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I have a gastroscope scheduled on saturday but i have a heavy cold. should i defer till i recover?
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May be ok: I would call the endoscopy in friday and update them with your symptoms. If you're not terribly congested or suffering from a persistent coughs you may be ok.
Answered 11/10/2019
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Today its tuesday: The gastroscope does not go through your nose. You should be fine for saturday.
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