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A Close Look at Your Esophagus, Stomach, and Upper Intestine to Find the Cause of Your Symptoms
An EGD, also called an upper endoscopy, lets a board-certified gastroenterologist examine the lining of your esophagus, stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (the duodenum). A thin, flexible tube with a tiny camera is gently passed through your mouth while you rest comfortably under sedation.
An EGD helps find the cause of symptoms like heartburn, difficulty swallowing, upper abdominal pain, nausea, or bleeding. It also lets your doctor take small tissue samples (biopsies), test for H. pylori infection, and even treat certain problems, all during the same procedure.
An upper endoscopy is one of the most accurate ways to diagnose and treat problems in the upper digestive tract. Your doctor may recommend an EGD to investigate ongoing reflux or GERD, stomach ulcers, difficulty or pain with swallowing, unexplained upper abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, or signs of bleeding such as anemia. Because your doctor can see the tissue directly and take biopsies, an EGD often provides answers that blood tests and imaging cannot.
Your doctor may recommend an EGD if you have symptoms that need a closer look. You may be a candidate if any of these apply:
An EGD may be recommended if you have:
If you have any of these symptoms, an EGD can find the cause quickly and comfortably. Talk with our team about whether an upper endoscopy is right for you.
Dr. Saranya Addepally is a board-certified gastroenterologist with six years of clinical experience, treating a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. She is especially passionate about women’s GI health—areas where patients often feel overlooked or hesitant to seek care.
Her medical journey began in India, where she completed her training before moving to the United States to pursue advanced education in medicine and Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas.
After several years in practice, she relocated to Houston to continue serving patients in the community. Following two years with a local group, she established her own practice, grounded in the principles and core values she believes are essential to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care.
An EGD, or upper endoscopy, lets your doctor examine your esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine using a thin, flexible camera passed through the mouth. It helps diagnose and treat upper digestive problems.
No. You are given sedation before the procedure, so the vast majority of patients feel nothing and do not remember it. Your throat may feel slightly sore for a short time afterward.
The procedure itself usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. With preparation and recovery from sedation, plan to be at the facility for about two hours.
You will need an empty stomach, so you are usually asked not to eat or drink for about six to eight hours before the procedure. Our team will give you exact instructions based on your medications and health.
Yes. Your doctor can take small, painless tissue samples during the exam to test for conditions such as celiac disease, H. pylori, or inflammation. You will not feel the biopsies.
Most patients can eat normally once the sedation wears off and any throat numbness is gone, usually within an hour or two. Your care team will let you know when it is safe.
An upper endoscopy is a straightforward procedure, and knowing what to expect makes it easier. From simple preparation to same-day results, our team guides you through every step.
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, we provide:
There is no single “quick fix” when it comes to your upper endoscopy. A little preparation makes for a smooth, accurate exam. At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic we walk you through the whole process so there are no surprises. Your visit includes:
Offering Fast Track GI appointments
Specialized Gastroenterology Appointments Within 3–5 Business Days
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