Bravo Esophageal pH Test | What You Need To Know
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- Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
- Bravo pH testing is performed to help evaluate patients with acid reflux symptoms. The bravo capsule is inserted in the esophagus (food tube) during an upper endoscopy and the patient will wear a small receiver to record the data from the capsule for 48 to 96 hours after testing. Proper testing requires the patient to follow some basic instructions which are highlighted in this educational video.#JHMGastro
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Had this procedure yesterday. No issues at all.
I had my procedure today and I was scared out of my mind bc I read the comments on this video earlier. And you all spoke about pain but I have to say that that has not been my portion, thank God 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼. There was some discomfort when I ate and swallowed a bigger bolus than I should have. But that's it! Different strokes for different folks, I guess 🤷🏽♀️
How were the results for you and was the test helpful? Did it resolve anything?
Ummmm, my results were normal! No excessive acid production! However, my hiatal hernia has to be surgically repaired bc my cough is HORRIBLE 😩!
My doctor is asking is asking me to stop taking my 40 mg ppi 2 weeks prior to the procedure! That sounds like it will be 2 weeks of misery. How long did you have to stop yours for?
@@piruz87 for mine 7 days before procedure
my doc prescribed acid reducers but i have no evidence of gerd. should i still take acid reducers?
I had the procedure a few days ago and just wanted to come back to say that I don't really feel any pain at all. Just some soreness and a bit of discomfort. Because the comments here scared me pretty bad beforehand but at least in my experience its not terrible.
After reading these comments I was teriffied as my 4 year old had this fitted, almost done with the test and can honestly say he's not complained once of discomfort or pain, he's eaten and drank as normal, only thing he mentioned was a sore throat from the camera! I think it's very dependant on the surgeon and where they place the device but so far no issues! Just hoping the device falls out and he passes this without issue
Did this help to resolve your baby’s issue?
Thanks so so much. I needed this video.
I had this put in this morning. Have not had pain at all. Clock reset early was all. Worst part was getting an IV started. Do have heartburn though.
I am using the device. Yes, the first day is very painful to swallow. Second day is still painful but not as bad if you eat very soft diet. I noticed that with any other food is very painful. This is the second time i had this done. The chest pain from the capsule is there when your esophagus muscles are moving. Is mostly because it is a wound at the site where the capsule is inserted and also because capsule is big. As of right now, i have pain but not as bad as 1st day. I still have another 2.5 days of it.
This is so funny! After reading the comments it must be a lot more than 1% with pain! I could not swallow the first day. Better now but the darn thing wakes me up beeping in the middle of the night for no reason.
I hate that machine lol
I must be the 1% as well because I had it put in about 13 hours ago and I'm in excruciating pain!! Also, my physician did not send a journal or tell me to keep one and they did not tell me I had to push any buttons on the monitor or even explain the monitor. All I was told was keep it within 3 feet and don't sip drinks. That was it in total!! Here I am at 11:56 PM in so much pain that I cannot even sleep or take a deep breath.
That’s terrible. The nurses in the GI lab had me watch a video with instructions and they explained the log and everything before I even had it placed this morning. I have no pain, only some mild discomfort in my abdomen when I swallow. Sounds like your doctor and his staff completely dropped the ball. Hope it feels better
I'm with you ! I had this procedure done yesterday! I'm in so much pain chest pressure some vomit coldness I'ma mess nurse says I'm in the 30 percent that feels the bravo pill
It feels like a potato chip stuck in your esophagus. The discomfort comes and goes. You also get an investigation of your upper digestive tract when they insert it, so they can detect other problems. I’d say it’s not too bad, just annoying.
Laura, Thanks for posting. I’m scheduled for it in a couple of weeks.
It’s the only procedure that I’ve ever been nervous about.
I agree with the first posters. I had this yesterday and despite being told only a slight discomfort at the start I can still feel it when eating, it's very uncomfortable and I'm hoping it wears off but I've prepared myself mentally for the discomfort to continue.
