What to Expect for Your Esophageal Manometry Procedure

[@DanandKristen1]

I had this done a month ago. I was prepared for the worst and deep down feared I wouldn’t be able to complete it. But it went well and I got through it. Here are my tips: first, I spent the weeks prior psyching myself up and believing I could do it. My son’s little league coach is a former Navy SEAL so I asked myself, “Would he be worried and anxious about this? Of course not.” So I channeled some of his courage to psyche myself up. Definitely make sure they numb your nose and throat good. Mine was numbed well. And when they put it in your nose and tell you to drink as they put it down your throat, don’t even think about it going down. Just concentrate on drinking the water and nothing else. Once it was down, I felt better because that was the part I was most worried about. From there, I felt no pain at all, only some discomfort in my throat where I could feel the tube. It felt like something just kind of sitting in my throat or, not to be gross, but it felt like snot or something that was kind of there in my throat. Although I could talk if I wanted to, I didn’t talk anymore than I had to. And shortly after the procedure started, I pulled out my phone and brought up a picture of my kids and just looked at it through most of the procedure, thinking “do it for them.” Finally, I did my best to just stay calm. Breathe, relax, know you are in the hands of a medical professional and that you will be fine. When it was done, I was incredibly proud of myself for having done it. For several days I felt so good knowing that I can do hard things, and that alone was worth it. Believe in yourself. Be strong. Relax. You’ve got this.

[@jenro3313]

Thank you, I'm feeling scared and how you describe. I'm having anxiety. My throat last week is feeling tight never experienced this. I think I'm having anxiety. Thank you for writing your experience and thoughts! I'm going to be strong and get it done.

[@lanetteowning964]

Super helpful post. Thank you, for sharing and for your encouragement.

[@musicianwren9248]

This is so helpful, thank you. I have to have this test done and I'm nervous of course. I was prescribed a strong dose of Xanax to take before the procedure and was told by my medical team this will help me get all ** peace n love ** and stuff, lol. I'll be thinking about that Navy SEAL you described too :D :D

[@thegraciest_]

Thank you endlessly… This is the best comment on here. I’m having panic attacks leading up to my appointment and almost called to cancel several times. But I can do this. ❤

[@FradyKatt]

Thank you i go thursday Im terrified im the worlds worst Patient

[@herallalong]

Just here to say I did this today and read all these comments beforehand and totally freaked myself out. It wasn’t bad at all, and if you have a fantastic nurse like I did you’ll be fine. People just come on here to share bad experiences but know there are plenty of good ones like mine. It’s uncomfortable and definitely not a fun feeling but focus on your breathing and bring someone to your appointment if you can for extra comfort! My nurse helped me stay calm and relaxed between swallows and I didn’t have to repeat any of them. And this is coming from someone who gets very anxious. You’ll do great!

[@lkey4045]

Thank you so much for the encouragement! I am stopping at your helpful comment so I don’t freak myself out too!

[@diviyachettri4215]

Why did you went through that test, how are you feeling now, was that test report normal?

[@alexpantazi5153]

Good vibes and positive energy to those who need this procedure done! You got this!!

[@ronwiltse2816]

This is Marlene Wiltse and I had this test done this morning. It was not that bad. I had an excellent nurse and doctor talk me throughand it went very quick. I want to thank them so much.

[@TheDeanna2003]

that's a relief Marlene. Thanks for your comment. I'm having it done in August 2020.

[@erina1142]

How did it go, Deanna? Mine is next week.

[@dgh1876]

I hope it's not that bad I have it done in the morning

[@ladennayoung2939]

That's a blessing. I thank God that you didn't have a hard time during your procedure. I pray that everythiing is going well with you now in Jesus name, and that they figured out what is going on with you.

[@robertperformance5260]

I did it yesterday. Sure, it's unpleasant, but scaring people away is a bad thing. I got through it, and so can you.

[@LucumaKitty]

I got this done today. 😭 No one told me that my nose would be violated like this. 😖 I had it early this morning and it was traumatic! I went through the 7 stages of grief for the 10 minutes that horrible tube thing went in. 😭 It’s nighttime and I’m still dealing with a splitting headache and nausea. 🤢 I hope I never have to do that again.

[@mardukd8722]

I am experiencing the same thing

[@TheDeanna2003]

I have to do this in a few weeks. Thank you for the comments so I know what to actually expect.

[@nataliauribe7734]

Please tell me how it went/ Are you ok after that?

[@jenro3313]

Thank you for making this video. Thank you patient for showing strength!

[@MelissaWaiters]

I got to get the Esophageal Manometry Test

[@karentracey5989]

Had this done in UK. A good few years ago, unpleasant yes, don’t recall any pain, but in truth I was so ill with achylasia anything which would help determine treatment I begged for. Surgery 6 weeks later sorted but on medication for life. Crack on and good luck to all.

[@michaelrinaldo677]

I feel the exact same way. Had this procedure this morning. It was awful, but I was getting through this test no matter what. Achylasia is killing me. Surgery in the near future. Glad to hear you’ve found relief. I’m hoping for the same.

