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I went to an ENT that my Pulmonologist referred me to and he is going to do a CT w/contrast tomorrow and a scope in his office on Friday to see my vocal cords. I don't know how painful that will be but I'll find out.I am really so tired of all these tests.I saw the surgeon yesterday and he was going to refer me to an ENT himself so I guess its OK. Also seeing the Infectious Diseases Dr on 20h to try and find out what I do have so this is all so nerve wracking to say the least. Still have some chest pain once in awhile and coughing goes in spurts. I still feel like I have to take a breath when I'm talking so don't know why.Anyone have this test or my upcoming tests can you please tell me what to expect? Thank you-
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@pattymac I've had many scopes for a paralyzed vocal cord and they are not bad at all. As @tdrell explained they do numb your throat and the tube that the doctor inserts through the nose is very thin. An experienced doctor can do it quite quickly and generally you can see the results on the computer screen right away (or even as the doctor is doing the procedure). Of all the tests that you can have, this one is pretty easy to go through. (If you have a deviated septum, it's important to use the side of your nose that is not blocked.) Keep in touch with us if you have any other questions. Tersa
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Pattymac...I have had 2 scopes by ENT done within past 2 years...no discomfort ...these Drs know what they are doing...use numbing materials....move fast but steady...no prep required ....no pain during or after.tdrell