I underwent a Nissen fundoplication when I was just 2 years old. For the most part, life proceeded normally until I was 32, with the exception of battling chronic asthma. About 7 years ago, I reached...
For those unfamiliar, RefluxStop is a promising new procedure out of Europe that attempts to create a plication around a silicone ball placed against the stomach instead of around the esophagus. It's...
I had a laparoscopic Fundoplication re-do in June of an open surgery I had at 2 years old (33 now). At some point it came undone and I started getting extreme acid reflux symptoms as well as massive...
I appreciate the advice, and I think a second opinion is a good idea. I scheduled one with another surgeon (both are at Northwestern, which seems to be in the top tier as far as GI goes) today, and...
Appreciate the reply. I've been trying almost everything (ashwagandha, nightly melatonin (a few studies from overseas showed huge LES improvement with melatonin use), diet, etc). I've stopped...
Hi there. I'm hoping for some advice if anyone has been in the same boat as me or might have some insight. I'm a 33 year old male who had an open Nissen Fundoplication at 2 years of age. I remember...