Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Hi Angel... Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in the state you live in?? Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Hi Angel... Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in the state you live in?? Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Hi Angel... Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in the state you live in?? Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 The problem is that my family can't afford to go to the doctor. My family is poor and we lost our insurance and are in the process of getting a new one, hopefully they will let us have it. when we get our insurance, which I have no clue when that will be, me and my mom both will go get checked. I haven't gained any weight that I know of. I can't gain weight, I lose it. I'm a skinny girl, I'm 19 and weigh about 117. It's hard for me to gain weight I guess because I have fast metabalism, I eat alot but sometimes I don't get to because my stomach hurts all the time. I sorta have an eating problem, I guess you would say, because sometimes I eat a little snack when I'm not hungry. I know that's not a good idea but I can't help it. When I get an idea of a good snack but not hungry enough to eat it, I eat a little anyway and then put it back. Does that mean I have an eating problem? Grandmommyandme@... wrote: Hi Angel... Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in the state you live in?? Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 The problem is that my family can't afford to go to the doctor. My family is poor and we lost our insurance and are in the process of getting a new one, hopefully they will let us have it. when we get our insurance, which I have no clue when that will be, me and my mom both will go get checked. I haven't gained any weight that I know of. I can't gain weight, I lose it. I'm a skinny girl, I'm 19 and weigh about 117. It's hard for me to gain weight I guess because I have fast metabalism, I eat alot but sometimes I don't get to because my stomach hurts all the time. I sorta have an eating problem, I guess you would say, because sometimes I eat a little snack when I'm not hungry. I know that's not a good idea but I can't help it. When I get an idea of a good snack but not hungry enough to eat it, I eat a little anyway and then put it back. Does that mean I have an eating problem? Grandmommyandme@... wrote: Hi Angel... Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in the state you live in?? Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 I doubt if you have eating problem, but I think with all the things that are going on in your family right now you really might have an ulcer or makings of one. If you can eat yogurt, that might be good thing to help settle your stomach. I think you are worrying about alot of things and it is affecting your appetite.. Sorry to hear that your family has problems. Hopefully you will get medical insurance soon. Check out free clinics, got to be some in your area. Or Public Health. Good luck... Jolene Dayton wrote: > The problem is that my family can't afford to go to the doctor. My > family is poor and we lost our insurance and are in the process of > getting a new one, hopefully they will let us have it. when we get our > insurance, which I have no clue when that will be, me and my mom both > will go get checked. I haven't gained any weight that I know of. I > can't gain weight, I lose it. I'm a skinny girl, I'm 19 and weigh > about 117. It's hard for me to gain weight I guess because I have fast > metabalism, I eat alot but sometimes I don't get to because my stomach > hurts all the time. I sorta have an eating problem, I guess you would > say, because sometimes I eat a little snack when I'm not hungry. I > know that's not a good idea but I can't help it. When I get an idea of > a good snack but not hungry enough to eat it, I eat a little anyway > and then put it back. Does that mean I have an eating problem? > > Grandmommyandme@... wrote: > Hi Angel... > > Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I > have had > both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. > Best > thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the > emergency room, > which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure > what the > stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only > get worse the > more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical > assistance in > the state you live in?? > > Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle > Caregiver to Glenn > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 Ashely, You must find a way to see a doctor. Through the health department or somehow. Your health is not something to be fooling around with. It does not sound like colon cancer, but you need to get checked. If you let this go to far then you will have a harder time finding a cure. If it is an ulcer it will cause internal bleeding and make you very sick. It is better to take care if it now before it makes you very-very sick. Please find a way to get checked. Ingrid > Hi Angel... > > Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had > both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best > thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, > which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the > stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the > more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in > the state you live in?? > > Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle > Caregiver to Glenn > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 Ashely, You must find a way to see a doctor. Through the health department or somehow. Your health is not something to be fooling around with. It does not sound like colon cancer, but you need to get checked. If you let this go to far then you will have a harder time finding a cure. If it is an ulcer it will cause internal bleeding and make you very sick. It is better to take care if it now before it makes you very-very sick. Please find a way to get checked. Ingrid > Hi Angel... > > Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had > both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best > thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, > which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the > stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the > more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in > the state you live in?? > > Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle > Caregiver to Glenn > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 Asheley, Have you checked to see if there are any free clinics in your area. You must see into this. Ingrid > Hi Angel... > > Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had > both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best > thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, > which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the > stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the > more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in > the state you live in?? > > Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle > Caregiver to Glenn > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 Asheley, Have you checked to see if there are any free