[@Tea23blabla]

What kind of surgery did you have?

[@HaleyBittyGirl]

I had this procedure yesterday. It was awful! It hurt so bad going in and out and I had significant nose bleeding that day. I also gagged quite a lot and spit up on the nurses. I’ve had tubes up my nose before, but this is pure hell.

[@arie725]

mee too i had this exam yesterday and it was torture

[@SuperZombieNeko]

Ah, I’m getting this test done on Tuesday and am completely freaking out 😣

[@donnapaceblahut4968]

Why is it tolerated by some and not others? I'm concerned. I will be getting this and other test due to a rare condition which has caused disphasia my entire life but has progressively gotten worse. Artery from my heart presses on my esophagus.

[@angelaraczynski6106]

OMG I tried this without sedation and couldn't do it. I am a nurs and place Nasogastric tubes all the time. This hurt like HELL. The nurse had me sniff lidocaine gel. Horrible. Should anesthestize like ENT does for fiberoptic laryngoscopy. I am redoing this test with sedation to get the tube in. I gag so easy and tried my hardest 4 times to let them pass this tube. Awkward is an understatement. Some discomfort and possibly watery eyes is a joke.

[@emmanuelobinwanor2002]

@@angelaraczynski6106 How did it go?

[@dianaolivarez7020]

Thank you for the video and positive information. It was good to know how the procedure works.

[@JoeFrawley]

I love how they skipped over the part where they go through the nasal cavity down the throat. You gag constantly and it feels like you are being punched inside your head.

[@djheckler92]

It's literally in the video bro

[@edrodriguez4822]

I had that and the endoscopy the same day. It's scary and the manometry is annoying even a bit painful behind the nose but it's worth it. The result shows a lot

[@JoeFrawley]

@@djheckler92 really? Go back and watch if. They cut it out. Once it’s in her nose they cut to her holding a cup. They dont show it fishing down her throat. I had this done. I know what I’m taking about.

[@djheckler92]

@@JoeFrawley i had it done too bro, this video is accurate, they’re not going to fit the whole procedure into a 4 min clip, they showed all the relevant parts. People are greatly exaggerating when they say you will be constantly gagging or comparing it to torture lol, at worst you can describe it as slightly uncomfortable. You literally take a few sips of water and it’s in, no gagging at all plus they numb your nose/throat so can’t feel it. Don’t be a drama queen!

[@marcodevecchi523]

@@djheckler92 I think you're assuming everyone gets anaesthetics. I did it today and I didn't have any kind of anaesthetics. It is quite painful when they push it down. In my case though, the tube folded when it reached my throat and I couldn't breathe so that hurt like hell but that usually doesn't happen. What I am trying to say, don't assume everyone went to the same clinic as you!

[@meepmopp]

Had this test recently, it made me so nauseous I vomited 3 timeS. I didn’t gag, but full on upset stomach must purge reaction. Dr was so patient though and we kept trying. Finally she got a few sensors in long enough to know my eso wasn’t working and stopped the test

[@Mercurychick]

I just had this procedure done this morning and it is very very unpleasant. I am lucky that the nurse/doctor carrying the exam out was extremely patient and kind and reassuring. I can imagine this test being a nightmare in the wrong unskilled hands. Gagging and dry heaving is a thing. It will happen when the tube is passing through the throat. Even with the numbing. Its only 20 min but it isnt pleasant. Its not painful but very uncomfortable. I hope to never ever do that again.

[@beatricehenderson3640]

Thank you for explaining this procedure I was nervous about doing it but now I think I can so I'm going to schedule my appointment

[@ladennayoung2939]

I pray everything worked out for you in Jesus name, and that you received a proper diagnosis.

[@elainebarnhart725]

I love it when they say “ it’s a simple procedure “. My Aunt fanny it’s simple. It’s painful. Believe me that tube doesn’t go down on the first try. And when they pull it out. It’s like having your soul taken out. I will never have this done again.....ever!!!

[@MarionBurgwin-bk6ey]

I agree. I don’t think I have the mental or physical energy to do it again.

[@bathedinshadow]

Reading these comments is shooting my blood pressure through the roof! I have to have this done soon (and a ph monitor the same day). I had an ENT do a scope once and it was one of the worse experiences ever!!! I'm a low key, make no fuss person. Even if I'm in terrible pain, I always hide suffering well. During my scope, I sweat through my clothes, jerked away several times (out of my control), and yelled "that was HORRIBLE" as he removed it. This sounds even worse.

[@aarondelgado3421]

I will have the manometry and pH monitoring done soon! I did have an endoscopy but I was out for the procedure.

[@sepandee]

Do you remember how it went?

[@bathedinshadow]

@@sepandee I do. It wasn't ask bad as I thought it was going to be to be honest. It wasn't enjoyable, but the procedure itself was not where I struggled. It was having the monitor in for 24 hours that drove me insane. I could feel it the whole time. Every swallow drove me nuts and then knowing it was there, made me reflex-swallow even more.

