Hi all I had my surgery in May 2019 age 70, after 19 years of dealing with GERD LPR. I had stopped the double dose of PPIs that never worked, after a cancerous polyp was found. My main symptoms were...
Hi all I’m updating my progress on TIF and hiatal hernia repair done on 5/22/19, so 4 months ago. I am glad I had the surgery, even tho still have some mucus and throat clearing. I haven’t had any...
Hi. I’m almost at 2 months. Working out at gym, have to be careful with ab work, but everything else is fine. The weight is creeping back up as appetite is fully back. Eating mindfully, and I haven’t...
I am 4 weeks post TIF and hiatal hernia repair. I lost about 10-12 pounds, but am starting to be able eat more, so I hope this lasts. I only had three episodes of very painful esophageal spasms, and...
Checking in after TIF on 5/22. Continue to heal. Went back to work this week, was really tired. Luckily I only work part time, I can’t imagine going back full time. I still cannot eat normally,...
I had my TIF last week. I was given 8 page detailed handout abt diet- basically eat smoothies for about a month, give your digestion a chance to heal. Tomato sauce is hard for many people dk abt the...
Hi I’m writing this for people with LPR who are considering TIF. I did not want the full wrap, as I wasn’t sure the surgery would even work for me. It’s been 10 days, and I feel pretty good, with a...
I have dealt with LPR and hyper sensitive esophagus over last 20 years. My grandfather died from esophageal cancer, and my dad died age 74 from GERD/asthma complications. I turned 70 in April. The...
I've had globus and worsening throat clearing for many years. I was actually scheduled for the Nissen, but cancelled it from fears. My dr. agreed to try Gabapentin and Elavil to see if it helped...