Nissen Fundoplication w/ Hiatial Hernia repair history + post op + day 1
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- Hello! This is my history of living with GERD and seeking out a surgeon to perform my Nissen Fundoplication w/ Hiatal Hernia repair.I know this is a long video and a little all over the place but I go through preop and how Day 1 was. Let me know if you have any questions!
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I had a Nissen fundoplication 35 years ago. Back in the days when they cut you open with a 9 inch cut down the middle....in those days it was an 8 day stay in hospital...35 years later it is still working perfectly. Best decision I ever made...thank you for sharing your story.x
Thank you for sharing your story. I am here 5 days out from my hiatal hernia repair and Tiff procedure. I have been on acid reflux medications for over 20 years and recently went to the ear, nose and throat doctor because I had a scratch of sorts. I guess like an ulcer in my throat and he said that it appeared to be from acid burns. He sent me to the gastro doctor and he did a upper endoscopy procedure and said that he could see where I was having some erosion from the stomach acid. I also found out that the anti -acid types of medication like pantoprazole nexium omeprazole are not intended to be long-term drugs so the goal was to have me off of those. He recommended the tip procedure because it actually reformed the passageway that keeps the acid in the stomach and not flowing back into the esophagus or throat area. After the procedure, I can say that the most painful part is the laparoscopic incisions from the hiatal hernia repair. They are very tender and I too needed to make sure that I had something across my stomach at times to move. So I started to use one of my weight loss body wraps because that's all that I had at home. I wasn't recommended ahead of time to get any kind of wrap to support my stomach. Like you said, it is very painful to laugh after this procedure not because of the esophagus but because of the surgical cuts for the laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair. The gas from the laparoscopic procedure is awful . My throat has been tender because the machine used to go down the throat obviously irritated it. I am still having a dull ache on the left side of my throat and like you said I had a very bad pain on the left side of the back of my neck. I will make sure to ask the doctor why that is. After the procedure, I had esophageal spasms frequently for the first 3 days fortunate for me they only lasted one to three seconds, but those one to three seconds were very intense and would stop you in your track our conversation. I wish I had known about the liquid hydrocodone. I would have requested that instead of the pills, however, I only took them for the first two to three days because they constipate me so bad and my digestive system has never been the best. I received diazepam what they consider a Valium to help with the esophageal spasms. It also helped me to sleep and relax so that was very helpful. I am on a 6 week liquid diet where I will only be able to have soft mush foods like potatoes by weeks five and six. The reason I like the tiff procedure was because it is incisionless. There is no cutting of the esophagus. It's basically stretching in folding with a clamp to keep that fold in place. I have not had a hard time swallowing things but do need to Make sure that the things I am eating are very thinned out. I am praying that this procedure will fix my gastro issues!.
How are you now?
Hey Robin..thanks a lot for sharing your experiences. Can you plz share how are you feeling now and did your surgery help you. Are you happy with the result of the surgery.
yes please share how you are now ??, what things are there you can do after recovery like 2 years I am expecting and what are those things that you can never do in life
@@robinmcdonald6551
Excellent information you provided to us. First off I hope you are well and fully recovered.
I was just wondering if it was worth doing the surgery.
I pray you are well Robin.
I have a hiatal hernia with no symptoms, apparently most people do not, that’s unfortunate that you ended up with GERD but glad it went well in the end
damn I am so proud of you for doing your research and advocating for yourself! it's so admirable when patients take their health into their own health an are like "look, this is what I want. I did my research, I did all the conservative measures, this isn't working for me anymore". I'm so glad you found a great surgeon!
I've gone to so many worthless gasterenologists and have done all of the tests known to man and I've got a large hiatal hernia and because my autism diagnosis is on my medical records no Dr takes me seriously. Plus I was told it was acid reflux and it wasn't. I'm very angry with how I'm being treated. Self-advocatcy doesn't always work.
i have it to
50 years old i have it its bad
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I am going for the same op tomorrow. Much appreciated
I had my Nissen Fundoplication 5 years ago.
Best thing I ever done!! I wasted 15 years of my life with reflux.
I only wish I had done it much sooner!
How are you now? Do you have gas problems?
Did u battle with constipation issues?
Did you suffer with bad breath???