[@sepandee]

@@bathedinshadow how long did the test take?

[@aarondelgado3421]

I am going to have this procedure done on Monday and I hope it will go smoothly!

[@siholfaridatambunan9461]

How are you now?

[@breannabejarano3922]

Just got mine done an hour ago. And last night I read all the horrible comments on here, I was prepared for the absolute worst. It was NO BIG DEAL. Took me 8 minutes total, no pain at all, just a little discomfort in the beginning. These comments are very dramatic.

[@sheehanstephanie59]

They aren't dramatic it's real and it was tourture for some of us ,myself included !! I am so happy your experience wasn't as bad as what u read you are lucky , just be happy u didn't have to endure the full nightmare of it all and plz be sympathetic to others who were not so lucky

[@ladennayoung2939]

@@sheehanstephanie59 I just think they want you all to be a little bit more sympathetic to those that have to have the test done, and wanting to know what it's like. It look very uncomfortable, and it's okay to be honest with what you experienced. But in some people's cases maybe they should consider being less graphic. Because it make it very traumatizing for those that haven't had the procedure done before. One person stated they cancelled their appointment based off of the comments that they read on here, and that's concerning to me. Because it could be the very test that they need to get in order to get the proper diagnosis and treatment. I hate that you and others had a really difficult time. And I pray that things are better for you all in Jesus name.

[@chelu5260]

Please share your after Test experience & please tell what was the results? Is it really worthy test? Because I had my Endoscopy and nothing found, so doctor suggest me to do this test by next week. Currently I am facing heaviness in throat while swallowing and acid reflux issue

[@mardukd8722]

I had an egd but I have a need to do hernia surgery on my stomach.l, so they required this test. First of all I definitely would still get this done even though I didn’t have a fun time. My throat hurts like I swallowed a bit too much food. Most of my pain was my stomach which is highly unlikely to happen. They way my hernia is made a lot of pressure where the tube was and it was definitely awful but very bearable. I vomited a lot but I have reflux because of my hernia and the saline and the catheter was just a lot in my throat. It was all water and lidocaine though so it wasn’t gross just annoying. I’m still having pain and nausea after but this is also rare and not too difficult. I was extremely nervous going into it and it was less uncomfortable and a bit more painful for me than I was expecting but I totally think you can push the it and it’s a really good test to get

[@Smokeys911]

Getting it done in July and I have a huge gag reflex. Should be a good time.

[@TheBrcc2010]

This was for sure the MOST uncomfortable thing I’ve ever experienced. I can’t count the amount of times I gagged throughout the procedure. I could feel the probe in my stomach the entire time. It sucks for sure!

[@playlistaccount]

did you throw up? is gagging dangerous ?

[@sueali5219]

I’m going to do this next week and hopefully it will go smooth, I’ve tried it 5 years ago and there were 4 nurses around me trying to make it right, they had no experience before and they were trying hard, I was literary crying!

[@ladennayoung2939]

I pray everything work out for you in Jesus name. They definitely should have had a more experienced nurse to perform the procedure on you.

[@ct.k9480]

i had this procedure done a week ago. it was actually both esophageal manometry and 24hr ph study and it wasn’t that bad as how others say it is. the person doing the procedure sprayed a local anesthetic to my throat and inside my right nose and told me to swallow. after that my throat felt numb to a point where swallowing felt a bit awkward. then he inserted the tube through my nose and then into my esophagus telling me to sip on water as he put it in deeper. during this procedure, i didn’t gag even once and it was not that bad except for the fact that swallowing was awkward. i could still breath totally fine through my nose. so the esophageal manometry was somewhat uncomfortable but i didn’t have a hard time through procedure. for the 24hr ph study, i didn’t feel like i was gagging or nauseous, i guess because the wire or tubing going in to the throat is quite thin. there was a sweet spot where the wire rested in my throat that made swallowing liquid and food feel normal but sometimes when the wire is kinda off the sweet spot it would feel like a sore throat when i swallow. it was annoying as hell because i couldn’t take a shower that day and the device had to be carried where ever i go. sleeping with it was difficult too for me, because of the sensation of something in my nose and in my throat even though it was a subtle feeling. overall it was totally bearable though. never threw up, never got nauseous and never gagged because of it. i guess the experience is different for each person.

[@CB-wv9do]

Thanks for this. I'm going for both as well in a few weeks. My symptoms have been reflux, burping and a burning in my stomach especially when drinking hot liquids. Almost like fire. I've had endoscopies, all show as normal, with some inflammation from acid reflux but nothing concerning. I do have a hiatal hernia though the gastro md says its small/medium, he's not sure that's what's causing my discomfort. All of these nightmarish comments can really make someone not want to get this done, but I'm doing it regardless for some answers. You are right, not everyone has the same tolerance/experience and I'm praying I'm one of the lucky ones. Tolerance wise, I'm a strong person but this test still scares me.

