Upper endoscopy, commonly referred to as gastroscopy, is the use of an endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, to examine the upper digestive tract. To observe these places, a tube is put into the mouth, passed into the oesophagus, stomach, and first segment of the small intestine (duodenum). A video camera and light are included into the endoscope, which sends images to a monitor so a doctor may view them. A gastroscopy is typically performed to examine symptoms like heartburn, nausea, or trouble swallowing. It can demonstrate the presence of swelling, an ulcer, a polyp, or other development.

Why do I need a Gastroscopy ?

You might have a gastroscopy to find out the cause of symptoms such as:

• unusual bleeding
• Heartburn or indigestion that doesn't go away with medication or keeps returning
• A challenge or discomfort swallowing
• Losing pounds without attempting
• You continue to feel or be ill.
• having blood in one's illness.
• passing black poop or having blood in your poop.