Are ulcers common post op? TERRIFIED OF THE SCOPE

Several months ago I began experiencing severe pain in my stomach. I tried tums, mylanta and the possible over the counter remedies. I ended up at the doctors office. She seems to think it's an ulcer, but cannot be for certain unless I have a scope done. Well she prescribed Nexium and it seemed to help for a short while but now isn't doint it. My question is are ulcers normal and how horrible is this scope? Do they put you to sleep or do they shove the tube down your throat while you're awake??? Thanks for your help! By the way in case this matters I'm 3 years post op LAP RNY

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