[@ct.k9480]

in my case, based on the manometry test, it showed that my LES pressure was weak therefore reflux happens. Also for 24hr ph study, it showed 68 acid ph reflux episodes for total of 26 minutes, longest being 3.9 minutes while upright. So currently i’m making lifestyle changes mostly in my diet, to lose weight. I was told i also have a sliding type hiatal hernia but it’s a small one so losing weight might help to reduce the symptoms. I’m not sure if you made diet changes as well as elevating the head of your bed by 8-12 inches, but those seem to help my symptoms a lot. The head of my bed is elevated by around 15 inches.

[@chelu5260]

@@CB-wv9do Please share your after Test experience & please tell what was the results? Is it really worthy test? Because I had my Endoscopy and nothing found, so doctor suggest me to do this test by next week. Currently I am facing heaviness in throat while swallowing and acid reflux issue. Thank you!

[@PfoxMC]

Having this done in three days, pretty nervous about it even after so many tests I’ve gone through. I’ll let you know how I did in a reply to this comment :)

[@PfoxMC]

It was not as bad as many have been saying. The worst part for me was actually the numbing of my nose. I was injected with numbing agent that tasted so bad and did not go down well. I did not gag on it but it got me pretty close. Next, the doctor started to put the wire down my nose; It was not painful at all. It eventually reached the back of my throat, at this point I kind of freaked out, but quickly collected myself and was instructed to drink provided water to help the wire go down my esophagus. Once it is in place, you can feel the wire in the back of your throat. It really isnt bad, its almost like a bad sore throat feeling. After that, I swallowed water every 30 seconds. During these 5 minutes of swallowing water there was actually an older lady across the hall and she started to have a retching/gagging/coughing fit. It sounded like she was dying, lol, so the doctor working on my test actually left the room to tend to the other patient that was gasping for air. It really hit my morale but I tried to stay positive. She came back and we did one more test where I had to chug 5 swallows in a row. I actually struggled with this as I have trouble chugging so I choked a bit and had to let out a few burps. She said to just go as fast as I could and we did that test twice. After this, she took it out. I held my breath and she instructed me to blow out my nose. It came out in less than a second but it did trigger my gag reflex but I held back the gag. All in all, yes, it was not fun, but you can definitely get through it. I have history of emetophobia and I was very anxious during the test (to the point that my hands were tingling and I was shaking and... I left with a sweat stain between my butt cheeks, lol) but I was very far from vomiting or freaking out that there was a wire in my throat. My advice is to forget about it until you are there because there is little you can do to prepare for this. I know thats hard to do, especially because I was given this same advice and did not follow it but I wish I did. It will suck but it will be over in 10-15 minutes. Goodluck :P

[@Olalla_Rey]

@@PfoxMC thanks so much for sharing your experience. You made me feel much better🤗. I'm going in for this test next week.

[@PfoxMC]

@@Olalla_Rey Glad I could help! Don’t worry about it too much, if I can do it, you can do it. 💪

[@ladennayoung2939]

@@PfoxMC God bless you. Thank you for being open and honest about what you experienced. I pray that they was able to provide you with a proper diagnosis, and that ALL is well with you in Jesus name. Amen and Amen and Amen and Amen. God love and cares for you and so do I.

[@jasonnapier2479]

I had this procedure done today and it was very uncomfortable. I gagged, had trouble breathing, which then led to a panic attack. However, I did finish the procedure.

[@PEACHES674]

Having this procedure tomorrow. The more comments I read the more nervous I get. Fingers crossed.

[@julielumsden5184]

I’ve had tubes put down my throat and through my nose,totally bearable just tell yourself it won’t last forever. I’m booked again for April just want it done and to figure out why I’m having difficulty swallowing.

[@aarondelgado3421]

It seems the procedure went well for you! How long did the procedure take?

[@ladennayoung2939]

I pray that provided you with the proper diagnosis, and that everything went well for you in Jesus name.

[@ReptilesR4]

I had it done today. No pain, didn't gag once. Had lidocaine in my nose, no throat spray. Nurse was amazing and has done it for 15 years. My advice is to relax, close your eyes, breath. Chin on your chest the whole time of insertion, keep drinking the water as they put it down. It helps! Once the test is ready. When you swallow, take a big gulp of the saline and spit, so you're not tempted to double swallow. I double swallowed once because I left saliva in my mouth and naturally did it. Now have in the 24hr one, have eaten. Got some reflux and am looking forward to putting it all behind me. I have read horror stories because negative experinces is what makes us run to tell about. I prolonged it because of those stories. But it wasn't as bad as I thought, uncomfortable yes. Feels weird having something in the back of your throat you can't "get rid of" by swallowing. Please, relax. You got this!

[@AZindian]

Just got this procedure done . It was not BAD at all . Just remember these points . 1. Breathe in , breathe out , breathe through your mouth as well . When the probe is in your throat , it will make you feel gag or choke, what do you do , breathe heavily through your nose and mouth . 3 if you have trouble holding your swallow, ask the nurse to give some water and hold it in your mouth . I followed these steps and didn’t cough or choke even once .

