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How can you care for yourself at home?
Activity
- Rest as much as you need to after you go home.
- Ask your doctor when you can drive again.
- You should be able to go back to your usual activities the day after the test.
Diet
- Follow your doctor's directions for eating after the test.
- Drink plenty of fluids (unless your doctor has told you not to).
Medicines
- If you have a sore throat the day after the test, use an over-the-counter spray to numb your throat.
Other instructions
- Do not sign legal documents or make major decisions until the medicine effects are gone and you can think clearly. The anesthesia medicine can make it hard for you to fully understand what you are agreeing to.
When should you call for help?
Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:
- You passed out (lost consciousness).
- You have trouble breathing.
- You vomit blood or what looks like coffee grounds.
- Your stools are maroon or very bloody.
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
- You are vomiting.
- You have new or worse belly pain.
- You have a fever.
- You cannot pass stools or gas.
- Your stools are black and look like tar, or they have streaks of blood.
Watch closely for any changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
- You do not get better as expected.
Current as of: October 19, 2023
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.