My mom had this surgery plus they had to remove a portion of her stomach because she had really bad adhesions that they had to scrape for 6 hours. She had a couple of issues afterwards with her esophagus being too narrow so they had to go back down and stretch it. She’s been doing fairly well; this was probably 20 years ago. I think I’m having the opposite problem of my esophagus not opening so the food can enter my stomach. I had a Barium swallow that showed mild Presbyesophagus which is abnormal peristalsis due to the nerves not functioning properly. My didn’t detect any significant reflux changes which is good but my stomach feels nasty all the time and my stomach sticks out right below my sternum. I have this annoying gurgling that comes out of my mouth every time I even swallow my saliva and you can actually hear it if you’re close enough to me. I found a gastroenterologist closer to my home that I’m going to go see and maybe they can figure it out. I have to stop eating or eat very lightly for several days when this gets really bad as that’s been the only thing that seems to help. When your digestion is messed up, it’s really depressing. I’m worried that whatever it is has gone on too long and there could be permanent damage that can’t be reversed. I also have Fibromyalgia and so everything gets thrown under that label. I had a ruptured Appendix 5 years ago and a Cholecystectomy with post operative hemorrhage so I could also have adhesions that could be causing a stricture. I don’t know what to think anymore. I took Prilosec for a while but it didn’t do anything which leads me to believe that my issue is more anatomical versus actual GERD. My sister told me her friend was diagnosed with stomach cancer er after being on those pills for 20 years so please be care if you game that medication. I thought it was supposed to be a short term thing to take but what do I know.
@@zaqwanbadli9697no I genuinely think the surgery saved my life.
I was taking pills for 20 years, I even had calcification scars on my lungs due the acid reflux at night.
Since I had the surgery, no acid reflux, no medication at all, no burping every 20 seconds, clear nose without congestion’s, even the supposed IBS and inflamación of the instentines GONE.
Yes the surgery is tough, but if is done by a good doctor is seriously life changing. Good luck
Very different in Canada, I stayed 3 days in the hospital I met with a nutritionist and they provided me with a diet plan. lots of after care.
What was your diet plan?
My 2 Yr old daughter had this last week and before it I was so scared..glad the surgery went well and the post op was smooth..day 9 today..itching on the scar is what I have noticed
I am with you girl! After 8 year of all you went through. I too! I had a hernia coming out of the top of stomach. I am 3 months out now. Still on soft foods. More test .now having another scope.
Thank god for this vid. I’m going in for both of these both next week
How is it , worthy!
3 years ago 2021 I had a TIF and also a wrap. 3 years later I still had the worst burning in my throat. I did some more tests and turns out the acid level is double what it is supposed to be. The 2 recoveries are completely different. I could actually eat and drink after the TIF however as I started to eat food I would choke and then throw up. Today is day 2 after surgery. My throat burns even worse now. Every time I eat/ drink I feel as though I am going to throw up. My doc says recovery could take 6 to 8 weeks. How long was yours? I wonder how long it will be before my throat stops burning.
Has the surgery helped your anxiety? I have been recently diagnosed with a hiatal hernia and the way I found out was because the reflux was causing irregular heartbeat. Went to see a cardiologist first for it and then a gastroenterologist who found the hernia through endoscopy. I’ve been having panic attacks for a month now. It’s debilitating
I’ve had a hiatal hernia for years. I’m a 30m and I’ve had ectopic beats and anxiety.
I think the ectopics related to my GERD.
Sorry to hear you’re having trouble too. I don’t now how to fix this. Hopefully you find relief!
Has any1 had ttoubke with sinus issues i mean sneezing for 300 times a day i hear acid can creep up and irritate
It was extremely smart of you to get the fundoplication at your young age. I just had mine repaired with a sleeve gastrectomy and couldn’t be happier.
I didnt know nissen can be done with sleve gastrectomy ..why did you have to remove part of stomach? What were youre symptoms?
Wow can you elaborate on this surgery
Wow I'd like to hear more about your experience
I’ve been sticking to a strict diet since my last episode with gerd. Gerd can get so bad that it just feels like your choking and having trouble swallowing for hours and sometimes days it seems. If your able to avoid surgery, stick to the medication and a diet! A lot of us say we try to diet but trying isn’t enough, you must stick with it. You have cheat days where you feel like your gerd feels good enough that you can sneak that fatty food, then reality hits that you still have gerd. Just stick to the diet, I eat chicken (never fried), fruits, vegetables, fish, oatmeal’s, that’s it. No coffee, no teas, no sodas, none of that crap, and especially NO fast food 🤷♂️ all the FDA approved garbage in those foods are no good for you. Anyways, some of us can’t avoid surgery so that may be the route to go. For now, if you just have gerd symptoms that are bearable, stick to the diet, meds and you should be alright. That’s what I’m trying.
Is herbal tea okay? Like ginger, camomile tea, etc
All the acid blockers can cause osteoporosis.
My stomach expert doctor told me to run if anyone ever offered to do the NF surgery. Run away from the doctor. I have a partial hiatial hernia and thus gerd.
Partial erosion of the esophagus which could turn into Barretts espohagus cancer. Again I was told to RUN as fast away NOT WALK if any doctor ever offers this procedure.