[@Hadlee1234]

I had this done many years ago. It didn't go very well. The insertion in nose is unpleasant but I made it through that. Not painful but incredibly uncomfortable. I could not stop gagging and vomited several times. My nurses seemed surprised by this and a bit irritated. They still went through the process but as it turned out they didn't even get any good readings because I could not swallow and not swallow on command. My Doctor did say that the fact I had so much trouble was a definite indication of a problem with my esophagus. I was ultimately diagnosed with achalasia and ended up having Heller Myotomy surgery to correct it.

[@MKF30]

My mom's gastroenterlogist recommended I look into this test since I'm having trouble swallowing liquids especially, foods it depends if it's dry I'll have more difficulty. But have had an endoscopy, everything was "fine" physically...did a barium swallow, once I swallow nothing blocking and everything again "fine" physically yet I sometimes feel some minor discomfort when I swallow like I can feel it in my upper chest area like if I swallow air with liquids, have had bad anxiety since 2020 while I've had it for 16 years I've never had issues swallowing. Had lots of panic and anxiety attacks in 2020 with the madness going on, 2021 I calmed down in Feb but then March of 2021 I started having this sudden issue of swallowing started in my sleep this dry feeling and trouble swallowing like I was choking on my own swallow, that passed onto food and drinking. The dumb doctors just think it's "anxiety and in my head" yet funny I didn't know physical feelings in my throat are "in my head" My regular doctor wants me to see a neurologist next....but I know they're just going to say the same shit "it's in my head" With food it got better near to normal but with liquids I have to angle myself and almost thinking about it before I swallow, if I try clearing my mind and swallowing fast like I used to it gets caught, I also lost my ability to take a few consecutive swallows like when you're super thirsty. I can only swallow once at a time and take seconds between them...nobody knows what the problem is and this test looks terrifying, for one I can't swallow straight up much less at an angle like this not going to happen, two everyone in the comments are saying this is hell or very uncomfortable. Not very reassuring...so I pretty much suffer every day for the past 2 years....I guess any shot at a normal life went out the window for me.........

[@SDWits]

I'm exactly like you. Look into ARFID, pseudodysphagia, and try EMDR therapy with an eating disorder therapist who specializes in ARFID. ARFID is mainly a childhood thing, but since it's an umbrella term (and pseudodysphagia falls under it), adults can have ARFID too.

[@ColoringKaria]

I started vomitting blood midway and was unable to complete the exam. Extremely painful but honestly I wanted the doctor to keep going because my life is so miserable I just wanted answers but she said she could not while I was vomiting blood. I had to do a different test but I hope they get the info they need. My life sucks right now. Lost 38lbs in 7 weeks and I was NOT a trying to. I just can’t eat anything but bread water and rice.

[@lyzzababy9443]

that sounds awful, how are things going for you now? any better?

[@ColoringKaria]

@@lyzzababy9443 oh it took FOREVER a to get answers. I finally got my hernia repair surgery (fundoplication ) about 4 weeks ago. I’m still losing a little weight but I’m able to be pain free and hopefully I’ll be back to normal one day. But I’m just happy to be pain free 99.99% of the time. I still can’t eat a lot of foods I used to love pizza, tea and fries are the big three. But I can finally have things like bread and eggs again so I’m not complaining.

[@lyzzababy9443]

@@ColoringKaria thats good to hear, it really does suck not to be able to eat everything you once did, i know the feeling

[@nataliauribe7734]

I Know what you mean. How do you feel now, better I hope?

[@mikesolis2007]

@@ColoringKaria I had the same issue I would only eat foods that I felt comfortable with. It took about a month of trying to eat normally again. I still don’t eat like I could before having issues. I’m hoping once I get the surgery I will be eating 100 percent normal again. I had one month where I lived off nothing but protein shakes because I couldn’t eat solids.

[@lohphat]

I had the procedure done when I was misdiagnosed by a gastro-enterologist (not affiliated with Stanford) with early-onset acalasia 10y ago. The manometry was normal which indicated something else entirely: eosinophilic esophagitis. Since the correct diagnosis by a GE at Palo Alto Medical Center, the condition is easily controlled with OTC meds (Omeprazole and an occasional dose of fluticasone propionate orally). Subsequent allergy testing has still not determined the agent causing the allergic reaction. The manometry procedure was not pleasant. The gag reflex and irritation were tolerable but it is not something I'd care to repeat.

[@margotbeck1573]

lohphat Hi! I was just diagnosed with EoE and had this test done today. How are you doing now with the disease? I’m quite worried

[@lohphat]

@@margotbeck1573 I'm fine. I have a biopsy done every two years and no signs of worsening. I continue to try to isolate foods to find the agent causing the EoE but still haven't been successful. I did find a paper indicating that it may be a protein allergy caused by soy and peanut proteins interacting but one paper isn't enough to base a conclusion. I'm mostly asymptomatic and still need OTC meds occasionally (once a month) but otherwise I'm fine.

