Hi all, Been a while, and things have been going up and down. I'll start with the bad things, and end with the good things. I'm still awaiting scans and further testing, but my doctors are convinced...
I know it's a bit early, but my experience so far has been challenging, but overall, very rewarding. I'm glad I got it done. I was originally diagnosed with Barrett's and GERD when I was a teenager....
I'm 3 months (approximately) post Toupet fundoplication, and I still have trouble swallowing pills. Very small ones are fine, but something like a 500 mg paracetamol is very challenging to get down....
For what it is worth, I was taking Reglan three times per day. I don't remember the dose, but it could have been that I was on what's considered a relatively high dose. So, that may have contributed...
Yeah, I switched to domperidone as well. Fantastic for relief, and no side effects for me at all like Reglan. I think it's not available everywhere though....
I don't want to cause undue distress or anxiety, but for the sharing of personal experiences... I did not have the best experience with Reglan. I was prescribed it for gastroparesis, and while it was...
I believe the skepticism of Peptest is that it detects reflux when it reaches the upper digestive tract and/or lungs, but not necessarily detects reflux when it is limited to the lower digestive...
Yes, a definitive "gold standard" diagnosis of Barrett's is done via biopsy and subsequent histology results. Visually, you can see segments that are most likely Barrett's, but a true diagnosis is if...
If you're anxious about the procedure, let the doctor know. In my experience, doctors are quite accomodating. If you explain your situation, they will try to make you at ease during the procedure....
I got a horrible cold a few weeks after my wrap. I was sneezing up a storm (and coughing) for a week and a half, and I had the exact same worries as you! I just had my 6 week follow up today with the...
Is it the cancer risk that has you concerned, or are the symptoms of reflux not well controlled despite the PPIs and lifestyle modifications? If it's the cancer risk - well, it is true that the...
Almost a decade. Was just wrapped earlier this year....
Have you also implemented lifestyle and diet changes? Those with PPIs can be much more effective than just relying on PPIs alone. If you have exhausted all the options though, it is looking like...
The transition from total puree to soft food is a nightmare. I'm feeling very depressed about it all. Whenever I try something with any texture - vomit! Liquids are fine, and anything so blended that...
Interesting; thanks for sharing! I've been on domperidone for about 3-4 years and haven't experienced any adverse effects. Metoclopramide, on the other hand, did not get along at all with me (not to...
I'm trying to abide by the recommendation to not lift anything heavy for at least 8 weeks; however, I realized I don't know what exactly constitutes as "heavy". Has anyone gotten any specific advice...
I'm about 4 weeks out from a Toupet fundoplication, and I'm also experiencing random dumping syndrome (but haven't been able to pin it down on specific foods though). Some days I'm absolutely fine,...
I'm having a hard time right now. I've caught a cold, and despite trying to remain topped up on as much liquid cold medicine as permitted, I'm still sneezing and coughing a LOT. My abdominal area is...
My doctors have always advised me that PPIs take about a week to really kick in. Unless I was having particularly severe symptoms, they were hesitant to change the PPI type or dosage until I gave...
It's now 3 weeks post surgery, and I thought time for an update. I recall reading somewhere (I believe it was this forum) that recovery is more of a marathon than a sprint, and this is proving to be...
I've always been sedated either by IV, or by an injection in my hand. After the sedative is administered, they have sprayed the back of my throat to make it numb. With the exception of one time, I...
When I had my consult, the surgeon and I had a discussion about: 1. What the surgery would do and how long it would take 2. How he would perform the procedure (lap in the first instance, open if...
Hey, that's great to hear! Nice to have good news! Sorry to hear about the gagging though; I've had some scopes when I also wasn't sedated enough, and it was a really uncomfortable experience....
It might be worth it to get some motility studies if you're bringing back up undigested food. It could be gastroparesis or something similar....
Today, I tried some mushy pureed food for breakfast. I made sure it was pretty soft and squishy to begin with, took small bites, chewed everything as thoroughly as I could... I swallowed, had a...
Hi, I know it is frightening, but the chances of cancer are really slim, even if you have Barrett's. I have had Barrett's almost 30% of my life, and it has not progressed to cancer. (I'm 29 now, so...
I was advised that 8 weeks after surgery was the minimum waiting time for getting back to regular exercise, and from there, to take it at your own pace. Lifting was definitely discouraged....
Thanks for the reassurance. Today was a better today. :) Still having exceptionally loose bowel movements, and usually a lot of them at the same time, but no more pain with them - which I can imagine...
I am a week and a day post Toupet fundoplication. I was advised to stop all medication immediately after surgery (domperidone and Nexium). I definitely have swallowing issues with anything beyond...
I would frequently have to take both tablets at once; I've never experienced any side effects. (or if I did, they were so insignificant I didn't notice them)...
Yay, congrats!...
Thank you for the well wishes. :) I have (had?) a motility problem as well with gastric emptying, but I was told it wasn't severe. The consultant and myself didn't previously discuss a resection. I...
I was on it until recently, and my dose was: 10-20 mg up to 3 times a day before meals. (each tablet was 10 mg, and I could take 1 or 2 depending on how I was feeling) So at maximum, I could have up...
The only thing that would touch nighttime reflux for me was Dexilant. I tried every other PPI under the sun, but with unsatisfactory results - even with the lifestyle modifications mentioned above....
Hi all, After 3 cancellations, I finally had my fundoplication (toupet)! It was last Thursday, so today is my 6th day post surgery. It's also my first day not taking any pain medication, so hooray...
I think my fundoplication is imminent; I got a letter today for a pre-surgery assessment at the end of the month to check my fitness for the procedure. For those who have had a fundoplication on the...
I've asked this to a few different GI specialists, and have gotten conflicting opinions over the years. I've had one tell me it's irreversible and it will always be there. I've had one tell me that...
Thanks for the suggestions everyone; I've gotten a second opinion and have met with a surgeon. It's been a while, but I have an update. (the wheels can turn slow with the NHS) End result - I'm...
Hi everyone, I'm new (okay, maybe a tiny bit of a lurker), and would greatly appreciate any advice from fellow reflux sufferers. Sorry in advance for the wall o'text. :) In my early 20s, I was struck...