clinics in your area. You must see into this. Ingrid > Hi Angel... > > Sounds like an ulcer or colitis to me, but I'm no dr. However, I have had > both of these problems. Could really be a lot of different things. Best > thing you could do is get to a dr. before you end up in the emergency room, > which will be a lot more expensive than a dr. visit. I'm not sure what the > stretch marks might mean. Have you gained some weight? It will only get worse the > more you worry about it. Can't you get some kind of medical assistance in > the state you live in?? > > Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle > Caregiver to Glenn > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2005 Report Share Posted July 26, 2005 In a message dated 7/26/2005 1:19:49 PM Eastern Standard Time, angel15_012002@... writes: The problem is that my family can't afford to go to the doctor. My family is poor and we lost our insurance and are in the process of getting a new one, hopefully they will let us have it. when we get our insurance, which I have no clue when that will be, me and my mom both will go get checked. I haven't gained any weight that I know of. I can't gain weight, I lose it. I'm a skinny girl, I'm 19 and weigh about 117. It's hard for me to gain weight I guess because I have fast metabalism, I eat alot but sometimes I don't get to because my stomach hurts all the time. I sorta have an eating problem, I guess you would say, because sometimes I eat a little snack when I'm not hungry. I know that's not a good idea but I can't help it. When I get an idea of a good snack but not hungry enough to eat it, I eat a little anyway and then put it back. Does that mean I have an eating problem? Eating smaller meals more often is one way to tame an ulcer and colitis. Not saying that's what you have, but it could be. Not an eating problems, per se. I'm hoping you can get to a dr. soon!!! Lots of hugs and prayers, Donelle Caregiver to Glenn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 27, 2005 Report Share Posted July 27, 2005 Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 if you haven't heard since June 29 you need to go back. Did you fill forms out.. did you get a case number or request number. Don't just sit back... get motivated and FOLLOW-UP. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 I keep telling my mom to call back or something but she won't do it. She always says " maybe they will call in a few days " and she's always busy doing stuff and doing stuff with my stepdad. It makes me mad sometimes. Just out of curiousity, does any in here know how to cure a stomach ulcer? I don't know if I have that or not but I might. idk Nonnie nonnie_nt@...> wrote:if you haven't heard since June 29 you need to go back. Did you fill forms out.. did you get a case number or request number. Don't just sit back... get motivated and FOLLOW-UP. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 I keep telling my mom to call back or something but she won't do it. She always says " maybe they will call in a few days " and she's always busy doing stuff and doing stuff with my stepdad. It makes me mad sometimes. Just out of curiousity, does any in here know how to cure a stomach ulcer? I don't know if I have that or not but I might. idk Nonnie nonnie_nt@...> wrote:if you haven't heard since June 29 you need to go back. Did you fill forms out.. did you get a case number or request number. Don't just sit back... get motivated and FOLLOW-UP. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 well i know i have one cause I had an EGD. BUti'm not experiencing any pain or anything. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 well i know i have one cause I had an EGD. BUti'm not experiencing any pain or anything. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 What's a EGD? hey, if you wanna chat with me sometime of yahoo messenger, my sn is Angel15_012002. Nonnie nonnie_nt@...> wrote:well i know i have one cause I had an EGD. BUti'm not experiencing any pain or anything. Nonnie -----Orginal Message----- From: colon_cancer_support [mailto:colon_cancer_support ] On Behalf Of Dayton Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2005 7:56 PM To: colon_cancer_support Subject: RE: new member/Angel I keep telling my mom to call back or something but she won't do it. She always says " maybe they will call in a few days " and she's always busy doing stuff and doing stuff with my stepdad. It makes me mad sometimes. Just out of curiousity, does any in here know how to cure a stomach ulcer? I don't know if I have that or not but I might. idk Nonnie nonnie_nt@...> wrote:if you haven't heard since June 29 you need to go back. Did you fill forms out.. did you get a case number or request number. Don't just sit back... get motivated and FOLLOW-UP. Nonnie Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 go to google.com when you don't know something and put the term in this is what I found. You can find information on anything there http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy Alternative names http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; Upper endoscopy; Gastroscopy Definition http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is inserted down the throat. How the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top You will be given a sedative and an analgesic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002123.htm> . A local anesthetic will be sprayed into your mouth to suppress the need to cough or gag when the endoscope is inserted. A mouth guard will be inserted to protect your teeth and the endoscope. Dentures must be removed. In most cases, an intravenous line will be inserted into your arm to administer medications during the procedure. You will be instructed to lie on your left side. After the gag reflex has been suppressed by the anesthetic, the endoscope will be advanced through the esophagus to the stomach and duodenum http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002347.htm> . Air will be introduced through the endoscope to enhance viewing. The lining of these organs is examined and biopsies http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003416.htm> can be obtained through the endoscope. Biopsies are tissue samples that are reviewed under the microscope. After the test is completed, food and liquids will be restricted until your gag reflex returns. The test lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. How to prepare for the test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Fasting is required overnight (6 to 12 hours before the test). An informed consent form must be signed. You may be told to stop aspirin and other blood-thinning medications for several days before the test. Infants and children: The preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For general information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics: * Infant test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002055.htm> or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year) * Toddler test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002056.htm> or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years) * Preschooler http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002057.htm> test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years) * Schoolage