barrium swallow tests - Open to All Other Health Topics Message Board

09-05-2002, 11:32 PM

does anyone know how it is done, i know you swallow some granuals and then swallow the barrium but i mean is it done laying down, sitting up, standing up? Can it be done laying down if its meant to be done upright as i can't be upright and am worried about it

veree · 09-06-2002, 06:50 AM

Husband had to drink barrium liquid mixed with water 2 hours before a ct scan. Is this what you are referring to?

Broadwaygirl03 · 09-06-2002, 02:01 PM

Lord, when I had upper and lower GI's done I had to drink Barrium, then I had to drink two 8 oz cups of it for another study... I simply refused to do it. I always say I will undergo any sugury or procedure but they'll have to kill me before I drink Barrium again. Anyway my tests were done lying down or somewhat sitting. Don't worry, I don't think you will have to like stand or anything. Hope everything turns out well for you

SnowyLynne · 09-06-2002, 09:17 PM

It's not so bad.I will be having an upper GI done the 13th.The same day also a sonogram to check out the gall bladder.I'm just happy I don't have to drink that awful stuff to clean my bowels out.That's another storey.LOL

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dandy · 11-03-2002, 05:56 PM

Oh yes I remember well. I had a barium swallow a couple of years ago. You do have to swallow sitting up and lying down on your side. While standing up they give you a liquid telling you to drink fast..it sort of feels like those "fizzies" in your mouth...so DO swallow fast because they seem to expand. Not a bad taste though so don't worry. While you're on your side you can watch its path on the screen. Pretty neat. Good luck.