But what if the acid keeps eating away at your esophogas? It happens pretty quick
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The only alternative is daily medication and tums or antacids. The medication has reduced the burning however I know it's still there. It's a double edge sword and I know it's not good. I have now been to two doctors who have said not to do the NF procedure. Infact one surgeon ask me "Do you expect me to operate"
I don't know what to do next!
Have you had it done or do you have a HH?
Just looking for other opinions.
Hope you are well.
Ive been on omeprazole for 20+ years. Im doing a 24 hour ph test. Ive had gerd for a long time. We’re trying to do this for a case for insurance to cover this procedure.
I am felling amazing. I have 0 reflux and I can eat anything I want. Absolutely nothing upsets my stomach. Best decision I ever made.
So glad you are free GERD did you have side affect from surgery
Because for some people has sudd affect
Thank you sincerely; my stomach feels as it did when I was 14 years old-completely issue-free, even though my GERD was severe before the surgery. I knew right away, just five minutes after the surgery, that it was successful. They told me it was the doctor's orders to eat, and they served me soup with lemon sorbet. I questioned the nurse… are you crazy!….wondering if it was a good idea, fearing the acid reflux will come out trough my nose after that meal….But the nurse reassured me, reminding me of the reason behind the surgery. So, I ate it, and to my amazement, I had 0 indigestion.
Almost cry after my first meal, immediately knew I made the right decision.
@@greatonreviews I’m so glad you are doing great I’m suffering from GERD my life has been so frustrating I don’t enjoy any thing anymore thank you for relplying you gave me hope I’m planing to see doctor and discuss for the surgery I want enjoye my life again like before and eat whatever without any fear 🙏🥰
@@greatonreviews have you thinking about making video about your succseful journey
I suffer from Achalasia an I have severe beltching an I'm seeing Hital Hernia surgeon on Sept 14,2024. My hernia is
A grade 4 ..
My esophagus sphincter didn’t work.So surgery was the only thing to correct my issue. Review your doctor, look up patient reviews, etc. It comes down to educating yourself and finding a doctor you trust. The Nissen is an extremely common general surgery but not every surgeon specializes in it. My surgeon specializes in gastro surgery’s and i felt confident in them. Best decision iv ever made
Thank you. You are a pure gold for sharing this.
Did you lose weight when you have done it my first time
I have been wanting this surgery for 7 years now. They waited until I had grade D esophagitis with a hiatal hernia and Barrett's to finally do it. It's in three weeks and I hope I will finally have relief!
Please tell me how the procedure went. And how are the results now. I would be so grateful to you. I have erosion of the esophagus which will eventually turn into Barretts cancer. I'm terrified of having the Nissan done as the surgeon told me not to ever do it as in the end the long term problems are worst then what I'm already dealing with. Please reply to me.
Thank you so much.
I’m Getting the niessen in a few weeks. I have barrets, h pylori, hiatal hernia and chronic esphogitis. Did you have IBS symptoms before your surgery, if so do you still have IBS symptoms? Also have been losing a ton of unexplained weight. Thanks for the video and you look great btw. Hope your well.
Hey Brian it's been 4 months just wondering how your niessen went and if you're doing better? Did they fix your hiatal hernia as well or do something about the barrets? How long have you been dealing with GERD?
Im having it in w weeks. I have Barrets, hiatal hernia, have also lost a ton of weight, probably due to the regurgitation and being scared to eat because of the chest pains
I’m about to have hiatal hernia surgery with Nissen fundeplication too. Your suggestions have been helpful towards my preparation for my procedure
I lost 40 pounds too and I can’t breathe. Did you have breathing problems?
no breathing issues
I’m wanting surgery I’m in misery with mine
Wow, I feel like i just heard my own story!. I've been living on Dexilant for the last 6yrs also. Since all my deductibles are paid also ,Im getting the same hernia and reflux surgery on Dec 5th. Thank you for the heads up on what to expect afterwards. I'm definitely getting the abd binder. Hope the remainder of your recovery gets better.
What are your symptoms ?
Hey there .do you get shortness of breath to?
@@aldoaldi2613 , severe reflux, scar tissue in my throat that I've been getting stretched every 18mo. Having my hernia repaired and the Nissan Fun next thurs. Had a consult with my surgeon, I was having 2nd thoughts about the NF. Said he would not wrap it too tight , and after 1yr I'd have near normal burps and ability to vomit.. still nervous about having surg I guess.
@@aldoaldi2613, just a little cause I'm really out of shape. Dont think it has anything to do with the hernia.
@@jeffbales2631 good luck .i wish you all the best ..cause its really bad condition i dont wish it on my worst enemy
I am one month in. After all, this surgery just started trying a little heavier food like mashed potatoes. None of this surgery helped. I am right back to heartburn🔥😭
Oh no I’m sorry why ?