http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002058.htm> test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years) * Adolescent http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002054.htm> test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years) How the test will feel http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The local anesthetic makes swallowing difficult. This wears off shortly after the procedure. The endoscope may stimulate some gagging in the back of the throat. There may be a sensation of gas, and the movement of the scope may be felt in the abdomen. Biopsies cannot be felt. Because of the intravenous sedation, you may not feel any discomfort and may have no memory of the test. Why the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top This test is helpful in determining: * The cause of upper GI (gastrointestinal) bleeding * The cause of swallowing difficulties * The presence of ulcerations or inflammation * The cause of abdominal pain * The condition of the stomach and duodenum after an operation * The presence of tumors or other abnormalities of the upper GI tract * Inflammation, narrowing, or tumors of the esophagus Normal Values http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum should be smooth and of normal color. There should be no bleeding, growths, ulcers or inflammation. What abnormal results mean http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top An EGD may indicate: * Ulcers (acute http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002215.htm> or chronic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002312.htm> ) * Tumors * Inflammation of the stomach and duodenum * Diverticula http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000257.htm> * Mallory-Weiss http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000269.htm> syndrome (tear) * Esophageal http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000208.htm> rings * Esophagitis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001153.htm> * Strictures * Gastric masses * Obstruction * Gastric http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000213.htm> erosion What the risks are http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top There is a small chance of perforation (hole) of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus or bleeding at the biopsy site. A patient could have an adverse reaction to the anesthetic, medication, or tranquilizer. This could cause: * Respiratory depression (difficulty http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003075.htm> breathing) * Apnea http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003069.htm> (not breathing) * Hypotension http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003083.htm> (low blood pressure) * Excessive sweating * Bradycardia * Laryngospasm (spasm of the larynx) The overall risk is less than 1 out of 1,000 people. Special considerations http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top If any of these conditions arise after the test, contact the health care provider: * Difficulty swallowing * Pain * Fever http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003090.htm> * Black http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003130.htm> stools * Blood http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003118.htm> in vomit Update Date: 5/3/2004 Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 go to google.com when you don't know something and put the term in this is what I found. You can find information on anything there http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy Alternative names http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; Upper endoscopy; Gastroscopy Definition http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is inserted down the throat. How the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top You will be given a sedative and an analgesic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002123.htm> . A local anesthetic will be sprayed into your mouth to suppress the need to cough or gag when the endoscope is inserted. A mouth guard will be inserted to protect your teeth and the endoscope. Dentures must be removed. In most cases, an intravenous line will be inserted into your arm to administer medications during the procedure. You will be instructed to lie on your left side. After the gag reflex has been suppressed by the anesthetic, the endoscope will be advanced through the esophagus to the stomach and duodenum http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002347.htm> . Air will be introduced through the endoscope to enhance viewing. The lining of these organs is examined and biopsies http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003416.htm> can be obtained through the endoscope. Biopsies are tissue samples that are reviewed under the microscope. After the test is completed, food and liquids will be restricted until your gag reflex returns. The test lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. How to prepare for the test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Fasting is required overnight (6 to 12 hours before the test). An informed consent form must be signed. You may be told to stop aspirin and other blood-thinning medications for several days before the test. Infants and children: The preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For general information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics: * Infant test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002055.htm> or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year) * Toddler test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002056.htm> or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years) * Preschooler http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002057.htm> test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years) * Schoolage http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002058.htm> test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years) * Adolescent http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002054.htm> test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years) How the test will feel http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The local anesthetic makes swallowing difficult. This wears off shortly after the procedure. The endoscope may stimulate some gagging in the back of the throat. There may be a sensation of gas, and the movement of the scope may be felt in the abdomen. Biopsies cannot be felt. Because of the intravenous sedation, you may not feel any discomfort and may have no memory of the test. Why the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top This test is helpful in determining: * The cause of upper GI (gastrointestinal) bleeding * The cause of swallowing difficulties * The presence of ulcerations or inflammation * The cause of abdominal pain * The condition of the stomach and duodenum after an operation * The presence of tumors or other abnormalities of the upper GI tract * Inflammation, narrowing, or tumors of the esophagus Normal Values http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum should be smooth and of normal color. There should be no bleeding, growths, ulcers or inflammation. What abnormal results mean http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top An EGD may indicate: * Ulcers (acute