Barium Swallow Soon, Super Nervous

Hello everyone.

I've had intense dysphagia for over 25 years (I'm 29 now). I was instructed to get a barium swallow. Last time I had one, I was 16 and my nurses were incredibly rude, forcing me to eat and drink things I physically could not to the point I had burst into tears (not flattering, I know) and ultimately failing after I couldn't swallow the solution quick enough. That was then, when I was still able to eat and drink somewhat easier.

Now I'm 29 as said and I need to have an esophagram done. Issue is is I can't drink anything thicker than water right now or I choke and/or aspirate. My question is, what can I expect? How can I stay calm? What's the barium solution like (it's been a long time) and any advice for someone who's struggling to swallow? I really can't fail this exam again but I'm pretty traumatized from the last time I took it. I've tried looking up Youtube videos or old subreddits but nothing was useful. Apologies in advance if it doesn't belong here!

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