Sorry to hear that but thank you for sharing. Considering it due to my acid reflux after gastric sleeve.
I’m been taking Omperazole and many others for nearly 15 years. A CT was done for others reasons and that’s when they found a small hiatal hernia. I had an ALIF done in 2012, and there’s a small umbilical hernia but not bad, u will see if the doctors I’ll fix that. I was leaning towards the Nissen , then I watched a few videos of the TIF , I don’t want to be bloated, etc.., being a nurse we are our own worse critics but I do want to make sure I choose the best one and would love to finally stop taking PPI’s!!!! I’m sure most of us here want the same? Tyvm for your video.
I watched Dr. William Barnes MD and he was very incite-full of the Nissen and TIF, I was leaning towards the Nissen until he told me in his 30 plus years of GERD operations 70% aren’t happy with the outcomes. There’s no belching/expulsions gas. The Tif is making me wonder if you can still get GERD? I will continue researching, but I do know I need to weigh risk over reward. Personally speaking PPI’s, have wreaked my body to the absolute core. I still advocate to whom will listen to steer clear.
15 years is a long time for PPIs. I'm surprised all they found is a small hiatal hernia if you've been dealing with acid reflux for that long. I've been taking PPIs for about 12 years. But about 3 years ago I started halving them and they still worked for me. Did you go through with the Tif?
I had this done 2 yrs ago and have had health problems ever since. I have lost 20 lbs in the last 2 yrs because I can no longer eat like I used to. I did need the surgery, but wish I never had it
Thank you for this video and info.. August 3rd, 2023 , I'll be having the same surgery done. I'll be 63 August 16th. I'm abit nervous. I've had hernia/ mesh repairs down 3 years ago, and yes I remember how painful it was to laugh or cough..
I was on pantoprazole for over 5 years due to a hiatal hernia/gerd. Back in March I realized it was causing my irregular heartbeat/palpitations/chest pains so I stopped it. The gerd has gotten so bad I can barely eat without getting nauseous sometimes even throwing up. Swallowing has become incredibly difficult and I am actually losing my sense of taste due to the acid damaging my mouth so I am finally having this done. I am really just nervous about the post op and recovery. This video was very helping thank you.
How was your operation, and are you having difficult belching and burping?
The hiatal hernia is causing my reflux which triggered my irregular heartbeat. That was before I started taking pantoprazole. I hope you are doing better
How are you doing now Alex? It's been a year.
How are u doing it’s been 2 yrs. Any advice ln how to prepare & what to expect for this type of surgery
I've had a hiatal hernia for forty years. Medications for reflux are no longer effective. I now can only eat liquids as solid foods cause me pain at the location of the hernia. I also have reflux which has caused strictures in my esophagus that need ballooned every other year. It sounds weird, but i hope they recommend this surgery to me.
40 Yrs too much
@@sultan2435Depends if you have symptoms or not
Thank you for sharing your experience. I too am suffering to the point where I lost my voice and I've been a singer for many years. I will have this surgery as soon as I can, and I thank you for your sharing this. Ha, you live near my daughter who's in Pismo Beach.. take care.
Thank you so much. I’m looking to have this done and I hope they don’t give me push back. I have had flare ups and the panic attacks I’ve gotten from the pain and discomfort in my chest has been damn near crippling. I believe this will help me tremendously
Had it done today... still at hospital. Everything went fine so far. Exept for that I cant sleep in this hospital bed.
Sven Stoffels did it hurt?
@@missluvmoney it was managable. They gave me oxycodon when I went home. Do not recommend, ask for morphine instead.
Tordal (spelling?) is the best for pain!!
How are you now?
Hi! How are you feeling? Moving into regular foods now or still having difficulty with bread and meat?
What was you eating schedule like 2weeks after liquid diet. How long be for you ate meat
had mine done yesterday, i feel so terrible
I have been pretty worried about this... I just tried to quit my PPI and failed. My whole life became about managing heartburn with fistfuls of gaviscon. I am considering this.
I am having the surgery in the morning. This is very helpful.
good luck!
@@alissachristine250 surgery went great. Already back to my normal routine.
Joy Brown Barnes how was recovery
Joy Brown Barnes
How do you feel now? What’s different than before? Any side effects that you still feel? Hope all is well!
I'm soon to have one. can we chat about your advice and experience?
I had this surgery in 2005 after going through extensive testing and medicine trying before they would do my surgery because of how invasive it is and the changes it involves.
I suffered for 8 years with acid reflux. Meds would help for awhile then stop working.
Long story short the last thing they did before agreeing the nissan was i had to have tubes inserted down my throat and wear this monitor for 24 hours to see how much acid episodes i had in a 24 hour period. The results were after 24 hours I had acid reflux 23 hours 28 minutes even when i didn't feel it!! I would have the surgery again even though I no longer can throw up and still get choked when eating certain things or certain times.