http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002215.htm> or chronic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002312.htm> ) * Tumors * Inflammation of the stomach and duodenum * Diverticula http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000257.htm> * Mallory-Weiss http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000269.htm> syndrome (tear) * Esophageal http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000208.htm> rings * Esophagitis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001153.htm> * Strictures * Gastric masses * Obstruction * Gastric http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000213.htm> erosion What the risks are http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top There is a small chance of perforation (hole) of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus or bleeding at the biopsy site. A patient could have an adverse reaction to the anesthetic, medication, or tranquilizer. This could cause: * Respiratory depression (difficulty http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003075.htm> breathing) * Apnea http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003069.htm> (not breathing) * Hypotension http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003083.htm> (low blood pressure) * Excessive sweating * Bradycardia * Laryngospasm (spasm of the larynx) The overall risk is less than 1 out of 1,000 people. Special considerations http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top If any of these conditions arise after the test, contact the health care provider: * Difficulty swallowing * Pain * Fever http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003090.htm> * Black http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003130.htm> stools * Blood http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003118.htm> in vomit Update Date: 5/3/2004 Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 go to google.com when you don't know something and put the term in this is what I found. You can find information on anything there http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy Alternative names http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; Upper endoscopy; Gastroscopy Definition http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is inserted down the throat. How the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top You will be given a sedative and an analgesic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002123.htm> . A local anesthetic will be sprayed into your mouth to suppress the need to cough or gag when the endoscope is inserted. A mouth guard will be inserted to protect your teeth and the endoscope. Dentures must be removed. In most cases, an intravenous line will be inserted into your arm to administer medications during the procedure. You will be instructed to lie on your left side. After the gag reflex has been suppressed by the anesthetic, the endoscope will be advanced through the esophagus to the stomach and duodenum http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002347.htm> . Air will be introduced through the endoscope to enhance viewing. The lining of these organs is examined and biopsies http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003416.htm> can be obtained through the endoscope. Biopsies are tissue samples that are reviewed under the microscope. After the test is completed, food and liquids will be restricted until your gag reflex returns. The test lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. How to prepare for the test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Fasting is required overnight (6 to 12 hours before the test). An informed consent form must be signed. You may be told to stop aspirin and other blood-thinning medications for several days before the test. Infants and children: The preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For general information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics: * Infant test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002055.htm> or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year) * Toddler test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002056.htm> or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years) * Preschooler http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002057.htm> test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years) * Schoolage http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002058.htm> test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years) * Adolescent http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002054.htm> test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years) How the test will feel http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The local anesthetic makes swallowing difficult. This wears off shortly after the procedure. The endoscope may stimulate some gagging in the back of the throat. There may be a sensation of gas, and the movement of the scope may be felt in the abdomen. Biopsies cannot be felt. Because of the intravenous sedation, you may not feel any discomfort and may have no memory of the test. Why the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top This test is helpful in determining: * The cause of upper GI (gastrointestinal) bleeding * The cause of swallowing difficulties * The presence of ulcerations or inflammation * The cause of abdominal pain * The condition of the stomach and duodenum after an operation * The presence of tumors or other abnormalities of the upper GI tract * Inflammation, narrowing, or tumors of the esophagus Normal Values http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum should be smooth and of normal color. There should be no bleeding, growths, ulcers or inflammation. What abnormal results mean http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top An EGD may indicate: * Ulcers (acute http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002215.htm> or chronic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002312.htm> ) * Tumors * Inflammation of the stomach and duodenum * Diverticula http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000257.htm> * Mallory-Weiss http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000269.htm> syndrome (tear) * Esophageal http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000208.htm> rings * Esophagitis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001153.htm> * Strictures * Gastric masses * Obstruction * Gastric http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000213.htm> erosion What the risks are http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top There is a small chance of perforation (hole) of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus or bleeding at the biopsy site. A patient could have an adverse reaction to the anesthetic, medication, or tranquilizer. This could cause: * Respiratory depression (difficulty http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003075.htm> breathing) * Apnea http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003069.htm> (not breathing) * Hypotension http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003083.htm> (low blood pressure) * Excessive sweating * Bradycardia * Laryngospasm (spasm of the larynx) The overall risk is less than 1 out of 1,000 people. Special considerations http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top If any of these conditions arise after the test, contact the health care provider: * Difficulty swallowing * Pain * Fever http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003090.htm> * Black http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003130.htm> stools * Blood http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003118.htm> in vomit Update Date: 5/3/2004 Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2005 Report Share Posted July 28, 2005 If I go to the doctor and get checked to see if I have a stomach ulcer, they are gonna have to stick a little camera down my throat???? omg, that is gonna scare me to death. I get scared really easy, that is not gonna work for me. Nonnie nonnie_nt@...