[@sharonmitchel1377]

I had an ENT appointment today. She tried to put the camera tube down my nose but my septum wasn’t straight and there was something about the two bones on either side were too tight so the scope couldn’t be passed. She ended up looking down my throat to see my vocal chords. My question…how could a manometry be done if the tube won’t go down my nose?

[@GodAlwaysWins]

Will this work with a broken nose?

[@ItsSimplyAless]

Has anyone done a scope? where they put a tube with a camera down one nostril and into your vocal cords or something like that? can you guys compare it to this?

[@chelu5260]

Ohh you did this?? 😟

[@ItsSimplyAless]

@@chelu5260 yep

[@chelu5260]

@@ItsSimplyAless Cool! I hope your all issues resolved now and you are feeling good 🙂

[@gibby2212]

Yes I had the tube down my nostril by ENT doc to check my throat and was ok with it! Now my GI doc wants this esophageal manometry test and I’m too terrified to get it done! I too want to know the answer to your question. Did you find out?

[@ItsSimplyAless]

@@gibby2212 I was fine with the nose one but I wasn’t able to do the manometry. I would say to take deep breaths in and out, they should put numbing spray, it’ll be over before you know it

[@thegraciest_]

I read these comments before my procedure, and now im coming back to leave my own comment after I had my procedure this morning. Im a 26yo female and was HORRIFIED beforehand. But I lived to tell the tale that it wasn’t that bad! The whole thing basically just feels like a really sore throat. The worst part for me was the taste of the numbing spray, and the tube being pulled out lol. Both made me slightly gag- but that was it. My nurse said it’s common for people to vomit during insertion, but I luckily didn’t experience any of that. The two biggest things that will get you through it is 1. your own mind, and 2. having an encouraging nurse. If I can do it then you can too!! Mind over matter. Sing a song in your head through the tough parts, squeeze the table, jiggle your foot, anything that will help. The entire procedure took only 20 minutes if you perform well and listen to the instructions. If you mentally push through then the faster it will be over! ❤

[@king-bs3wu]

What is different from a esophagram barium swallow test and manometry test can someone please explain

[@nicole2009ification]

I’ve tried this once and I did not make it through it if anyone has any kind of suggestions on how to get through this they rescheduled me for it

[@purpletalk5561]

I had this procedure done recently and it wasn't as bad as I read on some of the comments but everyone is NOT the same. I got lucky but it def depends on your ability to control your breathing and instructions from the nurse. To all the people who did have a hard time you are definitely brave I applaud you! I had an awesome nurse and they did numb my nose but that didn't help at all.

[@ItsSimplyAless]

im glad it went well for you :)I have a question: did you ever have a test done where the doctor put a tube up your nose and down your throat to check your vocal cords or something? For my first initial visit with the specialist, she did that (without numbing spray) and im trying to see if I can compare it to a manometry to ease my anxiety

[@ladennayoung2939]

@@ItsSimplyAless Why are these people doing these test with no numbing spray? That is insane to me.

[@ItsSimplyAless]

@@ladennayoung2939 Not sure about them but basically my mom did it before and she told me not to because then you might have trouble swallowing and then you can’t feel your throat but for me it didn’t hurt it just felt a little bit uncomfortable but it felt like a sensation I was used to. No gag reflex

[@lori7771]

I have to get this done in a month. I am so nervous.

[@criticalimpact4930]

I have no doubt some people will read the comments here and be like this is gonna be hell but it's possible for it to actually be quite bearable. I don't know if it's down to the doctor you have but I had no gagging or real pain. It's uncomfortable but just try not to move about, breath and think of england and you'll be fine.

[@TheDeanna2003]

thank you for your post. I'm having it done in August 2020.

[@tmv7533]

I think the way this experience is, is very individual for each person. For me it was really bad because, as they told me afterwards, I have a very sensitive esophageus. The initial stage was the worst for me; they almost weren't able to place the cateter down my esophageus. However, despite this, I was able to complete the procedure in the end. I would say it's possible that you are unlucky like me and it will be very unpleasant for you, but you can also be lucky and it can be completely alright for you. Either way, you can do it, it lasts only about 15 minutes and after that you will be alright and it will help the doctors determine what is up with you and what kind of therapy you need so it's definitely worth it :) Just try to believe you will be lucky and not stress about it. Stressing is definitely not gonna make it better. Good luck to anyone who needs to undergo this procedure, you'll be fine :)

[@JeffDove43]

How long did your throat hurt after? Been a day still some pain

[@estelleadamski308]

Yours was the most recent comment. I am having this done next month. I was shocked as I had no idea they would put a tube down my throat. 6 days ago I had an endoscopy and my throat was very sore for days. Mine was not a normal endoscopy as they used a laser to burn tissue and used mesh & stitches to close a defect. I will also do another upper GI the wk. before. I'm sick of the whole mess. Was it awful? Did you gag? I'm in a panic now!

