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Post by christine58 on Aug 25, 2022 13:48:36 GMT
So I have to have one of these two weeks from today to check to see if there are any gall stones. My gallbladder surgeon thinks they’re gone since my bloodwork is good but he referred me to somebody just to be on the safe side. So I’m just wondering who here has had one and can you give me tips for after or is it something I really don’t need to worry about it?
i’m just over all of this nonsense/gallbladder issues since May 5. I am feeling pretty good so that’s a plus but I’ve missed out a lot this summer. Only good thing is I’m retired so summer can go through December if I so desire LOL
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Post by karenlou on Aug 25, 2022 14:02:59 GMT
It really is nothing to fret about, It is basically a simple 10-15 minute procedure, I'm sure they are doing a surveillance to look for evidence of stones. Usually done under sedation....so you will be snoozing during the procedure and awake pretty quickly when done. You may have a bit of a sore throat from the scope passing, however that should go away quickly.
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Post by christine58 on Aug 25, 2022 14:28:13 GMT
It really is nothing to fret about, It is basically a simple 10-15 minute procedure, I'm sure they are doing a surveillance to look for evidence of stones. Usually done under sedation....so you will be snoozing during the procedure and awake pretty quickly when done. You may have a bit of a sore throat from the scope passing, however that should go away quickly. Yes under sedation. The surgeon who did my Gallbladder showed me An x-ray where he could see some remnants of stones in the common bile duct. However my bloodwork is great and I have not had any discomfort so he thinks that maybe they went away on their own. Fingers crossed that they did otherwise I’m gonna have to go back and have a different procedure to remove them |
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Post by mikklynn on Aug 25, 2022 14:54:39 GMT
My late DH had 14 ERCP procedures. His bile duct would get blocked up with gunk (Yup, that's the technical term, lol) and need to be cleaned out. It was complicated by the location of his tumors.
It's a quick procedure and he only ever had a sore throat for about a day. There is a saying that the only minor surgery is someone else's, so don't feel bad about being nervous! My DH was calm, but I was nervous every time they took him in.
I hope this will be your last hurdle with the gall bladder.
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Post by finsup on Aug 25, 2022 15:04:55 GMT
It was the best nap I’ve ever had! I was able to go about my business as usual immediately afterward.
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Post by littlemama on Aug 25, 2022 15:09:11 GMT
Endoscopy is easy, maybe a slight sore throat after. ERCP (or ECRP lol, I never remember) is a bit more...difficult, but it doesnt sound like thst is what you are having
After endoscopy, I imagine you are going to wake up and suggest going for pancakes on the way home. 😂😂
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Post by scrapmaven on Aug 25, 2022 16:04:08 GMT
I've had several and I'm here to tell you that it's the easiest thing you'll endure. You will be in twilight sleep. That means that you'll be napping, but it's not a general. You'll wake up quickly and easily. Apart from a sore throat which will be very manageable w/tylenol you'll be fine. I've never even needed tylenol. I was sort of surprised that they're not doing ECRP to fetch the stone from the duct. It is a huge nothing burger. You'll have MAC anesthesia(Managed care) with a nurse anethnetist or even an anesthesiologist. It takes maybe 8-15 minutes and that includes the happy joy juice infusion. They'll start by putting a bite guard in your mouth just like the dentist to keep you from biting the tube. Then you take a nap and then you wake up feeling well rested a few minutes later. Done. The iv prick when you're being roomed is the only part that is uncomfy! Don't worry. This one is simple. It's not even close to what you experience in surgery. You will need a driver.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 25, 2022 16:07:09 GMT
So I have to have one of these two weeks from today to check to see if there are any gall stones. My gallbladder surgeon thinks they’re gone since my bloodwork is good but he referred me to somebody just to be on the safe side. So I’m just wondering who here has had one and can you give me tips for after or is it something I really don’t need to worry about it? i’m just over all of this nonsense/gallbladder issues since May 5. I am feeling pretty good so that’s a plus but I’ve missed out a lot this summer. Only good thing is I’m retired so summer can go through December if I so desire LOL An endoscopy?? It's similar to a colonoscopy, minus the horrible prep. You're put in that nice twilight and you don't normally hear or are aware of anything until you wake up. Your throat might be a little sore, but it's not usually a big deal. I hope that yours goes well for you! Are you getting it done near a hospital?
I was set to get one again (due to my GI & esophagus issues) and they were going to stretch one side of my esophagus with a balloon. They would have me stay overnight in the hospital if it was worrysome. I had to cancel because I had no one to drive me. They don't let you use an Uber (it has to be someone who'd watch over you, etc...). But in a routine endoscopy, you'll get it done, stay in recovery for a bit and come home. You'd need someone to drive you, just like a colonoscopy.
Hugs!
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Post by scrapngranny on Aug 25, 2022 16:20:24 GMT
Nothing to worry about. Easiest thing the Gastro department has ever thought to do. I have to have one done every 3 years, just had one at the beginning of this month.
Good luck.
