Been twice there. The beginning of the procedure - as they slide the scope down to stomach - is the challenging part. After that they start pulling it off slowly to the esophagus and it becomes easier to handle.

I had this last year without sedation. Worst thing ever, had a panic attack before they went in, was horrifying.

Just had this done today, it wasn't even bad I was sedated and don't even remember or felt anything. Just woke up and it was over. Just have a sore throats and little bloating. Don't be nervous it's easy under sedation

not gonna lie it's a very unpleasant procedure, luckily it only lasts 5-10 minutes. although i chose to only get the throat spray, the intravenous sedative may not even work properly if youre overly tense prior. Plus there's more downtime after the procedure.

Yes, you will gag, wretch and belch repeatedly. fasting beforehand is vital, at least 6 hours no food no liquid either. the doctor was right though. he urged me to try and relax and focus on breathing through the nose. after the first 5 minutes it did get easier and I got more used to the scope.  had slight stomach ache and a sore throat for a few hours after but the relatively quick recovery time was the main reason I chose not to go for the sedative. was given the all clear anyway by the doctors so really was glad to have it done in the end for peace of mind.

This is done so differently here in the states. You are put into a medical gown and you have to take sedation.

Bullshit,the sedation don't bloody work.  I had this done at this same hospital.

Lovely accent!! Great video!

I had this the nurse had 4 ml of sedation doctor said no use 3 ml woke up halfway threw doctors listen to your nurses

nice

I will be having this in 8 hours so scared!!!

I am in the hospital now and will be having the procedure in a few hours time. T g bank you for your honest information.

I'm due to have this and I'm not a wimp but I'm dreading it

why is it so big like a hose and not alot smaller nowdays ?

This is disgusting! Please use more sedation. Otherwise, no one should EVER have this procedure.

what happened if you cook after the procedure?