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Nothing is intrusive. My sister needed to have an endoscopy and they wouldn't do it because of her neck. She is now totally fused and stiff. If she needed to have anything done they could not do it. If they put a breathing tube down they have to be able to move your head to accommodate that tube. It would depend on how they would anesthetize you.

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rwhite44 | @rwhite44 | Jan 8 2:39pm

Ugh, that sounds awful, and I'm so sorry your sister's situation is that severe.
I know that with some cervical fusions, it can narrow your esophagus pretty significantly.
I have almost choked several times because of it, but I'm still able to have endoscopy and have been anesthetised so I guess I should be greatful for that small win.

I'm hoping that this complication won't ultimately be THE thing that causes some significant issue that leads to a bad outcome for your sister. I can only imagine how frustrating and scary that is for you as her sister.
But at least you have each other to lean on, and I'm sure that means the world to her.
Wishing you a good '25. Hope your sister is finding ways to keep pain at a minimum and staying as healthy and positive as possible!

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