What an endoscopy is
An upper endoscopy uses a thin, flexible camera to examine the food pipe, stomach and the first part of the small intestine. It is the standard way to find the cause of persistent upper-digestive symptoms.
Before
Preparation is simple: usually just a period without food or drink beforehand. You receive clear instructions in advance.
During
The examination itself typically takes only minutes. Your comfort is discussed at the consultation beforehand and the team looks after you throughout. Tissue samples can be taken during the procedure when needed.
After
You rest briefly, then go home the same day. Your gastroenterologist explains what was seen and what happens next.
What an endoscopy can find
Persistent upper-digestive symptoms are usually caused by a small number of common, treatable conditions. An endoscopy replaces guesswork with a direct look.
Reflux changes (GERD)
Irritation of the food pipe from acid reflux, and assessment of how far it has progressed.
Gastritis and ulcers
Inflammation or ulceration of the stomach lining, with samples taken to test for H. pylori when needed.
Swallowing problems
Narrowings and other causes of difficulty swallowing, identified so they can be treated properly.
A day-case endoscopy at Swift
Gastroscopy (EGD)The pathway is simple and private: a consultation to confirm the right test, a brief day-case procedure at our Jumeirah 1 centre, and results explained without jargon.
Consultation first
A specialist confirms an endoscopy is genuinely needed before anything is booked.
A brief procedure
The examination itself typically takes minutes; most of your visit is simply preparation and rest.
Samples when needed
Tissue samples can be taken during the same procedure, including testing for H. pylori.
Plain-language results
You leave understanding what was found and the plan for what comes next.
What people worry about
An endoscopy sounds worse than it is. Here is the honest picture.
Will I gag or panic?
This is the most common worry, and the team manages it every day. Your comfort is discussed at the consultation beforehand, and the examination itself is over quickly.
How long does it take?
The examination itself typically takes only minutes. Plan for a couple of hours at the clinic overall, including rest afterwards.
What if you take a sample?
Tissue samples are taken through the camera during the procedure when needed. You will not usually be aware of it, and results are explained to you clearly afterwards.
What if something is found?
Most findings, such as gastritis, reflux changes or H. pylori, are common and very treatable. Whatever is found comes with a clear, explained plan.
From first call to clear answers
Consultation
Confirm the right test for your symptoms, and ask anything you like.
Simple preparation
Usually just a period without food or drink beforehand.
Procedure day
A brief day-case visit to our Jumeirah 1 centre. Home the same day.
Results & follow-up
Findings explained clearly, with a written plan for what comes next.
Your questions, answered
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