[@trevodonnell7651]

Is it worse or better than an endoscopy

[@bellacalleflygare3081]

need to do this so much. Dealing with reflux for 4 years vomiting more or less every day :(! I went to do this and I pulled out the cable. I was so scared. I don’t know what to do :(! So so scared for it. For it passing the throat 😓

[@trevodonnell7651]

Just had this done. It was horrendous, the worst part is putting the tube in and out. Once its in it just feels like endoscopy, cant be sedated unfortunately

[@amandaroinila1455]

Can you take a Xanax beforehand? I seriously think I will pass out.

[@moniquesmith9845]

I had this done yesterday and my throat is still sore and I woke up coughing.I don't like this uncomfortable feeling I can't wait until this capsule is out😒I got 3 different things done the same day.

[@markvaars37]

Attempted this this morning and it didn't go well I was gaging, choking and throwing up and couldn't breath it was HORRIBLE! And she he'd me trying to drink water while she was inserting it and that didn't help

[@mikekelly9108]

I get this done tomorrow and I hate this sort of thing, I'm a bit nervous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@patriciamoriconi9778]

how was it mike> is it easy to be done>

[@mikekelly9108]

​@@patriciamoriconi9778 It was not fun but I made. TY, do u need to get one done???

[@patriciamoriconi9778]

@@mikekelly9108 Yes I do. I am so much scared. I have done another called fibronasoendoscopy and I tolerated by the cateter is thinner and I think it is faster. This one I am really cared about.

[@patriciamoriconi9778]

I hate to feel nausea. I dont know how to manage this

[@mikekelly9108]

@@patriciamoriconi9778 Take a breath Patricia I'm a big baby and I did ok with this test. The 1st minute is the worst. After the tube is in it's not too bad. You will be fine, try not to worry. Ok My Dear??

[@grayfons3894]

this shit is incredibly painful, i couldn't breathe because of how intensely my gag reflex was going, and i starter spitting out blood because my nose and mouth were bleeding from being jabbed at with the tool. it's been 16 hours and im still spitting out globs of blood. if you have to get this done, beg them to put you to sleep or do a barium swallow instead or something. i knew this would be bad, but i had no idea how bad. i think i saw my life flash before my eyes

[@lyndagroiser4191]

Had it done today - worst test I have ever had. 24 hr tube comes out tomorrow morning and I will never have this again.

[@alasidereal]

If you're reading this remember every body reacts differently to this procedure, some gag some do not, some say it hurts and others say it's just uncomfortable, some people literally can't tolerate it and others say it's not so bad.

[@eyvettalewis]

I had this procedure done on 5/14.and it was awful. If I had known this was the test I was having I would not have been there. It took 3 tried to get it down first 2 I wasn’t given water to swallow. By the end of this my blood pressure was 171/99 it was awful. Was not deadened good felt a lot of pain. Not a good procedure at all 😩😩😩😩😩😩

[@ladennayoung2939]

It seem so horrible. Lord have mercy. Lord please help those of us that are having these issues in Jesus name. The nurse in the video seem awesome. I like how she was explaining how she was going to remove the device. It seem like she have a lot of experience, and seem to be pretty understanding/nice. May God bless us all in Jesus name.

[@FSXACE10]

Maybe if 'jesus' was actually listening, I and many others wouldn't be in constant pain requiring us to get this test, Ladenna.

[@carlasiqueland5867]

Good information thank you.

[@arie725]

This exam is a torture

[@Gamegodz76]

Arie Sadovnik just had this today it an awful feeling.

[@aleandrade1941]

I had it today. Is it normal to feel pain when swallowing??

[@stephaniefoster8009]

Just had this today 🥵 awful just awful

[@mikefernandez499]

Mid evil torture!

[@sadiegrimes7274]

Lol but imagine having done this for 24 hours twice and then having to go out of state to get this test done 🤪

[@002jsmithreaves]

If have trouble swallowing this a difficult procedure. I went this procedure 2 days. They gave me this liquid get in my nose. They stick the tube up your nose when it get to your throat. They want you to sip to help pass through for the tube. I got sick 3 times they tried it. My nose was constantly bleeding. On some videos I seen they spray your nose and your to num they didn't do anything but liquid gel up my nose only. They couldn't finish the procedure so now I have appointment for partial sedation. They should have done that at the beginning. My throat still sore.

[@zJuan5150]

For me this procedure sucked .. I just did one today and hopefully this is my last time doing this because it was pretty uncomfortable, not painful, but uncomfortable even with both local nose anesthesia gel and the throat numbing spray.

[@KingdomCitizen1988]

Good information.

[@v_kook_jennie8169]

Guys, don't panic it would be easiest, i panicked so much by seeing bad experiences but it would be doable, have faith in yourself and God 🙏💕

[@depeshkumar7123]

Sir what is the cost of esophageal manometery in India plz rply me quickly

[@chelu5260]

In Jehnagir Hospital @Pune is ₹8000

[@debraleavy8338]

Has anyone been put to sleep for this test?

[@wunderin2844]

My 5 week old baby has to have this test done.

[@ColoringKaria]

Oh my god! I hope it helped him!

