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Is gastroscopy a painful procedure?
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Gastroscopy: Not at all! have it done by a board certified gastroenterologist in a unit that uses propofol.
Answered 1/2/2013
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Meds help: Medications given during the procedure should keep you very comfortable during the time you have the procedure.
Answered 8/25/2014
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EGD: If you are referring to an EGD where the use a scope to look into your esophagus and stomach, then it should be painless since they will sedate you first.
Answered 1/14/2019
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