Having the Nissen down this tues and everything you said describes what I have been going through and I mean everything!. The weight gain the doctors dragging me around, the PPIs and asking about the other procedures...you name it. Thanks for the video. How are you now at this point in time
Doing wonderfully. Best of luck on your recovery! Hope this changes everything for you
How are you now Austin?
Did you suffer with bad breath??
How are you doing now?
My surgery is in a month. According to my cat scan with a paraesophageal hernia and barrots esophagus so I am looking forward to getting it done. The eating sounds challenging post op. How is the diet now?
Hi! How are you now?
Thank you Alissa! I am having this same surgery tomorrow and the information you have provided has helped me immensely!! Thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to give us these updates, and for your bravery in sharing your experience.
Meg - I am 1 week post op of the surgrey. Just curious to know how your eating / swallowing is 1 month out?
@@josephdangelo493 Hi Joseph. My swallowing is good (This coming Monday will be 2 months post op). MUCH better than it was when I was 1 week post op like you are now! I still have moments where my esophagus and stomach let me know I ate too quickly or too much, but that is getting less and less frequent. I still have bouts of diarrhea
and some cramping, but not bad. How are you feeling?
Glad see your doing well. Anymore heart burn? I am doing good just really sore on my right side. Eating to been good sticking with soft foods!
@@josephdangelo493 Absolutely NO heartburn, acid reflux, etc. Nada! Not taking any more Nexium, etc, so that is a big success. Do you have any soreness in your shoulder from the anesthesia? Mine was bad for about one month.
@@megcronin58hey prior to your surgery did you struggle with bad breath?!
I got nissen fundoplication done on 1st of may and was fine until this week now I’m getting gord symptoms back it’s crap.
I have the same surgery coming up on Dec 27, 2023. No fear
Isn't it fun? HA! Swallowing puke, stomach on fire. I have gastritis, an ulcer on my vocal cords, hernia in my esophagus. I've been on all kinds of stuff and told nothing more they can do.
Google the Tif procedure and contact a nurse on their website it is more that can be done you need to seek help elsewhere
Take licorice root and L glutamine for gastritis
Call Dr. Reginald Bell in Denver, CO. Google his practice website. He is a very experienced hiatal hernia repair surgeon.
Well, with my insurance I would need a referral. Plus, I live in KY.
I wonder how are you doing two years later post op with the hiatial hernia Nissan surgery repair.
Can you please reply me after fundoplication surgery is there any improvement and quality life?
Hi I have a hiatal hernia possibly for my h-pylori infection it's to the point where if I eat I get pressure in my chest especially when sitting. Constant burping, nausea, possible barrets, non-obstructive schatzi ring. I've had a Holter monitor done and I get a bunch of PVCs and extra heart beats, I believe are associated with the hernia because they both started at the same time. I also been having a circulation issue, fingers from second knuckle moving up are white when fingers are extended and have been for months however they are slightly less now after getting rid of the bacteria so idk if it's still inflammation. It''s also affecting my vagus nerve my emotions are all over the place anytime I feel any type of emotion I get a fast heart rate and PVCs I hope they fix it. I can't even be aroused because the same issue. Could be hormonal. It's affecting my quality of life immensely.
damn i thought so cause i feel like i got hiatal hernia from h pylori also- and i was taken a little longer to find out!
How long after surgery until you can not only workout but do core workout and abdomen exercises? Just curious about the recovery timing
My Laparoscopic hernia repair with Fundiplication is scheduled for three hours but about half my stomach is in my chest. Considering each of my knee replacements only took about 90 minutes. Three hours is a long operation, especially for what is considered elective surgery in my country. The surgeon will be using dissolvable mesh so I expect that will take longer stitching in place.
I have had many, many surgeries and I am not looking forward to this one at all. My first arthroscopy on both knees at once had the worse pre op affect on me. Having pain in both legs at the same time was the worse thoughts. The thought, the night before, actually sent my entire body into spasms, I had to give in and go to bed in order to get through to the next day. It is amazing what the body can cope with. I do know with Laparoscopic gas, moving around helps to dissipation the gas. My first one, I honestly thought I was having a heart attack the first night after surgery. Laparoscooies were relatively new back in the late 70s and patient education wasn't like it is today. Also we are benefitting from hearing first hand, patient accounts, so thank you, you have been a big help in helping me to prepare mentally for this challenge.
Lyn R hi! I wish you best of luck on your procedure! I hope that it goes well and you get the relief you need. Please keep me posted !
@@alissachristine250 Thanks Alissa. I will try to remember to let you know. You know what it is like post op.
Fake @@Lyn4817
This is very helpful, ty!
