Boy can I relate to this. Just for once to have someone say don' t you cope well and aren't you great still doing this and that despite all that pain instead of hmm it's nothing, lose a bit of weight...
Well here I am 2.5 years after my linx op and I am very pleased with it. The residual problems have settled and I am doing well. This has taken some research and determination though. I now take...
Hi Kathleen, like you I believe I am suffering with low stomache acid and also a sore stomache as it throbs so I have to be careful what I take. I tried to take the HCL but tum was not ready for...
Hi I am interested to know what the home test is that you did? I think I may have low stomache acid too as I feel worse on ant acids. I feel better with apple cider vinegar....opposite of what is...
Hi all, still got the dreaded reflux..particularly at night....but NOT on PPIs as they make me feel sick and ill but still taking herbal remedies which help but do not cure things. My GP has given me...
Sorry Linx bud...not linx man I meant to say. I will look for you on face book. Are you Linxbud on there too. I am my own name which I am not putting on here other than Sue. OK will look for you. I...
Hi all, been off here for a while. I am still experiencing problems post linx with reflux. Not as bad as before the op as I had regurgitation regularly then and could taste my food round the clock...
Hi linxbud yes it is very disheartening after experiencing a reflux free life for a while to then have problems again. I had the Linx on the NHS as my private health plan refused to pay for it...
Hi all, Still struggling with my reflux symptoms. I have eliminated my heart palpitations via the use of slippery elm herbal chewable tabs and occasional Gaviscon. Re reflux ...Pretty much OK daytime...
Hi linxbud, I have had exactly the same problem as you. I had the Linx in the UK in 2013. It took about a year to get off all the PPIs and then i had four blissful months of no reflux symptoms at...
Hi again Yash...to help yourself immediately try to identify triggers for your reflux and cut them out. For me coffee was a big trigger so I cut out all coffee de caf included. Tea as well....I now...
Hi Yash...sorry to hear you are suffering with LPR. I understand what you are going through. It is hard and quite frightening when you feel you have no control over the symptoms. I am doing a lot...
Well I have a conundrum for you all..... I have tried going back on PPIs..no go ...make me feel sick as a dog now..even gaviscon is disagreeable now....so as still getting tachcardia and reflux...
Hi Andy thanks for the reply. Yes I was on NSAIDS for many years due to a back problem but came off them in 2010 due to tummy troubles. Have occasionally had them since to settle flare ups of...
It is distressing and invades quality of life. But do not despair as with a little research you can do a lot to help yourself. Read up about reflux diets and habits and keep a diary to spot triggers...
Hi Michelle you are not alone in your symptoms I stated like you four Years ago waking early morning with upset tum and palpitations Heart rate 165 Was told over and over it was anxiety but it's not....
Hi all it isDecember 2014 and unfortunately my reflux has come back somewhat. I was doing GREAT but then had a severe back problem, was stuffed full of painkillers...tramadol/paracetemol and even...
Hi fall18 post linx my reflux magically disappeared and I was able to sleep in a bed for the first time in a few years (slept in recliner due to reflux at night) I was told to come off PPis straight...
Not been on here for a while. Thanks for all the history Dunflying and very glad you are doing so well with the Linx. I was great but just recently my symptoms have returned. i have some other...
Hi honey, I have had Fibro for 30 years and you sure sound as if you have it to me. There are some excellent books out there that will fill you in on the sensible causes ( all in your head guys to be...
Hi Gerdproblems as regards the Linx I am doing really really well. It has taken 12 months though to get to the stage where I am off PPI s altogether with some ups and downs.....mainly ditching the...
Hi have not been on here for a while... been studying for an exam but I have much to report. Had quite a bad time over Xmas 2013 with a resurgence of reflux which manifests for me mainly at night and...
Hi there I have been away from here for a while but have just seen your post. Its a while since March so hope you are feeling better. I had the Linx on NHS in UK in July 2013. Fell out with my...
Hi grover cat, good luck with all your tests. Hope they all come back good to go for the Linx. I have been away to North Wales for a week hence no PC to post with. I am doing well. Much better...
Thanks Rita I am going to discuss all this with my consultant and GP. I am feeling a little better using the Fruitin which works on the same principal of putting a barrier on the stomache. I have...
