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Posted 4/16/2019 2:03 PM (GMT 0)
I'm supposed to have one tomorrow after a Gastric Emptying Scan. Worrying myself too much by reading posts about people getting sick, constipated for days, etc. from the barium.

Is it worthwhile? Will I be OK? Nervous. Nervous about all these tests, except GES which seems pretty easy.

Thanks for advice!
Posted 4/16/2019 2:38 PM (GMT 0)
It's not tasty, but it's not that bad at all. You don't have to drink it all at once, that makes it easier. I didn't get constipated or sick, just eat vegetables and whole grain meals, and drink fresh juice.
Posted 4/16/2019 2:43 PM (GMT 0)
This goes back to not relying on the internet so much - there is a lot of misinformation out there. You will be fine, it's necessary for a diagnosis. Just make sure that you drink a lot of water following the test.

Sharon
Posted 4/16/2019 3:14 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you, all! Feeling better now.
Posted 4/16/2019 3:26 PM (GMT 0)
Has anyone gotten a specific diagnosis based on the Barium swallow?
Posted 4/16/2019 3:49 PM (GMT 0)
I've only had it done in conjunction with other testing.
Posted 4/16/2019 3:55 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, I am having other testing as well.

Did it show anything? Or, what tests allowed your docs to make a diagnosis?
Posted 4/16/2019 4:55 PM (GMT 0)
Endoscopy, Barium Swallow, 24-hr pH testing, Manometry. They are all used for different reasons. My testing confirmed GERD and hiatal hernia.

Sharon
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