> wrote:go to google.com when you don't know something and put the term in this is what I found. You can find information on anything there http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/8773.htm> Gastric endoscopy Alternative names http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy; Upper endoscopy; Gastroscopy Definition http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is inserted down the throat. How the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top You will be given a sedative and an analgesic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002123.htm> . A local anesthetic will be sprayed into your mouth to suppress the need to cough or gag when the endoscope is inserted. A mouth guard will be inserted to protect your teeth and the endoscope. Dentures must be removed. In most cases, an intravenous line will be inserted into your arm to administer medications during the procedure. You will be instructed to lie on your left side. After the gag reflex has been suppressed by the anesthetic, the endoscope will be advanced through the esophagus to the stomach and duodenum http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002347.htm> . Air will be introduced through the endoscope to enhance viewing. The lining of these organs is examined and biopsies http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003416.htm> can be obtained through the endoscope. Biopsies are tissue samples that are reviewed under the microscope. After the test is completed, food and liquids will be restricted until your gag reflex returns. The test lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. How to prepare for the test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top Fasting is required overnight (6 to 12 hours before the test). An informed consent form must be signed. You may be told to stop aspirin and other blood-thinning medications for several days before the test. Infants and children: The preparation you can provide for this test depends on your child's age, previous experiences, and level of trust. For general information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics: * Infant test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002055.htm> or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year) * Toddler test http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002056.htm> or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years) * Preschooler http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002057.htm> test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years) * Schoolage http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002058.htm> test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years) * Adolescent http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002054.htm> test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years) How the test will feel http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The local anesthetic makes swallowing difficult. This wears off shortly after the procedure. The endoscope may stimulate some gagging in the back of the throat. There may be a sensation of gas, and the movement of the scope may be felt in the abdomen. Biopsies cannot be felt. Because of the intravenous sedation, you may not feel any discomfort and may have no memory of the test. Why the test is performed http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top This test is helpful in determining: * The cause of upper GI (gastrointestinal) bleeding * The cause of swallowing difficulties * The presence of ulcerations or inflammation * The cause of abdominal pain * The condition of the stomach and duodenum after an operation * The presence of tumors or other abnormalities of the upper GI tract * Inflammation, narrowing, or tumors of the esophagus Normal Values http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum should be smooth and of normal color. There should be no bleeding, growths, ulcers or inflammation. What abnormal results mean http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top An EGD may indicate: * Ulcers (acute http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002215.htm> or chronic http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002312.htm> ) * Tumors * Inflammation of the stomach and duodenum * Diverticula http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000257.htm> * Mallory-Weiss http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000269.htm> syndrome (tear) * Esophageal http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000208.htm> rings * Esophagitis http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001153.htm> * Strictures * Gastric masses * Obstruction * Gastric http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000213.htm> erosion What the risks are http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top There is a small chance of perforation (hole) of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus or bleeding at the biopsy site. A patient could have an adverse reaction to the anesthetic, medication, or tranquilizer. This could cause: * Respiratory depression (difficulty http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003075.htm> breathing) * Apnea http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003069.htm> (not breathing) * Hypotension http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003083.htm> (low blood pressure) * Excessive sweating * Bradycardia * Laryngospasm (spasm of the larynx) The overall risk is less than 1 out of 1,000 people. Special considerations http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003888.htm#top> Return to top If any of these conditions arise after the test, contact the health care provider: * Difficulty swallowing * Pain * Fever http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003090.htm> * Black http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003130.htm> stools * Blood http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003118.htm> in vomit Update Date: 5/3/2004 Re: new member/Angel Me and my mom have a Medicaid office here near us and we went there to request insurance the day before I got my braces, which was on June 29, but they haven't called us yet. We're not sure if we are gonna get it or not and if we don't, we're in trouble. flipper759@... wrote:If you don't have insurance call the Medicaid office in your area to see where you can get care or just go to the nearest emergency room, they have to treat you. Narice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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