Can anyone tell me how a flouroscope is done? Is it like a simple x-ray? Do you have to drink anything?

Thanks!

Can anyone tell me how a flouroscope is done? Is it like a simple x-ray? Do you have to drink anything?

Thanks!

The fluorscope my doctor uses is a large standup device that you step up to, get in postion, and they can look at your innards. no clamps, no pokey things and you get to keep your clothes on. Yes, you do drink something; less than an ounce of barium which is a contrast element that lets the doc see exactly what happens when you swallow and see if there are any restrictions or reflux. My doc uses one for every fill.

Hope this helps.

Jo Ann

Thanks! That makes me feel much better. I'm not fond of tubes going down my throat, that's why I asked.

Glad to help.

Jo Ann

When I have the fluro I just lay on a table with my clothes and jewelry on and this machine that point it over my stomach and I don't drink anything. Then you can plainly see my band, tubing and port and he just pokes the needle in my port and in 10 sec. it's done.

When I have the fluro I just lay on a table with my clothes and jewelry on and this machine that point it over my stomach and I don't drink anything. Then you can plainly see my band, tubing and port and he just pokes the needle in my port and in 10 sec. it's done.

Thanks for this info. The above is my kind of office visit!