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Getting gastro endoscopy, but i have trouble breathing well through my nose. is that a problem? should i let my gi know?

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Sure: Let them know but it shouldn't be a huge problem. The scope does not occlude your entire mouth.

Answered 10/26/2016

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

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Yes: you should, and s/he will probably have dealt with this before. It wouldn't hurt to take a nasal spray with you to the procedure and ask whether you can use it beforehand. Good luck!

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Getting gastro endoscopy, but i have trouble breathing well through my nose. is that a problem? should i let my gi know?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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