I also have had acid reflex since I was 17 years old. I do not agree to not smoke now I am in my senior year I suffer terribly with Barrett’s esophageal pre-cancerous. Very bad they need to operate. I wish you all the best. It is very difficult when you’re young and doctors keep telling you you’ll be all right just take anti-acids Dexilant and all of that stuff. Are you proud of you for taking things in your hands because it can be a very long road I have them 10 years of dealing with this till now it is so bad and I think I’m having a heart attack all the time from the spasms in the esophagus take care God bless
My symptoms are I can’t stop burping for 6 months now and have acid coming up so now know my medicine isn’t working anymore so did you have a lot of burping before your surgery?
Thank you very for sharing this story. I didn't see any video before my surgery. I just had the operation on December 16. Today is the 10 days after the surgery. I can tell I am doing good.
I hope it really works for you I had this 10 years ago it only work for me six weeks it's been terrible and seeing doctors to this day..
@@pierreperk7079 Hello. I feel very sorry for your problems. Couple days ago it was 2 months after the surgery. Cross the fingers. I feel very good. I don't have any of the symptoms of acid reflex. I also had big problem with my post nasal drip and that is gone for now.( I hope for ever )
@@hrdanigier v happy for u.. am having LPR sclient reflux 😭
I'm getting this done on Aug 16...im 28 and have had GERD for as long as I can remember...I really hope this works for me.
Chelily hey just following up. How was surgery? You pretty sore?
Chelily I read on the internet that GERD causes enamel erosion on the teeth. Do you have teeth issues? I’m curious about your experience because I have acid reflux too.
Updates?
Hi I’m planning to get the surgery very soon, how is your surgery after 4 years?? Thank you so much I hope you reply
Is it normal to have little heartburn and burping after 4 days of Nissen fundoplocation (surgery)
So sorry to hear that. Maybe your wrap has failed. I heard that heartburn still exists on the first months of the surgery because of the swellings but burping is quit impossible due to nissen.
Hi I am from South Africa and thanks for sharing this video, i am going for this surgery today this as help me alot.God Bless
Hi Vishnu ....it's Minky from south africa I see your message that you were going to have surgery 4 weeks ago .tell me how are doing .I hope it was successful .
I'm set to have this surgery on the 20 th may here in Pretoria .if you can kindly tell me how are you doing after the surgery
@@minkydlomo-vl8vv
Hi. How are you doing now? I’m from South Africa too
@@richkekana5647 thank you for asking I'm doing great hey it's gonna be two months on the 20 th of July .I must say first few weeks were very bad chocking while trying to eat ,gas .but all the symptoms I had before surgery are gone I can even eat chocolate s no more vomiting bile
@@minkydlomo-vl8vv
I’m glad you’re well now. Where did you do your surgery, which surgeon?
I'm grade 4 erosive esophigits and a 4cm hiatal hernia. Is there anything that can be done? My doctor did my upper endoscopy 3 weeks ago but no biospy nor did they act concerned one bit. Im in a lot of pain in my abdomen.
United Destiny Entertainment get on the acid watcher diet by dr Aviv
Any updates? I hope you're feeling better
GI doctors are the worst. Get another opinion. Asap. Hope you’re well
I would like to know how everyone who has had surgery is doing years out.
I’m fed up with my GORD as well. I want to have N. Fundoplication too. I just wanted to live a more normal life and be able to eat whatever I want without repercussions.
Hi some to me
Just had this done 2 1/2 weeks ago and the abdomen pain was the absolute worst part. Spent 2 nights sleeping on my left side as everytime id try to go on my right, immediate spasms. Pillow didn’t help at all for me. Made it worse. Finally that Saturday night I was able to turn on my right side with minimal pain and spasm.
Hey hi, how are you, after watching your video I get so much to do the surgery, having the same issue from past 3 years and I can't sleep the whole night the heart palpitations is too high, I don't have money for the surgery, weight lost from 90 to 79 Kgs, anxiety attacks due to this issue. Will You please help me a little bit.
how are u now... am having sclient reflux 😭
@@alimamohammed8771 me too..my throat soreness is unbearable
If you’re heavy. Gastric bypass gets rid of acid reflux. Plus you lose weight.
Alissa did you have the Tif procedure? I had a Hiatal Hernia repair and the TIF procedure on August 24, 2021. I am not better I have mild esophagitis. Gastritis, inflammation in my intestine and inflammation in my Duodenum. I am not better after my surgery. Who did you go to for your surgery?
No I had a nissen Fundoplication with hiatial hernia repair.
My surgeon is based in California.
Netflix must watch documentaries for you - "What The Health" - "Forks Over Knives"🙏❤️
Never heard of it thx
Thank you for sharing your experience. Hope, you are doing well with no PPI drugs. Now that 5 years have passed, curious to know how you are feeling now. Asking because I am scheduled to go through the same surgery in about a month.
