We Perform Upper Endoscopies in Atlanta, GA
Digestive health is essential for your overall well-being. However, many people are unaware of how to treat or even recognize digestive concerns. That’s why you need GI Specialists of Georgia. We perform upper endoscopy procedures, to identify digestive tract issues among our patients. If you suffer from heartburn or have trouble eating foods that used to be your favorites, you may benefit from an upper endoscopy. Our knowledgeable team will use this procedure to examine what’s going on in your gastrointestinal system. We can then devise a plan to treat whatever’s ailing you. Let us put you on the path to better health and comfort with an upper endoscopy at any of our state-of-the-art clinics near the Atlanta area.
What Is an Upper Endoscopy?
An upper endoscopy, also known as an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy), is a procedure that allows our doctors to examine the upper part of the digestive system. During the procedure, we will assess the esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine, the duodenum. Your esophagus is responsible for carrying food from your mouth to your stomach, where it begins the digestion process. Ensuring these organs are healthy is vital for comfortable eating and digestion.
Why Do Healthcare Providers Perform Upper Endoscopies?
If you visit any of our offices in Northwest Atlanta with digestive concerns, you may be recommended an upper endoscopy. We perform this procedure for anyone experiencing abdominal pain, regular nausea and vomiting, swallowing problems, unexplained weight loss, or even loss of appetite. An upper GI endoscopy gives us a direct view of your gastrointestinal system and allows us to take biopsies if needed. It is a more accurate tool than X-rays alone for diagnosing GI problems.
What is the Upper Endoscopy Procedure?
In a way, the upper endoscopy procedure begins before you arrive at our office. You must complete upper endoscopy prep at home. This entails consuming only clear liquids for six to eight hours before your appointment and discontinuing some medicines as instructed. Our highly trained specialists will start your upper endoscopy appointment by administering a sedative to ensure that your are comfortable during the procedure. We then insert an endoscope, which is a narrow, flexible tube with a light and small video camera, through your mouth. We gently slide it down your throat and into your esophagus, stomach, and upper intestine. Meanwhile, we will pump air through it so that we can see your organs better. During the process, our doctor will use a video monitor to closely examine any problems or perform treatments if necessary. We may also remove tissue for biopsy. The entire process should take no more than 15 minutes, and you will be able to go home immediately after we are done.
What Does an Upper Endoscopy Show?
An upper endoscopy can reveal a wealth of information about your digestive system. At first glance, it can show inflammation, ulcers, tumors, or infections. Any of these could be contributing to problems such as acid reflux disease, heartburn, esophagitis, swallowing disorders, or GI disorders. But equally as important, it allows us to remove tissue and test it for problems including cancer. Our comprehensive upper endoscopy analysis is useful for creating a treatment plan that will help you consume and digest food more easily.
Why You Should Choose GI Specialists of Georgia for Your Upper Endoscopy
GI Specialists of Georgia is Northwest Atlanta’s leading gastrointestinal and hepatology services provider. Our team of experts is dedicated to maintaining our patients’ health through exceptional technology and expertise. We are proud to set the standard for excellence in our field and are confident our upper endoscopy procedure can isolate whatever is troubling you.
Schedule Your Upper Endoscopy Procedure Today
If you experience regular heartburn or any other digestive issues, GI Specialists of Georgia can help. We will perform an upper endoscopy to pinpoint your problem and devise a solution. We have nine offices and three endoscopy centers in the Northwest Atlanta area to serve you. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Schedule an Appointment with Our Atlanta-Area Gastroenterologists
Whether you’re here for an endoscopic ultrasound or a colonoscopy, we will treat you with the utmost respect and dignity. Our gastroenterologists in the Douglasville and Northwest Atlanta area believe in the importance of educating our patients on a variety of health topics, ranging from anemia to gastrointestinal infections, cirrhosis of the liver, and pancreatitis. To schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified gastroenterologists, please contact GI Specialists of Georgia today.
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