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Will my breathing be interfered with during esophageal manometry?

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Dr. Brett Kalmowitz answered

No except....: Many people are anxious during the test and the tube generally goes into the nose so you may sense faster breathing and feel congested. However, just like an upper endoscopy, the tube goes into the esophagus and does not pass into the trachea so breathing is unaffected.

Dr Edmison agreed

Answered 2/1/2012

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Not much: Very little effect.

Answered 9/26/2013

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A member asked:

Will my breathing be interfered with during esophageal manometry?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Brett Kalmowitz answered

Dr Edmison agreed

Dr. John Goldman answered

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