Just wanted to reassure anyone going for an endoscopy and they are worried about it that it really is nothing to fear.

I had mine yesterday and was an anxious wreck for four days before, no sleep, palpitations, everything! Got to my appointment and was asked if wanted sedation "no thank you" I replied and away we went. The nurses were lovely and the whole experience lasted around 4 minutes. Yes I gagged but the nurses held my hand. The best advice I can give is close your eyes and breath and before you know it is finished.

Hope this helps.