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Aug 25, 2022 17:16:53 GMT
Three years after my gallbladder was removed, I developed some awful gastro/kidney pain. We couldn't figure out what it was, my liver enzymes were going up up up, had a couple of failed treatments, I was staying home because of the pain... when my doctor called to send me to the ER (because that would expedite any imaging), I was turning yellow.
A gallstone had been left behind and got stuck in the bile duct.
I was admitted. I had several doses of dilaudid for the pain... The gastroenterologist had come to see me that evening, said that was his suspicion and we'd do an endoscopy in the morning. I don't recall seeing an anesthesiologist so it was probably twilight sedation. They used a special scope with a grabber on the end and sure enough they found the stone and pulled it out.
As I was coming to, one of the nurses asked how I was feeling. I said "oh my god, i feel great, i can go home right now." Well, no, they kept me to watch for pancreatitis but then I went home.
So, endoscopy: way, WAY better than the alternative.
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Post by christine58 on Aug 25, 2022 17:18:45 GMT
My late DH had 14 ERCP procedures. His bile duct would get blocked up with gunk (Yup, that's the technical term, lol) and need to be cleaned out. It was complicated by the location of his tumors. It's a quick procedure and he only ever had a sore throat for about a day. There is a saying that the only minor surgery is someone else's, so don't feel bad about being nervous! My DH was calm, but I was nervous every time they took him in. I hope this will be your last hurdle with the gall bladder. Me too! |
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Post by christine58 on Aug 25, 2022 17:20:59 GMT
I've had several and I'm here to tell you that it's the easiest thing you'll endure. You will be in twilight sleep. That means that you'll be napping, but it's not a general. You'll wake up quickly and easily. Apart from a sore throat which will be very manageable w/tylenol you'll be fine. I've never even needed tylenol. I was sort of surprised that they're not doing ECRP to fetch the stone from the duct. It is a huge nothing burger. You'll have MAC anesthesia(Managed care) with a nurse anethnetist or even an anesthesiologist. It takes maybe 8-15 minutes and that includes the happy joy juice infusion. They'll start by putting a bite guard in your mouth just like the dentist to keep you from biting the tube. Then you take a nap and then you wake up feeling well rested a few minutes later. Done. The iv prick when you're being roomed is the only part that is uncomfy! Don't worry. This one is simple. It's not even close to what you experience in surgery. You will need a driver. No ECRP because it’s not for sure there’s any there. My mom is taking me. |
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Post by christine58 on Aug 25, 2022 17:22:24 GMT
Three years after my gallbladder was removed, I developed some awful gastro/kidney pain. We couldn't figure out what it was, my liver enzymes were going up up up, had a couple of failed treatments, I was staying home because of the pain... when my doctor called to send me to the ER (because that would expedite any imaging), I was turning yellow. A gallstone had been left behind and got stuck in the bile duct. I was admitted. I had several doses of dilaudid for the pain... The gastroenterologist had come to see me that evening, said that was his suspicion and we'd do an endoscopy in the morning. I don't recall seeing an anesthesiologist so it was probably twilight sedation. They used a special scope with a grabber on the end and sure enough they found the stone and pulled it out. As I was coming to, one of the nurses asked how I was feeling. I said "oh my god, i feel great, i can go home right now." Well, no, they kept me to watch for pancreatitis but then I went home. So, endoscopy: way, WAY better than the alternative. If there’s a gallstone in the bile duct they’re not removing it. I’d have to go back for the other procedure. So I’m just praying that there’s no gallstones especially since I’m not had any symptoms. And I never want pancreatitis ever again |
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Post by gigito7 on Aug 25, 2022 17:42:34 GMT
Oh my, I had terrible gallbladder issues in 2020. I had gallbladder removed and it had no stones but the stones were in the main bile duct so had an endoscopy that afternoon. Dr removed 3 stones out of the duct then put in a stent to keep duct open. Had another endoscopy 3 months later to remove the stent. Recovery from all of that took me about 6 months and I could still do things but I ate very cautiously. You will be fine from the endoscopy even if they remove a stone from the duct.
