Thanks Debbie for responding :) I took the day off of work today. The pregnancy is definitely taking a toll on my body. What did you take for the pain during pregnancy? I knew it was going to be...
I've had fibro for 10 years and have managed it for years now with Lyrica and occasionally Tramadol. I've been putting off pregnancy for a long time because of fibro. About 3 days ago, I started to...
Sidiosquiere - Sorry I haven't posted on here since. Yea, this is going to be a touch road lol! I would love a supportive person who knows what i'm going through. I'm in week 7 and am feeling some...
I wonder if the Linx is too loose and that it can be readjusted for us?...
Hi Number 5, I too am experiencing the same issues. I had the linx 4 months ago, but for me the relief never really came. I still have a lot of burning in my throat, and I burp all the time and feel...
Hi there! I have had GERD for many years and decided to recently get the Linx surgery. Well I'm 4 months post op and unfortunately haven't gotten much better. My throat burns all the time and I...
Hi Stephanie, This is interesting, I posted a post a while back about this on here, but didn't get the answers I wanted. I also have GERD and thought maybe that had something to do with it. I got...
Hi Sinfrontera, It's great to see that you are steadily improving! It gives me hope :) I'm at almost 3 weeks now and still feel what I think is reflux, so I'm hoping it gets better! You felt burning...
Hi Molly, You sound similar to me. I just had the Linx surgery 11 days ago and haven't really noticed too much yet because it's hard to disentangle the feelings of irritation and reflux. I was on...
Wow, you have vulvodynia too? Interesting. I don't know anyone that has it. I've had it since i was 17 and I'm 31 now, so I don't remember what it was like to not be hurting there :( So maybe there...
Beach-Girl, Thanks for your reply! I was at USC in California and was implanted by a surgeon that works closely with Dr. Lipham. He had done 5 before me but had worked with Dr. Lipham on most of the...
Beach-Girl, I'm very sad right now. I have been having a burning sensation in my throat since day 3 post-op Linx and am very worried that I'm going throat a similar time that you went through. I know...
I know I'm only 6 days out, but in case it's not going to work for me, which I'm worried it won't, I'm wondering if anyone has had it adjusted. I can burp freely and I have a constant burning...
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...
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...
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Hi NDL! I finally got the Linx surgery this past Friday so I'm going on Day 5. This recovery for me though is a bit of a challenge so far. It doesn't seem that you went through it as bad. I began...
Thanks Justpassingthrough! I know that each person is different in their recovery. I'm getting sharp pains when swallowing right now so it's pretty frustrating. I'm hoping that it will get better...
I'm 4 days post-linx procedure and I'm concerned about a few things. Have some of you who've had the Linx experienced any of these things: 1. Pain upon breathing in the chest. It hurts to breathe in....
GH, I'm still on my PPI's, I don't plan on getting off of them for a while. My esophagus is normal strength so it should be able to open and close the linx ok. That is great to hear that after you...
Also, did anyone have chest pain when breathing in? My muscles seems to be sore all over my chest and abdomen. And what about when drinking water, can you still feel it in your throat above the linx...
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...
Hi Everyone, I can be added to the Linx club! I just had it implanted yesterday. The worst part about it was actually the nausea from the anesthesia. I'm in pain today, it mainly feels like I did a...
Aww, I know what you mean. When I first started to get Fibro like 10 years ago, I had more fatigue than pain and had sore throats a lot. I think I initially had Chronic Fatigue and then it turned...
AcheyBody, I feel the same way about always being aware of my body symptoms! I am very hyperaware and sometimes wish I wasn't so much because I also worry a lot that something else is going on with...
Ok, so I'm used to these sensations overall, but just recently I'm been experiencing it something after walking for a while. As soon as I stop walking, I notice this weird buzzing/vibrating/tingling...
Hello, I've had fibro for about 10 years and have always had tingling/numbness/buzzing/vibrating sensations. Lately, I seem to notice it a lot more. As I'm typing right now my fingers are tingly. I'm...
