After endoscopy: home instructions and checking results
After the examination, confirm advice specific to the sedation, biopsy and treatment you actually received. Recovery and checking results are next steps just as important as the examination itself.
Key points
- Home instructions for the procedures received
- Check biopsy results
- Prompt assessment of concerning symptoms
What to check before going home
Confirm which examinations and treatments were performed, instructions for food, activity and medicines, and how to contact the team. If you received sedation, do not drive yourself and follow the home travel plan you were given.
Do not miss your results
The explanation on the day and biopsy results may be separate. Record how to obtain results and your next consultation. If you have not received the expected information, contact the clinic.
When not to wait for medical care
Severe or worsening abdominal pain, persistent bleeding, breathing difficulty or marked dizziness need prompt medical assessment. For serious symptoms, do not wait for a routine appointment or an online reply. Call 119 in Korea or go to an emergency department.
Frequently asked questions
When can I start eating and exercising?
Instructions may vary depending on sedation, biopsy and polyp removal. Confirm individual instructions before going home.
Does not receiving results mean that there is no problem?
Do not interpret it that way. If a biopsy or other testing was performed, check with the clinic that you have received the results.
What should I do about severe pain or bleeding after the examination?
Seek immediate medical assessment. Use emergency care if symptoms are serious or it is difficult to contact the team promptly.