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Post by destined2bmom on Aug 25, 2022 19:02:24 GMT
I've had several and I'm here to tell you that it's the easiest thing you'll endure. You will be in twilight sleep. That means that you'll be napping, but it's not a general. You'll wake up quickly and easily. Apart from a sore throat which will be very manageable w/tylenol you'll be fine. I've never even needed tylenol. I was sort of surprised that they're not doing ECRP to fetch the stone from the duct. It is a huge nothing burger. You'll have MAC anesthesia(Managed care) with a nurse anethnetist or even an anesthesiologist. It takes maybe 8-15 minutes and that includes the happy joy juice infusion. They'll start by putting a bite guard in your mouth just like the dentist to keep you from biting the tube. Then you take a nap and then you wake up feeling well rested a few minutes later. Done. The iv prick when you're being roomed is the only part that is uncomfy! Don't worry. This one is simple. It's not even close to what you experience in surgery. You will need a driver.  I just had my 4th one this year and the hardest part is the IV. I had a sore throat for a day or two; but it was easy peasy. You’re going to do great! |
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Post by greendragonlady on Aug 25, 2022 19:14:44 GMT
I've never had one with the camera that far down, but I had to have a camera put in my nose and down into my throat while I was awake. "Don't swallow...don't swallow" That was fun.  Hopefully it goes as smoothly as everyone else's and you're in the clear! |
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Post by SockMonkey on Aug 25, 2022 23:07:44 GMT
It was the best nap I’ve ever had! I was able to go about my business as usual immediately afterward. My husband has had several (including esophageal dilation) and he says the same thing! We always stop for a nice Sonic drink on the way home; sometimes his throat is a tiny bit sore. |
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Post by christine58 on Aug 26, 2022 0:56:27 GMT
I've had several and I'm here to tell you that it's the easiest thing you'll endure. You will be in twilight sleep. That means that you'll be napping, but it's not a general. You'll wake up quickly and easily. Apart from a sore throat which will be very manageable w/tylenol you'll be fine. I've never even needed tylenol. I was sort of surprised that they're not doing ECRP to fetch the stone from the duct. It is a huge nothing burger. You'll have MAC anesthesia(Managed care) with a nurse anethnetist or even an anesthesiologist. It takes maybe 8-15 minutes and that includes the happy joy juice infusion. They'll start by putting a bite guard in your mouth just like the dentist to keep you from biting the tube. Then you take a nap and then you wake up feeling well rested a few minutes later. Done. The iv prick when you're being roomed is the only part that is uncomfy! Don't worry. This one is simple. It's not even close to what you experience in surgery. You will need a driver. I just had my 4th one this year and the hardest part is the IV. I had a sore throat for a day or two; but it was easy peasy. You’re going to do great! Thanks. I just got anxious thinking about it but I’m glad I’m not awake because I’m pretty sure I couldn’t handle something going to have my throat while being awake |
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Post by freecharlie on Aug 26, 2022 2:02:14 GMT
They knocked me out and then I woke up. I have no idea what happened in between.
It was how they diagnosed me with Celiac.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Aug 26, 2022 2:07:51 GMT
Propofol is your friend. Best sleep ever!!
I got it at 7am and was still wide awake at 11pm... I mean WIDE awake! But .... Don't do anything important ... I paid double on a bill and then some...
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Post by destined2bmom on Aug 26, 2022 2:24:53 GMT
christine58 I have a very strong gag reflux and I know that I am not the only one. They want to make sure that you are completely relaxed when they do the procedure.
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Post by christine58 on Aug 26, 2022 2:39:58 GMT
christine58 I have a very strong gag reflux and I know that I am not the only one. They want to make sure that you are completely relaxed when they do the procedure. I think you and I were separated at birth lol |
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Post by littlemama on Aug 26, 2022 13:15:47 GMT
Oh my, I had terrible gallbladder issues in 2020. I had gallbladder removed and it had no stones but the stones were in the main bile duct so had an endoscopy that afternoon. Dr removed 3 stones out of the duct then put in a stent to keep duct open. Had another endoscopy 3 months later to remove the stent. Recovery from all of that took me about 6 months and I could still do things but I ate very cautiously. You will be fine from the endoscopy even if they remove a stone from the duct. My bile duct stent "disappeared". No one has a clue where it went. 🤦🏼♀️😂 |
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Post by mikklynn on Aug 27, 2022 12:10:43 GMT
littlemama DH's first stent was temporary and they did an x-ray prior to sedating him to make sure it was in place. It can pass into your stomach. We were happy to learn his had, so no procedure necessary that time.
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Post by jemmls4 on Aug 27, 2022 15:51:11 GMT
It’s super-easy. They’ll start in IV and once you’re in the scope room they’ll give you meds and about q5 minutes later you’ll wake up and they’ll get you juice and then doc will come talk to you. Prep is minimal too.
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Post by christine58 on Aug 27, 2022 17:31:11 GMT
I had my second endoscopy this week to remove temporary pancreatic and bile duct stents placed by an ERCP in July. I went in at 830am and was discharged at 1230. I did have nausea when I sat up after the procedure but it passed. No discomfort otherwise, no sore throat after, and I didn't need any pain relief meds. You will need a ride as I was loopy until I had a quick nap at home. Good luck with your procedure. I hope the stone your doctor suspected has passed. Me too because I don’t wanna go back in for a whole separate procedure the ERCP. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 28, 2022 9:51:12 GMT
Good luck! (Nothing to add to what everyone else has said)
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Post by christine58 on Sept 9, 2022 1:02:37 GMT
NO GALLSTONES. woohoo
Procedure was easy as you all said. My throat is sore and uncomfortable. I slept for over an hour this afternoon.
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Post by littlemama on Sept 9, 2022 2:02:11 GMT
NO GALLSTONES. woohoo Procedure was easy as you all said. My throat is sore and uncomfortable. I slept for over an hour this afternoon. Great news! But, did you stop for pancakes? 😂😂 |
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Post by christine58 on Sept 9, 2022 2:33:44 GMT
NO GALLSTONES. woohoo Procedure was easy as you all said. My throat is sore and uncomfortable. I slept for over an hour this afternoon. Great news! But, did you stop for pancakes? 😂😂 No. Great idea though |
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