Any update on this? Did the discomfort go away?
Yeah me too. It’s been awhile and I still feel a good amount of discomfort in that area especially when I eat and it flairs up from time to time. Could be from the biopsy too. How long did it take for your pain to go away?
@@WaterIilIy I'm on day 3. Did the pain go away eventually for you?
Please let us know. Did the discomfort stop?
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I sincerely feel this video is not giving the public the "Truth" to this procedure. Yes, there is a LOT of discomfort upon swallowing, and that is on Anything! The first time I had this procedure done, the capsule which is NOT small and is about a inch and a half long stayed on for about ten days. I just had my second PH Bravo done this past week. I shared with the Drs how painful that capsule was, and after a 48 hour monitoring device finished its recording, about four hours later, that capsule dislodged and is no longer causing the PAIN that they do in fact cause. Also I have a Allergic Reaction to Nickel, and yet this capsule was still put in place.
Hi Lisa, We are sorry you experienced discomfort, and we agree that some small percentage of patients do have discomfort with the placement of the capsule which is why we discuss it as a potential issue in the video. The science and studies do have a good understanding that the rate of discomfort is low overall but it is present. We appreciate your suggestions here. Most nickel allergy is mild, but a few patients have anaphylaxis or a serious nickel allergy - the procedure is not recommended if you have a serious allergic reaction to the nickel but may be possible if you have a rash or mild response. If you need an appointment at our center, please call 410-933-7495 to get scheduled.
I think it varies. I felt discomfort but not pain. And that discomfort was quite mild compared to the acid reflux.
I'm really surprised by the number of posters who feel discomfort and even pain. I had this test 2 years ago (have to have another soon) and could never even tell that I had the capsule attached to the esophagus.
My GI doc decided to tell me moments before I fell asleep today that it would cause some pain! I was like WHAT?! And for me, it hurts. Every time I swallow, it hurts. It feels like the worst heartburn, so I can’t tell what is heartburn and what is the machine. I found that it eases the pain with swallowing when I lean to my left side.
I had this procedure last week and I did not experience any discomfort. I was afraid to eat whatever I wanted because my reflux is triggered by certain foods and you are not allowed to take the PPI medication. It did beep more often than I liked, but otherwise, no complaints.
Yes, this thing does hurt in the chest. I don’t know why people say it doesn’t. It sucks. Plus I’m having severe reflux since I can’t take the meds during this test. Ugh I’m miserable.
Agreed on the discomfort. The capsule was placed yesterday morning and it feels like I have a lump of food that's trying to come back up my throat. The more annoying aspect is the monitor I was provided doesn't have a very good range. The alarm goes off if it's more than 6 inches from my chest which is aggravating for a number of reasons. I called the GI lab to ask them if this was normal, and it's not, but there wasn't anything they could do because my study had already begun.
Did the feeling go away quickly?
@@nicolerauner7298 The discomfort lessened somewhat by the middle of the second day. It was gone by the fourth day when the capsule released. Hope that helps!
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Hi Brooke, Yes thank you so much.
I’m in the processof this now, which is the second part of my test, had another one done in office, it’s uncomfortable, it’s uncomfortable to swallow and breathe without it burning at times. Glad I go back in morning to take it out 😢
I am in the process too after having manometry before the Esophageal pH test. Catheter is very uncomfortable and I have pain in my throat all the time. I can’t wait for tomorrow to take it out! 😢😢😢
Yes, very uncomfortable
These instructions are incorrect. You have to push the symptom button twice because the device goes into sleep mode.
I had my tonsils out as an adult and as painful as that was, this bravo ph thing is excruciatingly painful. I’m currently barely making it through my first 24hours. Every time I swallow whether food or just saliva I get a sharp stabbing pain like my esophagus is ripping open. I can’t wait until the stupid thing falls off. This is the worst procedure I’ve ever had to go through 😭😭😭 I want to cry
I hate it. Fortunately I didn’t research it first as I normally would, or I may have chickened out. Maybe those of us who experience pain are the ones who have a lot of chest pain anyway, without the device. My usual heartburn is really painful.
