I had a Toupett Fundoplication in CA at USC in 2011. I have recently discovered that it is no longer intact. i am now in AL and looking for a competent surgeon. Is there anyone on this forum who has...
I had Toupett Fundoplication in July, 2011. I had suffered with a chronic cough and hoarseness for upwards of 20 years. I had been on high dosages of PPI's for many years and was having trouble with...
Thanks Bill. Barretts was my concern. I was told that I had the beginning of Barretts as well and that was my concern. It just seemed strange to just totally ignore after the surgery....
I am wondering what type of guidance surgeons have given concerning long term follow up after fundoplication. I had a Toupette Fundoplication done in July, 2011. Prior to the surgery I was having to...
Absolutely make sure that you do not have a swallowing problem before having fundoplication. I had surgery in 2011 and they did a partial wrap of 270 degrees due to a swallowing problem picked up on...
Hi Ahn, I was on medication for years before my reflux got the best of me and sent me looking for surgery. I was able to live very well on the meds for quite some time. Some people are successful...
I'm glad that you have found a solution to help you in the short term Rita:)...
Thanks Rita. I was afraid that was the case. I also have a gluten intolerance and since I have few food choices have been eating things with gluten. I think this is really causing me as much problem...
I am just noticing this thread. I too have apnea and use a cpap. I found out last summer that I was stopping breathing over 50 times an hour. No one thought to check me as I do not fit the profile...
I too have suffered with this for years. I recently had surgery, but was on double dosage of PPI's and H2 Blockers for many years. They improved my symptoms a lot, especially in the earlier years. I...
Thanks Denise. You are right that we heal quickly on the outside and much slower on the inside. I have also felt so well that it was a surprise to have this happen. It very well could be just a bug....
Glad to see you have been able to read and post already after such trauma to your body. Stay smart and follow all of your own good advice. Hope you are feeling much better soon....
I am currently at 5 weeks post op from my fundoplication. Things have been going really well in general. I have had a very good recovery, but in the last few days have had pain in my abdomen and felt...
Hi Liz, I also had anemia caused by many years of PPI usage. I had to have a few iron transfusions and I also developed vitamin deficiencies. I too had throat and voice issues as well as breathing...
Vista, THink of it this way, you have been suffering for years. It is worth the sacrifice for a couple of months to give you a new lease on life. I am already feeling better than I did before the...
Any chance you use inhalers? I have had oral and esophageal candida from inhalers and it could show as white bumps....
To Mor58... I too had severe pain in my neck, shoulders and back after the surgery. It was much worse than the pain from the surgery. I was also very surprised at this. I have had neck and back...
Hi Gladiola. Sorry you are having such difficulties. I have read a lot on this forum and notice that everyone's healing is a little different. I also realize that everyone's doctors have given them a...
Well I am now past the magical 2 week barrier where I can start soft foods. I am doing pretty well with the eating part at this time. It is still kind of a chore to eat though. I find that the thing...
Thanks Bill....
I am 10 days post fundoplication. I have read many posts on peoples recovery but have not seen anyone specifically address swelling. I am still have a good bit of swelling in my belly particularly...
Had my surgery Thursday morning. The first thing I remember from the recovery room was complaining about neck pain and asking for ice. It hasn't helped my recovery that I have had neck problems for...
I thought I would post an update. After having the Impedance test, my surgeon has agreed to go forward with fundoplication. Not scheduled yet, but I am so excited. I know this is the right thing for...
Hi Linda. Of course the doctor can not guarantee that I will not have to take some meds, but I have been taking 40 mg of Nexium twice a day for 5-6 years. I need to at least minimize my exposure....
Hi Denise, I guess I didn't give a complete picture. My main issues have been with a chronic cough and hoarseness with the addition of difficulty in swallowing some foods. My barium swallow had two...
Thanks Guys. I know he is just looking out for my best interest. I have had the barium swallow and was unsuccessful with the manometry as I could not keep from swallowing for 60 seconds. They could...
I am so frustrated. After months of waiting and going through testing, the surgeon says "yes you have reflux and and are a candidate for fundiplication, but I will not perform the surgery". I have...
I have been on 40 mg Nexium twice a day for 6-8 years. I have had progressive issues with absorption of vitamins and minerals. I have also had chronic constipation which I understand is the opposite...
Joy, Thanks so much for chiming in. I have had this cough for so long... It is so hopeful to hear of someone that had similar issues that had the surgery with such success. You have made my evening:)...
Thanks Denise. I forgot to mention that my voice is hoarse a lot and I loose it at times. Although I have had asthma for years and it is obviously affected by the reflux, my cough is more in my...
Hi, I am new to the forum. I have recently been referred to a surgeon for a potential Nissen Fundoplication. I wanted to give a quick history and see if there is anyone on the forum that has a...