Hi Tracy, I think you may be right. What is carafate? Where can I get it from?...
Wow week ten post op. There was a time I thought I would never enjoy food again but...... I have enjoyed gammon and eggs and chips and beans and chocolate fudge cake and chocolate ice cream no...
Hi thanks for that Grover cat. I was thinking of contacting my surgeon about it and I will have a look at the facebook site too. I am actually feeling better generally, less tired and eating well...
Hi if you go for the Linx and it is not ok it is at least reversible...the nissan is not reversable so if it makes you worse you are stuck with it. Also you can have the nissan after having had the...
My thoughts exactly on the palps, vagus nerve irritation and the meds causing it. How to tackle the problem is the million dollar question. I am taking acidophalous and Vit B12 and magnesium daily...
Thanks for your post JPT. I have read quite a few of your other posts too and found them very helpful. I thought I was posting in the Lynx Group!!!....can you tell me how to do that.....most of the...
Well strange days really as my pre op symptoms of repeating food taste after meals and food coming back up when bending/lying down has all gone and it is week 8 and dysphasia gone too .....however I...
Thanks for that Pat. I am sure that is what is going on with me. So I am back on PPI 30 mg daily. Did not seem to help at first but I am beginning to feel better now. I am also taking DGL liquorice...
Hi Pat and thanks for your advice and support. You are right about the diet and the stepping down of the PPIs mega slowly. I contacted my surgeon who basically said go back on the PPis and then try...
I am going to have to come up with an action plan to kick this rebound if that is what it is.Not keen on doing it cold turkey. You would think the docs and surgeons would have some solid advice about...
Well still struggling with the painful stomache symptoms...no real reflux above the LES other than a very very mild sore throat feeling when I wake up. I had three really terrible days and nights and...
Yes I agree with what you say....probably rebound of some sort....but it is in my stomach, no reflux, no chest discomfort or sore throat just an upset tum and a foul tasting mouth. Worse thing is I...
Not had a good night. Up 3 - 4 times due to stomache throbbing and discomfort. NO reflux at all though. Felt a bit down as really thought this was all cured. Is this rebound? Anyone else had this...
Thanks so much for your responses. I have had to go back on lansoprazole. Think I will then reduce more slowly like JPT. See my surgeon Wed . Don,t think he believes in rebound. Strange thing is I...
Unfortunately I have had something of a setback over the last few days I think the dreaded rebound has arrived as I stopped PPis fairly quickly after the op and have been off them about 3 weeks. I am...
Four weeks and my dysphasia seems to have really improved. I have had chicken with salad and a bit of coleslaw for lunch and bacon butties for tea and it is like the Linx is not there. i can drink...
Hmmmm coming up to end of week four and I think I am getting a bit of rebound from stopping the PPI meds quickly. I feel different in that the dysphasia seems easier.....had gluten free toast, butter...
Hi Hopegood, yes my reflux symptoms basically disappeared overnight immediately after the op. I was Atypical Gerd/LPR if that means never really had heartburn, had persistent sore throat, croaky...
Once again been away for a few days visiting friends. For whatever reason I had a major attack of dysphasia which was really very unpleasant. I think praps it was caused by carrotts that were a bit...
Hi been away for a few days which has been nice. Dysphasia not been too bad but definitely there when I eat. I am still creaking....I wonder if it is air escaping or something...it is strange but not...
Day 13 no problems so far today. Breakfast was good , cornflakes and toast, ate slowly and could hear my oesophagus groaning....sounds like a cat wowing ha ha..kind of creaking....my hubby heard it...
Hi GroverCat, I have seen you on other threads. How are you doing now? Did you go for the Linx surgery yet or are you still observing? I think I am doing exceptionally well. I have read other folks...
Great day today with no nausea, no dysphasia and virtually no shoulder pain. Don't get me wrong, I am being ultra careful on the chew and pause and swallow gently front with sips of water in between,...
Does anyone know..........if chicken/beef and bread are avoided for the first 12 weeks after the Linx (ie till it beds in) does that cause problems with it bedding in as the flesh grows round it or...
Been good today as far as dysphasia is concerned. Had a turkey salad with only very mild feelings round the LES area and had toast and biscuits and a dreaded tomato with no ill effects at all. Being...