I had mine inserted yesterday. Will take monitor back in two more days. Experience some discomfort 1st few hours with the attachment, rspecially when i 1st ate. Felt like indigestion. I have no appetite so it is hard to try to eat all they said too. Mostly experience nausea. Recorder was hard to get use too. Had to watch youtube video several times & still not sure i hsve recorded enough data to be of help. Sleep with it next to me. Other than that will turn on when i eat which is still not appetite, but nausea. Don't think it is going to tell them what is needed.
Oh no I'm not getting this! I've had Gerd for 9 years. I don't need this hell to determine that omg 🤦🏽♀️
feeling really sick after it was put in
LIES this thing hurts LIKE HELL! Some of the worst pain and in studies a lot more people complain of pain and not discomfort!
I have pain with the capsule. I just took acetaminophen I hope it will help
How do I set it to silence mode!
I’m scheduled to have this test. I don’t have any symptoms this records but I do have throat congestion that interferes with my speaking. Will this procedure be beneficial for tracking my symptoms?
So I need to do this procedure but I did a metal test and it turns out I'm allergic to nickel and cobalt. But I need this test. What are the risks? How long does it stay in me?
Does anyone else have a horrible cough from this procedure? It’s been 2 days and I sound horrible. It’s terribly uncomfortable.
The test is done for me only 2 days of the machine but don't think the capsule has dropped yet, can I go back to smoking my weed even though it hasn't dropped yet?
Had to have mine removed at the E.R. the pain was excruciating and I started to have chest pain. The GI doctor didn't push it out he actually removed it completely. And once it was gone I am 80% better.
The pain is so bad especially swallowing or trying to eat it makes me cry. This is so uncomfortable.
@@stace2576 Mine was supposed to fall out in 2 days per my GI doctor, but by the 4th day it didn't come out at that point my pain was unbearable. I knew it would not fall off on its own so I went to the E.R. and have it removed that way. To me, the longer it's inside of me the worse the pain is. I hope you're able to get it removed if it doesn't fall off...waiting the 7 days to let it takes its natural course doesn't seem plausible, at least to me. If I knew the result was to see how bad my reflux is, I would opt out of it. The pain wasn't worth the knowing.
Exactly! To your last comment. If this test is just to see how bad it is then what’s the point? It seems like there’s a lot of gimmicks like this that doctors do, procedures that offer absolutely to resolution. Crazy. You answered my question.
I'm going on on 7/1 for this. I have tertiary contractions in my lower 2/3rds of my esophagus though, so I'm certain it'll bug the hell out of me.
I can't NOT take cannabis oil and smoke for discomfort
@karensnow2708 Good luck... just be aware that eating and swallowing is a great challenge because the pain will cause a lot of discomfort. And also good luck having it fall off naturally. Overall, it's just a test to see the extent of your reflux. Which, I think it was something I wouldn't have done if it was just to determine such a thing. Because the result of the test amounts to nothing.
What button do you push if you're having excessive mucus production (throat clearing). It's not chest pain, heart burn, or regurgitation.
i think you and your nurse/doctor choose the three main symptoms you are experiencing
When you post it won't it beep like mad cos you're out if range??
Guess I’m the 1% because this severely hurt me. This is my last day before returning the receiver and I will be asking for this capsule to be removed. Eating makes me cry. It feels like someone is ripping my insides out. It’s a bad time.
I’m the 1% too! It’s the worst pain I’ve felt in my entire life. Can’t swallow without feeling like I was stabbed. 😭😭 did you end up getting yours taking out or did you wait for it to fall out?
@@BrandonNaatz I road it out until the end :/ it came out about a week later and even tho it was gone, it still hurt for two more days just way less.