Hi! Still have had no issues since having surgery at the end of 2018. I’m on no medications. Good luck with the surgery!
@@alissachristine250 Thank you!
How to get surgery? I need bad
Anyone suffer with bad breath??
I do ar the beginning
Do you have stomach pain too ?
Hi, this video has been very helpful. How do you feel today?
Did you say it was a day case surgery? Would you recommend that?
I suffer from all of these, Gerd, reflux, constant throat clearing, mucus, breathing issues, too much gas formation, indigestion and its chronic. Me too planning to go for this procedure. Can you please answer below questions for me
Fundoplication procedure questions
1. Will surgery effect last life long or will tear happen afterwards ⁉️
2. Will I be able to burp and vomit 🤮 post surgery ❓
3. Will it improve my breathing and sleeping ⁉
4. Food type restrictions ⁉hard / soft food ⁉
5. What type of physical activity restrictions ⁉
Hi did u get procedure...im going thru samething and the post op seems worst than the preop
@@dhmelvmeable Ohk ‼. Nope not yet ‼ please describe your post op experience if possible
@@amitpalve6089 start doing brahmari nd breathing exercise nd meditation gradualy ur stomach align itself to its position it wil adjust itself to health.
The wrap will not last longer than 15 years even if a good surgeons skills. You can’t vomit.Burping is not possible with nissen. You can get just little burps but not satisfying burps on toupet fondplication. No gym forget about it for rest of your life. No running. Eating is all okay except not fullfill your stomach.
If your surgeon is pro and you follow all the thing i mentioned above your wrap will last max 15 years if your are also lucky. Be ready to fail your wrap after 10 years.
@@mr.vicecitygood info. I was considering this Vs. Bypass after developing acid reflux after gastric sleeve. Did you have this procedure?
Suffered with similar symptoms for years. Considering surgery myself. Just want the best surgery to fit my needs. Hope your future is brighter. Be blessed.
Hey, I just want to know that you were having any breathing difficulty and constant belching problem while suffering gerd?
I am constantly belching, About to get a upper gi to confirm its GERD because there are other conditions that are similar to GERD. When i do belch, No acid is coming back up. Not having any regurgitation.
@@brapps3405 you may have silent reflux/LPR.
Silent Reflux or LPR affect breathing.
Breathing issues I’ve heard are common. Can affect asthma. All my burps were basically baby barf so I tried not to burp often
@@brapps3405 same
I just go dx with a hiatal hernia..after 4 weeks of hell . I thought it was anaphylactic shock because my throat felt like i was closing. I felt like i was choking, ER doctors had audacity to say it was physiological. Then on the 2nd week i couldnt swallow anymore. I finally got to see the ENT and she said my throat was very swollen and red .Do you happen to know why GERD/HIATAL HERNIA cause DYSPHAGIA? Mines has been really bad for these past 2 weeks i can only eat liquids and mashed foods. I had my endoscopy yesterday and waiting to see my doc next week to know what the plan will be. I saw my allergist last week he immediately knew my throat was inflamed by acid reflux.
I have hiatal hernia and possibly lpr. I also have inflamed throat caused by burning sensation mostly caused by pepsin I believe.
I’m getting this same surgery this month. I’m super anxious! How long did it take for you to be able to eat meat and big meals? Also can you burp and puke or will you never be able to?
Keisha - I just had my surgery 1 week ago and things are going well so far just really sore on my right side. Just wanted to see how you are doing and if you have anymore heart burn
Me to girl
iam also suffring from a hiatal hernia and it has me in a wheelchair and finally iam going to see a surgeon because it hurts really bad when i drink and when i eat hurt more
I feel the same
Hi. Had my Repair done 3years ago now. Great result, no more reflux and more importantly changed my eating habits. Smaller meals, grazing rather than three meals a day. Lost 18kgs too
Anyone with breathing issues ?im choking from acid ..i gave up hope already?
@@aldoaldi2613 I have same problem by last 7 to 8 years. Had hiatus hernia before. But it's gone by itself. But over the years my problem is getting worse and worsen. Symptoms that I Am dealing in daily life is wired and stressful. Here are some
1. Shortness of breath all the time. Never go away
2. Urge to eat all the time. Full stomach gave some relief.
3. So confused and stressed all the time.
Many more.
4. Too much unmotivated.
I gave up.
@@sidhuamritsar3497 do you still have breathing issues or its gone
Would love to see another video! I’m trying to decide between Linx or Nissen! I have to go through one more test before I know for sure, but my surgeon gave me those two options to start looking into!
Just posted an update!
How much linx surgery cost???
Before surgery, change your diet. Surgical options should only be a last ditch solution and they don't offen work for silent reflux. I know because I had one.
