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Do you need sedation for a gastroscopy?

I am a 34 year old male. I want to know if you need sedation for a gastroscopy?

3 Answers

It would be much more pleasant unless you have no gag reflex.

From Christopher Creighton
For gastroscopy in a young man, deep sedation by an anesthesiologist will likely be the best option.
It can be done without sedation, but if you feel nervous, the doctor can give you a simple IV sedation.