@@Saki35721 I’m glad you were able to ride it out! Thank you for the response! Ugh this week is gonna suck. Are you completely pain freee from it now?
@@BrandonNaatz Oh yeah lol after the week and two days I was back to normal. You’ll get through it but it’s not easy.
@@Saki35721 How did you know it was out. I feel pain adn wondering if its irritated or the chip is still in there. They want to go back in and take it out but how to be sure its in there before going under anethesia again.
What if my primary symptom is chronic cough. What button do I press?
I’m scheduled for this procedure on this Wednesday. Many days I cannot clear my throat, leads me to be unable to talk at times. After seeking multiple doctors I was told it’s due to acid reflux even though I don’t have any symptoms other then this rattling phlegm that obstructs my vocal cords so much there are times when I cannot talk. Particularly noticeable when I’m making phone calls.
My question is how will this procedure benefit me? What follow up treatment is there?
none i believe these tests will make your symptoms worst i refuse to do them iam goung to my country to correct my Hiatial hernia all these tests are just to charge insurance and to get you worst '''they want me to do this test and a barium swallow just to still do surgery on me
I just had this done, I have no idea how accurate it will actually be considering how painful it is I can barely swallow my spit
Thank you! I can’t swallow at all without a sharp razor blade cutting pain. They told me before the procedure it wouldn’t hurt at all.... how long did it take for yours to fall out and did the pain go away instantly when it did?
@@BrandonNaatz how long until yours fell out?
@@presidentamanda7468 it took 6 days I believe! All of a sudden I swallowed and the pain was completely gone :)
@@BrandonNaatz I’m on my second day. I’m in so much pain. I can’t do this for 6 days. Did you have a cough? I’ve had a horrible cough since I woke up from the procedure on Thursday.
@@presidentamanda7468 the cough is most likely your bodies reaction to the pain; I don’t believe I had a cough though but everyone reacts differently. You’ll get through it though! I know it’s so painful and they don’t warn you but once it falls off; you’ll forget it ever happened!
I’m having a lot of pain with this capsule. I don’t know if this is from the capsule itself or it’s from the tubing
Yeah me too especially when I eat
@@WaterIilIy me as well. First day was really bad like a knife going in my chest right side. Seems like it's getting better over time. I had to procedure done Tuesday. How do you feel now. And how long ago was it done
I’m with all of you on this. I currently have this pain and it’s horrible. I cry from the pain. It’s like a knife is digging in my back.
I had one put in almost 72 hours ago but the red light keeps flashing and won't stop. Even after placing it on my chest for 50 minutes. It's not been 96 hours.
I can’t find anywhere where it actually states what keeps the bravo in place. Is it glued? Pinned? Suctioned?
It has a small hook tor attachment to the esophageal wall.
Should the blue light continue to blink every 12 seconds
It’s also not recommended to leave them on your night stand while you sleep
can you explain this?
What does L.I mean? I'm seeing that in place of the pH level.
Hi, we recommend reaching out to your doctor for more information on this.
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I had this done yesterday,it feels like something is stuck in my chest, like when you swallow a pill and it's stuck.Feels uncomfortable, also for no reason the monitor went off beeping and it was right next to me while I was watching TV then stopped suddenly, weird.
I just got it placed today and It's painful to swallow even saliva... That beeping sound goes off out of nowhere too..
@@arboludo Im having this done on March 23rd😳
@@caroltaylor3445 Good luck! The pain will go away in about a week. I suggest eating a soft diet. I had to get use to the beeping sound out of nowhere at night specially.
@@caroltaylor3445 how did it go? I’m having one done on the 30th
It's very uncomfortable! Aughh 😔Suxs!!
Can anyone share how long theirs stayed in place? I am on day 5 and it’s def still there, it’s weird, I feel it more today like I did on my first day. I don’t know if that’s a sign of dislodging? Help!
