An endoscopy can diagnose eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), but it’s also an important tool for monitoring how well medical therapy is working — especially when you switch treatment types.
“Typically an endoscopy is done 6 to 12 weeks after a treatment is started or changed,” says Alex Koral, MD, a gastroenterologist and an associate professor of pediatric gastroenterology at Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut.
Before scheduling an endoscopy, your doctor will review your overall health, medications, and any risk factors to make sure the procedure and sedation are safe for you, says Hector Gonzalez, MD, a gastroenterologist with Gastro Health in Plantation, Florida. “The goal is to make sure you feel comfortable, informed, and confident going into your endoscopy.”
As your procedure day approaches, it can help to know how to plan for an EoE endoscopy. Your healthcare provider will give you specific instructions before your appointment, but you can also prepare with the expert-backed tips below.