Hi Fallmare,

I'm having an endoscopy and colonoscopy this morning and I'm beyond anxious. I've barely slept, and I'm scared of the procedure and of the results. 

Please let us know how you get on x

Morning Louise

I've struggled for weeks with all of this..

I'm just like you worried out of my mind

Shaking and stomach with intense knots..

I'm frightened of what they'll find..

I've got to wait till 3.30

I'm sending you a virtual hug (()) and best wishes x

I'll let you know.. And let me know how you are.. 

I will of course, I'm sorry this has dragged on for so long for you I can't imagine how difficult that must have been.

I'm in the endoscopy suite now, I'm shaking and lightheaded, feel like my legs won't carry me, not sure how I walked down the stairs.

It's the tube down the throat I'm really struggling with but I will ask or sedation. I haven't eaten for 24 hours so I hope it will kick in quick and hard, even just for the first bit

I'm with you now x definitely have the sedation. 

So you didn't wait as long as me? 

I've had a ultrasound. 

Ct

Now this. 

Soon be over...a hug is sent 

I'll be going through the same at 3.30

Xx

I know what you mean about the tube... I gag cleaning my teeth :-(

Xx

Hi they do put a spray on the back of your throat so you don't feel anything there,but you can feel it further down, just uncomfortable and odd times you feel like you want to bring it up but it bearable, when they finished mine I got a paper with details of what they found and there were some pictures of my throat and lower down 4in all down to 2nd part duodenum, where they found I had a hiatus hernia .   Then straight home for a good meal and drink.  Lovley.   

People there are experts and do everything they can to help you relax remember positive thinking.

Billy

Morning Billy

Hope your ok..

Im trying to be positive I really am..

I get they give you a report if things are OK but.... 

 if something was nasty would they tell you??

Morning it depends on hospital really some would some send details to specialist nomatter what good or bad , when I had biopsy nurse who did it told me while I was still on table then told me to go wait in a small office a specialist came in and after small talk for a while told me I had cancer,I said I know the nurse told me, she said excuse me a minute she went out and played hell because, nurse shouldn't have told me then came back and apologized I said it was ok.

Like i say it varies depending on hospital but hope you find out waiting isn't good especially if good news.

Billy

Thanks Billy...

For all your help and advice. 

My nerves are shot this morning.. Got to wait for hours!

The ct didn't seem to good so...... 

I had endoscope yesterday and didnt feel a thing or remember anything, its wasnt bad at all xx

I know you'll be in your appointment now, hope all goes well. I was seen on a 2ww referral following anaemia back in March and a positive fit test following an episode of rectal bleeding in June.

My colonoscopy was clear, my endoscopy shows mild reflux oesophagitis. 2 biopsies were taken - a D2 biopsy and a gastric biopsy. 

Have been thinking of you, please let me know how you get on xx

I know you'll be in your appointment now, hope all goes well. I was seen on a 2ww referral following anaemia back in March and a positive fit test following an episode of rectal bleeding in June.

My colonoscopy was clear, my endoscopy shows mild reflux oesophagitis. 2 biopsies were taken - a D2 biopsy and a gastric biopsy. 

Have been thinking of you, please let me know how you get on xx

Hi Louise

Oh that's good news I'm pleased for you xx

They said everything appears normal I literally cried buckets

No biopsies taken.

I still have to talk to my gp about the dilated duct.

I can't believe it I'm shocked xx

Thankyou for your kindness to me you don't know how much I appreciate it xx 

I'm so, so pleased for you! So pleased, honestly!  ️

Hi congratulations on all clear, hope you can find somewhere to celebrate,or if not get a takeaway.

Best wishes for the future take care keep safe and positive remember.

Billy

Hi Billy

I definitely will do..

I will be keeping in touch with everyone.

Billy once more thankyou so much

Best wishes to you and your family.

And I will concentrate on being positive x

I am absolutely spitting feathers. On the whole I have nothing but good praises for the ambulance service and the people who provide there care and asistance. Friday gone was asked to have my bloods taken in the afternoon.  I was surprised to get a phone call Saturday evening around 19.44 pm.   The doctor said my blood results had come back saying my globin was at a dangerously low level.  She said an ambulance would be with me within the hour. I required an IV so expect to be in hospital for couple of days.  I had only been out of hospital less than five days. and was a bit hesitant.  She told me this was important as it could cause me to have a cardiac arrest. So I said  it's that dangerous then. So I agreed.

It is now Sunday morning 12 hours later and I'm still awaiting the arrival of said ambulance.

Trying to find a contact number is impossible. So I'm taking it that my globin results are not deemed  a priority.  I'm just going to put this experince down to just my bad luck.

If I was you id call dr ASAP and explain things you were told , I've been told couple of times by Dr an ambulance was being sent,and checked with 999 an hour later still waiting to find out ambulance had not been called,or call 999or 111 to check for any details they can give you.

Good luck whatever is going on .

Billy

Thanks Billygoat.

But unfortunate for me I had to endure a four week stay in hospital. left with an inflamed hand due to bloods and canula's  in the hand.. My bloods are still not right. but they have said they have me a a safe level.  I was then transferred to a midlands transplant unit to under go tests to see if I was or would be fit enough to last an 8 to 10 hour operation,  Unfortunately my blood levels took another dip while I was at the assessment.  I have to return next year to find out if I have any hidden problems with my heart.  I was told because I am diabetic and have been on medication for 16 years now. they have said that diabetes can hide certain problems, such as heart disease or leaking valves. early signs are they do not think I am fit enough. so I'm out and about trying to get myself the best chance possible. first week I felt I was like Frank Spencer of some mothers do have'em. accident prone. like falling down some stairs and spraining my left ankle. so hopefully 2022 will be a better year for me.