Mine was placed in yesterday. I thought I was crazy since I was told there would be no discomfort. Well that was not true. I cannot swallow. When I got home from hospital I could not swallow my one salvia. I am eating soup since that’s all that goes down but not with feeling the pain in my chest. I am able to swallow better today, but this is brutal. I hope it falls off early. I don’t know how they are going to read this since I am not eating normal, which I was told to do.
@@wendyreading1130oh no. I'm going 7/1.
trying to sleep but this keeps beeping at me. help. also agree with everyone saying it is uncomfortable. I can feel it in my esophagus like food that is mid swallow. it is painful if I actually swallow. if you have this done and do not experience pain or notice it is there like the video says 95% can you please comment. otherwise if you are reading this and nobody else commented you know the video is lying haha.
I feel for you Leah. I had to move the monitor around with me when I was sleeping because it wouldn't allow me to keep it more than about six inches from my chest for the duration of the study. I finally feel like the capsule has dropped--the lump in my throat sensation isn't there today (I had mine placed last Thursday morning).
@@brookeguelker2767 yeah same, after reading the comments I just put it right next to me in bed and it shut up after that. fingers crossed the capsule drops soon!
See my reply above.
Ive had mine in 8 hours and ive had it. Im on my way to the local hospital ER to have it removed. Never again! Ive had surgery that wasnt as painful. No test should ever cause this pain. Bad Bad design. I highly suggest anyone who is ordered this test, to refuse it. Too risky of a procedure to be done just to be told you have acid reflux! I could have diagnosed that without this expensive procedure. ??????
I am a retired hospital staff nurse and worked the majority of my career at St. Anthony Central Hospital in Denver Colorado
@@tamelasmith agreed, it is painful. I was informed by the nurse that it would be a little pain. But in reality it was a lot of pain. I can barely swallow because the pain would actually made me stop. Not just food but water hurts just as much. It's like a deep sharp pain. I returned the monitor 2 hours before my time was up. It is still there and don't know when it is supposed to fall. Some are saying between 5-7 days but that is still quite a long time when the pain is that obvious.
I hate this capsule it is so uncomfortable. I returned the receiver today and I have been trying to eat things that will force it to let go of my esophagus. I’ve had no luck.
Hated it. It actually came up into my throat!! Come to find out my GI Dr. Office does NOT have anyone who can read the test!! Check 1st. Unreal. Never ever again. Never again.
I must be one of the 1% who have pain also with painful swallowing
My mom just got hers and is catching hell swallowing
$6,000 receiver according to my gastroenterologist's office and its not even water proof 😂
It probably costs $20 to manufacture
Why would it matter that it is not waterproof ? Do you spend 24/7 in the water ? If you listened to your doctor , you can keep it outside the showers so as to not lose the signal.
Your post is of no use or help to any of us !!!
@@josephsantillo1580 so then move on and find another comment that is useful to you? Clearly you're missing the humor in something so expensive not being water proof, but I guess troll on, if you must.
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Poor desigh
This thing hurts. You can definitely feel the probe and it aggravates your reflux symptoms. Eating and swallowing is so painful with this thing in there.
I understand the diagnostic value of this device. Nevertheless, doctors should stop telling patients that the discomfort will be "mild" or "hardly noticeable." The pain caught me totally off guard.
OMG! I thought it was just me and that my hiatal hernia was aggravated by the procedure. Hurts to swallow, cannot wait until it falls off! How long did yours take to fall off?
@@achrisa0917 About 8 days. It was one of the longest weeks of my life.
@@davidcastillo1340 OMG! I thought the 14 days without Nexium was the longest weeks of my life, but at least I could take Tums! I'm on day 2 and I'm dying!
@@achrisa0917 I lost like 5 pounds that week because I ate much less from the pain. I guess it was a blessing in disguise. Either way, they should warn you how much this Bravo test hurts.
The video is very clear that MOST PEOPLE will not feel pain. I feel discomfort but not pain. But if you feel pain PLEASE reach out to your doctor right way.