Does anyone notice a sensitivity to pain in their teeth, possibly from the Fibro? I just came from the dentist yesterday to have them check out a crown and it's sensitive after a couple weeks. I have...
It irritates me so bad too when my husband decides to say that he hurts too, as if it's comparable to the pain I go through! Grrr, so aggravating! I've been trying not to complain so much, but it's...
Thanks Chartreux and Sjkly for your responses! I have had my primary physician send my info to a good rheumy, so hopefully I will get some answers. I'm seeing the Orthopedic Surgeon next week and...
Ok, I read back on your posts now and see that UHC hasn't paid that $2500 yet. They are appealing it again then right? I hope that they pay it for you. But I do understand that you wouldn't be too...
Hi NDL! I'm so glad to see you still on here and doing great since the surgery! I can't believe it's already almost been 3 months for you. It seems like swallowing is getting easier with time, so...
Hi TayIsa, I too get what you mean! I have fibromyalgia, and now i think I may be getting RA! So I feel like throwing in the towel some days :( My husband has no idea what's it's like for me living...
Ok thanks for your replies! I went to a Rheumy that wasn't that good at all. It was when I was only having the knee pain and he did all of the blood tests and xrays and said that I should be glad I...
Hi all, I usually post in on the fibro board. I've had that for 10 years. A couple months ago I started to have a sore achy knee. It's not both knees, only just the left knee. There is no swelling or...
Thanks for your reply Sherrine! Well the pain and achiness is only in the left knee. I'm hoping it's something like a meniscus tear or tendinitis, but I guess we'll see. The cramping feels like...
Hi everyone, I've had fibro for 10 years and know what it feels like. Well a couple months ago my left knee started hurting and there is now almost a constant pain/ache that gets better or worse. I...
fibro-mom - I too have been having this issue, mainly after sleeping for a while and I'll be awoken by a cramped knee. I don't know what's going on and I'm getting worried about it. I've had fibro...
So happy to hear that you're still doing well! Thanks so much for continuing to update your story. Hopefully UHC will pay that portion, but it does seem like a small price to pay for how much better...
Thanks for your responses! I know it's definitely not fibro pain, it's an inflammatory ache! Nope, not overweight. Just have pain in the knee that is worse at times, but the pain has constantly been...
I'm so confused and frustrated by my knee pain! I've had knee pain for over a month almost constant, with it waxing and waning. I went to a rheumy and said I wanted to be checked for arthritis. I'm...
gerd_hater, I've been asking if I can be tested for that because of how long I can taste food in my burps after I eat certain foods. Usually it happens with fatty and larger meals, but sometimes I...
I just wanted to chime in. I've also been recommended for surgery, thankfully. I'm looking into the Linx. Just recently I went through another horrible period of reflux. For the last 5 years, PPIs...
NDL - I hope that that bill can be faught! I'm scared now to invest in getting the Linx. I guess we'll see. I scheduled a consultation with a surgeon at USC, but unfortunately it's not the one I want...
I'm so glad that you're happy with the results of the Linx so far! When did you have it done? So you've been improving a little bit everyday then? It's proving to be quite a success for many people,...
I know what you mean about waiting to start a family. I've too waited for quite some time. The next thing is getting a house and then after that we're going to start trying. I've put it off mainly...
NDL - I would hope they will! I don't know how they can say you're approved and then take it back. I doesn't make any sense. I'm thinking about you! Lol to the spicy wings and fried pickles! In fact,...
I really hope that NDL is covered by UHC. Hearing these stories about others being approved and then UHC taking it back is just crazy. I don't even understand how they can do that. I must say that I...
Nice!! I haven't had lemonade or orange juice for that matter in so many years! I miss not being able to have these. So happy for you! :)...
NDL - Yes, I totally know what you mean lol! When the pain I experience from GERD and Fibromyalgia eases up, I do feel a high! I can't to not have to experience GERD anymore! I definitely won't let...