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Posted 4/29/2013 5:50 AM (GMT 0)
And there was reflux at the pharynx level with high normal UES pressure, a tough one to tackle!
Posted 4/29/2013 2:49 PM (GMT 0)
Tell me about it :)

My surgeon suggests wait and see to let healing complete.

I've been using alkaline water regularly now and that seems to have been helpful.
Posted 4/29/2013 3:42 PM (GMT 0)
My surgeon told me that Linx may not show up as increased LES pressure. He thinks pH test is the only good way of measuring it (indirectly).

I think gastric yield pressure is a better metric than LES pressure.
gut.bmj.com/content/30/10/1309.full.pdf

Post Edited (gerd_hater) : 4/29/2013 11:30:48 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 5/11/2013 9:35 PM (GMT 0)
Hi GH,

Thanks for the Lambroza data!

As for your LPR symptoms and Gastric Yield information, as above...

Maybe it is that your stomach is under increased internal pressure of some sort (i.e. belching?) since on the few times you had refluxed it went all the way to into your throat. However, you mentioned that the UES pressure is a bit on the high side, which is a bit confusing.

The pressure must be quite strong, I think, to get past the Linx at the LES and then past the UES.

Does the belching directly correlate to the upper reflux? Is there any way to measure that?

Hope that you are keeping away from carbonated beverages.

Regards,

GM

Posted 5/14/2013 1:15 PM (GMT 0)
JPT,

Thanks for the note.
Very curious about the atomizer spray and how things have been for you of late.
Is your breathing still good ?

GH
Posted 5/26/2013 1:39 AM (GMT 0)
gerd_hater
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Please, please give us an update. We learn from your experiences. Thanks.
Posted 5/26/2013 3:37 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Gerd_Hater,

I just had the Linx procedure yesterday. How are you feeling? I see that you said you were still getting some heartburn. I'm worried that I will be too, but I guess it's too early to tell since it's only the second day.

I hope you're doing well!
Posted 5/26/2013 4:49 AM (GMT 0)
Quick update:
4 months post op.

Quit PPI 6 weeks ago.

- No heartburn
- Very occasional hot flashes, the stomach pressure does overpower the Linx sometimes, usually during meals and slightly later
- Dysphagia still occurs if I eat very fast. Having water handy is important during meals.
- So, overall reflux wise I am doing ok. It is much better than before and is it PERFECT ? No way, but it is pretty good for the minimal dissection that they do.

- My breathing is still very bad and residual damage to voice box is also concerning (but this is not the Linx's fault)

The major diffference between Linx and a "natural" valve that we are born with seems to be that Linx opens up suddenly once pressure exceeds its capacity while the natural valve probably opens bit by bit. This manifests in "sudden" burps.

For the most part, I don't really think about it that much. If I go easy on the amount I eat per sitting, I do pretty good. If I insist on overloading the tummy, I do get reminded of reflux with the occasional burps of reflux. So, I am trying to train myself to respect the Linx's ability as my stomach's ability.

Overall, my recommendation from the previous time is still valid: Linx is especially good if you get it done early in your GERD fight. If your esophagus is not strong enough (like mine), you will get some dysphagia even at 4 months.

Do let me know if you have any specific questions.

GH
Posted 5/28/2013 6:02 PM (GMT 0)
Hi GH,

I have been monitoring this forum... smilewinkgrin

Could you please explain a bit more about the Dysphagia you are having now?

Do moist foods go down better? Are there any foods that you stay away from?

Thanks,

GM

 

Posted 5/28/2013 11:25 PM (GMT 0)
- I don't stay away from any foods, even carbonated drinks are ok.
- The dysphagia is really limited to the first few bites of a meal; basically I need to help the first couple of bites along - water is very handy - and rest of it is relatively smooth.

Nothing much else to it really. It is not something I worry about.

GH
Posted 5/29/2013 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
gerd_hater,

Did you get the feelings of heartburn/acid reflux early on after the surgery? I'm 5 days post-op and I swear that I'm feeling heartburn. I'm still taking my PPI's...they weren't that effective for me though anymore so that's why I opted for surgery. I'm getting very discouraged because I think I'm feeling acid reflux, but could irritation cause that same feeling? I'm really hoping that this surgery worked for me or i'll be so upset :(
Posted 5/29/2013 3:14 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, I did feel heartburn too like I mentioned on the other thread.

Whatever symptoms you may feel, just pretend you haven't had the surgery for 3 months.
Everything will get better in time.

GH
Posted 5/29/2013 3:28 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks GH! That helps...I guess I have to think that way. It's hard when I'm feeling so crappy right now. My reflux goes into my throat too. I don't really get "heartburn", but acid reflux that burns my lower throat. It's so irritated right at the LES and feels like reflux.

I'm glad to see that things have gotten better for you though in time. I guess it takes a while. I haven't been off PPI's in 15 years so if I'm ever able to get off of them, that will be the day for sure! The acid rebound is horrendous! I see that you were able to get off of them though, so that marks a good sign for me.
Posted 1/10/2014 1:29 PM (GMT 0)
Has anyone heard from gerd _ hater lately?
Posted 4/10/2014 9:05 PM (GMT 0)
Hello sinfrontera, gerd_hater, shrtcak81, beach-girl, JustPassingThrough, Gastricman, LINXERS and others that have an implanted (or explanted) Linx:
please tell us how you are now that time has passed.

Bump
Posted 4/10/2014 11:38 PM (GMT 0)
I'm only 6 weeks post linx implant, but I'm feeling good. I still have dysphagia, but mostly it resolves after a little pain. Occasionally I regurgitate food or liquid.

No reflux anymore, I feel good and really glad I had the surgery.

Erica
Posted 4/16/2014 12:26 AM (GMT 0)
Hello sinfrontera, gerd_hater, shrtcak81, beach-girl, JustPassingThrough, Gastricman, LINXERS and others that have an implanted (or explanted) Linx:
please tell us how you are now that time has passed.
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