach during the test. You will be able to eat after your procedure unless your doctor instructs otherwise.
• After colonoscopy, you might feel bloating or some mild cramping because of the air that was passed into the colon during the examination. This will disappear quickly when you pass gas. Complications are rare. However, contact your doctor if you develop severe abdominal pain, fevers and chills, or rectal bleeding of more than one-half cup.
• Most patients feel fine after their endoscopy or colonoscopy. Some fatigue is common after the examination, and you should plan to take it easy and relax the rest of the day.
We’re Here to Help
The day after your procedure, a member of our staff will call to check on your progress. We want to ensure that you feel comfortable and are satisfied with your experience at Galloway Endoscopy Center. If you have any questions before, during or after your procedure, please ask us.