Gastroscopy

Discharge Instructions – Gastroscopy

Please note that within 24 hours of having your procedure you must not:

• Drive a car
• Operate machinery
• Drink alcohol
• Undertake responsible business or sign documents

Expect:

• That you may have some cramping discomfort or "wind" after this procedure. This sensation is normal, is due to the air put into your stomach during the procedure, and should settle gradually over several hours.
• That you may have a slightly sore throat because of the endoscope passing through the upper gullet

Follow-up:

Please make an appointment to see Dr Simpson in the rooms in________weeks.

Notify the rooms on (02) 4367 6444 if you:

• Experience a fever or are becoming generally unwell
• Experience increasing pain, especially if it is severe and goes through to the back
• Experience any symptoms that you feel are not normal