Yup, I did the manometry test during the initial diagnosis. All good, looked perfect. So, a full year to get the the new you, does that mean it took that long to get back to eating like you did...
Hi Nerida, I'm at 46 days post op now. Diet is still rough, but manageable. Since the surgery I've had a dilation at day 18 post op, a 10 day course of steroids (dexamethasone) from day 25 - 35 post...
Yes, I had the manometry done, but everything looked perfect....
I am currently day 35 post op from a 270 Toupet Fundoplication. I had quite a bit of trouble swallowing anything for several weeks as well, could barely get down liquids - lost about 20 lbs, started...
Update: I had my two week follow up with my surgeon on Friday. She was immediately concerned with how much weight I'd lost up to that point - 17 lbs in 15 days. I explained the difficulties I was...
Haven’t spoken to her yet, first follow up is tomorrow. Trying to be patient, hoping to see improvement soon. Honestly, swallowing has gotten a little worse. Last week I was able to eat mashed...
Hello! I am two weeks into recovery from a Toupet Fundoplication. I just wanted to share my experience so far and see what other's experienced as well. I am 37 years old, and after battling with...