Hi. I don't check here much anymore, but I must share that I had an extremely bad outcome with my surgery. Many people do not, of course. But I feel obliged to share this. Second opinions are...
Oh my goodness. With just a few differences, I am in a very similar situation and have had almost identical recommendations from 4 surgeons. It has been incredibly difficult for me to make a...
Hi again - added personal e-mail to my profile. Send me a quick note if you wish. We have slightly different situations but I have some thoughts on your home needs post surgery and a couple other...
Hi -I've been meaning to write you but been busy - including annoying medical appointments! There are some others here with paraesophageal hernias who kindly weighed in when I first joined, but we're...
Hi. Well, your situation is very different than my own in many respects, yet reading about experience is very helpful. It's so kind of you to do this. Continued healing.... J....
Wow - are you really burping and did your doc say you could expect to burp? I've heard that early on this may not be genuine burps. Tell us more! J....
Hi Tony, So good to hear about your positive outcome. And thanks for weighing in. You did not have a paraesophageal hernia, right? Think that's what I read in earlier posts. If memory serves, you did...
I am so very sorry to hear this. I am one who has followed you and appreciated your insights. I wish you all the best going forward. J....
Hi Michelle, Appreciate your perspective. I verified my rights and options under FML and am going with the six weeks. If I need to extend it, I can do that. Sounds you also have charming, supportive...
Well, I can take several weeks of family medical leave but since I took some last year to take of a relative in hospice, I'm debating what to do because of the politics of my office. I'm 60 but in...
So Bill - do you do any weight lifting? There seems to be mixed opinion on this! Thanks....
Thanks, as always. J....
Hi Alcie, Did you surgeon say that he felt your Toupet would be long lasting? Suddenly this issue has arisen (from one of my earlier consults) just when I'm about to move forward on this surgery....
Hi everybody. What is a realistic amount of time to take off for recovery post paraesophageal Toupet surgery? I have a part-time but extremely stressful white collar, professional job in a toxic...
Hi all, It has occurred to me that perhaps this forum (or a new forum) could be set up for non-GERD, no heartburn types. I realize, of course, this is volunteer supported so that many not be...
Hi - I'm getting a message that your e-mail is incorrect....maybe it's my system with which I've been having some trouble of late....
Wow, Congratulations on your successful surgery and recovery. It is so generous of you (and others) who describe their experiences in such detail. I might send you an e-mail as I have some questions,...
Thanks so much Alcie. I truly appreciate your reassurance and have read many of your posts. I was warned about the gas-bloat by two of the surgeons; another noted the minimal chance of being able to...
So sorry I don't have an answer for you. But I wanted to bump up so someone else can weigh in. Hope you're feeling better....
Hi all, I haven't written for a while but I am really struggling with my decision re: surgery. Paralysis of analysis. I have a large paraesophageal hernia but only developed symptoms about a year...
Does anyone know how to reach her? I can't find any surgeons in Seattle who will consider gastropexy (instead of a wrap) for a paresophageal hernia for a person with a minimal symptoms history. There...
Hi there. I can't respond to your question specifically but I am in a similar situation in terms of the paraesophageal hernia and Toupet approach recommendation. My symptoms have been all over the...
How did the appointment go on the 26th? And how are you both doing? Healing thoughts for the 2014....
Hi - I'm so sorry to hear about your situation. I am not familiar with your particular issue. (I'm also new here; had just a few responses, but helpful). I just wanted to suggest - if you can - that...
Hmm. Everyone is different, but this seems like a lot. I presume this is for an upper endoscopy. I've had many colonoscopies (Versed/Fentanyl combo - and one time with Benadryl as well because I need...
Hi all, Has anyone here used surgeons in Seattle and have strong feelings one way or the other? I'm in the process of meeting with surgeons and am interested in other perspectives on clinical...
Thank you Bill, I appreciate your comment regarding the choice of surgeon. My instincts tell me that this unpleasant and dismissive attitude would persist and aftercare might be an issue, even though...
Hi Alcie, I so appreciate your comments. I've read several of your posts. I hope your are feeling well. For some reason, the first surgeon does not seem to think I'm at high risk for the...
I do realize I need the lovely manometry and that this helps with the surgical strategy. I was just concerned that I can't even see one of the doctor's before I've had the text. And one surgeon does...
Hi StephanieJean, Thanks so very much for your reply. I feel so alone. I have been reading all the stories here closely. I did notice how young you are and glad to hear you are doing well. Yes, when...
Hello all, I've been reading here for a while and have summoned up the courage to post. I'm 60 and despite having a couple well-managed autoimmune conditions and a small chapter in the book of...