Endoscopy in Chandigarh: Complete Guide to Costs, Preparation and What to Expect
If your doctor has recommended an endoscopy in Chandigarh and you're not sure what to expect, this complete guide from Dr. Sandeep Pal, Gastroenterologist in Chandigarh, covers everything — from preparation to costs to recovery. What Is an Endoscopy? An endoscopy is a procedure using a thin, flexible camera tube (endoscope) to look directly inside your digestive system. It is quick, safe, and provides information no blood test or scan can match. Types of Endoscopy Done in Chandigarh Upper GI Endoscopy (OGD Scopy) Camera goes through the mouth to examine the food pipe, stomach, and upper intestine. Recommended for: acid reflux, difficulty swallowing, stomach ulcers, unexplained weight loss, vomiting blood. Colonoscopy Camera goes through the rectum to examine the entire large intestine. Recommended for: rectal bleeding, colorectal cancer screening (from age 45), polyps, IBD, chronic diarrhoea or constipation. How to Prepare For Upper GI Endoscopy: Fast from midnight — no food or w...
