• The doctor puts the tube into your nose or mouth. You may feel the
tube in your throat or the need to cough. You will be able to swallow
and breathe.
• Your doctor will be talking to you, but you should not talk during the
test. This helps keep you from having a sore throat.
• The doctor removes mucous and a tissue sample if needed.
• The tube is then removed.
After the Test
• The nurse will check you often for about 1 hour after the test.
• Medicines given during the test will make you sleepy. You will need to
have an adult family member or friend take you home for your safety.
• In about 2 hours, the numbing medicine wears off and you will be able
to eat and drink.
• You may have a sore nose or throat, a hoarse voice, or a cough. It is
normal to cough up a small amount of blood.
• Test results are sent to your doctor. Your doctor will share the results
with you.
Call your doctor if you have:
• A fever over 100.5 degrees F or 38 degrees C
• Other concerns
Call 911 right away if you:
• Have trouble breathing
• Have chest pain
• Are coughing up large amounts of blood
Talk to your doctor or nurse if you have questions or concerns.
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