[@wunderin2844]

@@ColoringKaria she has this test Wednesday. :/

[@FSXACE10]

kill the damn baby if it's having those problems and it can't be fixed. I sure as hell wished my parents would've done that to me.

[@ಜಲಗಾರಸೂಳೆಗೋಸ್ಕರಆದಕೊಲೆಗಾರ]

​@@wunderin2844is your baby fine...?

[@MarionBurgwin-bk6ey]

No! I had this done 1 month ago. I felt like the nurse was ham-handed. My nose bled the whole time (1 hour). I’ve told complete strangers not to agree to this test. I would rat out the GI clinic but I fear legal repercussions.

[@kimbrisbois2882]

Scheduled for tomorrow along w the 24 he PH test 😭 NOT looking forward to this

[@pilotprincess1]

I’m scared to death because this is the next step for me.

[@nataliauribe7734]

how did you do? Feel better?

[@estelleadamski308]

You gotta be kidding me! I'm having this in a month. No way I want that tube down my throat. I have had nightmares since my dad had this done. Never did I ever think it would happen to me. Sounds like a nightmare to me.

[@chadayharris5510]

What kinda doctor does this

[@jasminejiles1061]

Gastroenterologist

[@Yolanda_Ortiz]

After seeing this video I cancelled my appointment unless they put me to sleep I’m not doing it

[@margotbeck1573]

Evelyn Yolanda excellent choice

[@cfrailey64]

I was told you can't be pur out because you have to follow commands like swallowing so they can graph what's happening.

[@ladennayoung2939]

If you are having difficulty swallowing, and you can't get food down at all. I would suggest to try to go through with it. I'm supposed to get this test done in the future God's will. I haven't been able to eat solid foods since June, and at one point I couldn't get liquids or solids down. I have lost eighty something pounds because of this. I have been hospitalized three times because of this. Two times I was hospitalized in July, and once in November. I get severely low of magnesium and potassium. It cause me to get very ill. I pray you get the test done, and they find out what's wrong with you, and that you get the treatment you need to help resolve the issue in Jesus name.

[@ladennayoung2939]

@@cfrailey64 Yeah. That's the reason why they won't put you to sleep for the procedure from my understanding.

[@reginasenno4734]

I don't blame you. I'm supposed to have this done. I can't do it.

[@Thickardo]

I had this godforsaken test done today, and I just wanna let everyone who is has this procedure on an upcoming date know that the first 30 seconds are the absolute worst. Once it reaches the valve to get inside your stomach. the worst is over. I have type I achalasia and I can't even count the amount of times I gagged and regurgitated mucus and saliva. I failed this test twice with an impatient specialist, but then I ended up passing the third time due to a kind woman making me feel totally comfortable and relaxed throughout. Except the wait for that test was about 2 months. ONCE IT'S IN THE STOMACH, IT'S UNCOMFORTABLE AS HELL, BUT IT SURE BEATS THE INITIAL MOMENTS OF GETTING THE TUBE IN.

[@temo3847]

I tried this test and it was so painful that I could not bear it and lost consciousness

[@pamelacossey8604]

My gi Dr wants this done even though egd was fine. No thks!

[@mikefernandez499]

I just got this procedure and I call bullshit. You forgot to mention the part about the gushing blood that ran out of my nose. People it took them 15 I repeat 15 tries to jam that fucking thing down my throat. Other than that have a nice visit! Where did you find that actress? She didn’t even break a sweat! Lies!!!

[@ladennayoung2939]

I hate that you went through that. I think sometimes the staff is not as experienced, or there is probably other issues that causes you all to bleed, and the medical staff shouldn't attempt to keep trying to perform the procedure if that is happening. They should know when they need to stop, and try to figure out what's going on to cause the bleeding, and see if they can do another test that can diagnose you properly with less discomfort. Some people is just not equipped to do certain things. Even if they are supposed to be an expert in their field. I pray that things are better for you now in Jesus name, and I pray that you are healed in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen and Amen and Amen and Amen and Amen and Amen.

[@chrisball3634]

It was a painful "orrible" experience!😀😠😕

[@billyvalentine4365]

Dr sent me here. Hell no. I'm not doing that.

[@kelianemacedo2730]

Deus

[@taspataky-snell349]

i’m being sedated for mine thank fuck

[@nataliauribe7734]

I would love the same. What sedatives can you take. Do you know?

[@taspataky-snell349]

@@nataliauribe7734 basically i’m also having an endoscopy before and because i’m a minor they sedate me for that and my doctor is just going to put the tubes in while i’m sedated

[@ladennayoung2939]

@@taspataky-snell349 Yeah. Anyone that get an endoscopy get a minor form of sedation. But this test as a norm is different. Because they supposedly need you awake to swallow.

[@hollyc7628]

Did they wake you back up to do more tests? Or were u asleep while they did their tests.?

[@taspataky-snell349]

@@hollyc7628 I was asleep for an endoscopy and while they out in the manometry tubes but I was awake for the 24 hour period while it was still in