Insurance didn’t cover Lynx,,
@@c.golden8280 Did you have surgery? How to cure silent reflux ??
Having mine done Monday... I'm so glad
How u feel today sir?
I hope I can do this. I’m so nervous about it
You got this. Such a frightening surgery based on reviews on the web. 1) get the proper testing. 2) get the proper bariatric surgeon that does this several times/week. 3) follow the soft diet. You do those 3 things and you will heal and live a long, healthy, normal life. Don't listen to the nonsense out there. This surgery is absolutely life changing in a good way. No more drugs, pain, lack of sleep.
I think I may have to have this surgery thank you for the update my stomach is always swollen gassy like I'm 8 months pregnant it sucks
you should look into seeing if you have bacterial over growth - SIBO
Did u get help with it?
I will have this surgery in a couple of weeks. Can you share which type of abdominal binder you would recommend?
How u feel today sir?
What are the few thing that u can't do after ur surgery?like belching or gym or anything
I took the gym really easy the first year. Did more yoga and letting my body build scar tissue. I now run regularly, weight train, and have no restrictions.
I’m getting ready for this surgery, I’m on the wait list but just have to get a cut scan and manometry test first. I’ve had acid reflux for 30 years! 30! Was on meds for 25 of those years. It wasn’t until I started getting food lodged in my esophagus that I went back to the doctor. I was sent in for 2 scope tests and it was Barrett’s and high risk for cancer. Hoping this surgery gets done and over with before winter. I’m taking ALL your advice for recovery, there is even a belly support in my store maternity section that I’m going to buy for this. I’m so glad you made these videos
Omg 😳. So I’m 46 years old and suddenly on Friday a wisdom tooth decided to make an appearance and it’s impacted, which means it needs to be pulled at least 2 weeks before my fundoplication surgery. I found a place 2 hours away from home that had a cancellation for TOMORROW! 😳. My fundoplication is potentially the first week of December
I’m in a similar situation. The esphogeal manometry isn’t fun. I hope your well and anxious to hear others experience.
@@hypsue I'm 43 and have had gerd for about 22 years. Never had an endoscopy but finally getting one soon. My question is did they remove/abalat the barrets tissue first before the nissen? I imagine that takes priority since you're at risk for cancer. And did you finally go through with the nissen? I hope you're doing better.
@@realgold8290 I had my surgery on December 30th 2021. 3 days in hospital, on a feeding tube and all the other bells and whistles of tubes in me. It was a painful recovery but I was back to work on extremely light labour after 2 weeks, and by choice as I’m self employed, so o could t afford to stay home for 6 weeks. The starvation diet was 6 weeks though and I was down 12 lbs. You can’t remove the Barrett’s as that is weakened skin lining . The risk of cancer doesn’t change after surgery due to the fact that the lining is still weak, it just doesn’t get worse providing you don’t smoke and your careful with alcohol intake. what the surgery does is creates a new sphincter with your stomach so the acid doesn’t rise back up. I also had the hernia repair. I that 6 weeks recovery my mom flew down to help and my dog passed away just a week after my mom left. I would go through all that pain again just to replay those 6 weeks with them both here.
@@twiceuponatime886 sorry to hear about your dog. Mine passed away during the height of the pandemic. It was rough too. Sounds like it was a very long process for you. We're you concerned about the weight loss because that's a lot of weight to lose in a short time or did your doctor warn you that would happen. I imagine by starvation diet you mean you mostly on liquids for 6 weeks. I don't know if I could go through that. People usually only do juice cleanse or a detox for one or two weeks and say it's pretty tough, so I can't imagine 6 weeks. You say you were back to work within 2 weeks. But we're you still in a lot pain at that point? And are you a drinker/smoker? I've barely touched either in the past 5 years just because every time I smoked or drank alcohol, I felt sick. I'm mostly worried about bloat worsening. I heard for some people after the nissen because they can't release gas by burping that becomes more significant and my stomach pain from bloating is already an 8 or 9 sometimes. I have to eat really small meals and graze just to keep it from happening regularly. Well it's been 3 and half months. I hope your quality of life has gone up since then. Hernias can cause a lot of pain and I'm sure having no reflux is a god send. I just have to get the nerve up to do it too.
How long will you be off work? I’m looking into this procedure also.
I work a desk job. I took off a full work, worked a full other work from home and was physically in the office by week 3.
Hi Alissa thanks for the video, how are feeling now ? Are you able to rest fatty foods ? Are you still having any acid reflux ?
Hi! Everything is great! No complaints over here. I can have anything and everything I want, no issues.
Alissa Christine god bless you, great to hear that. Wish you good luck.
Has the surgery on July 26th. Went well. Was able to work 5 days later and doing well now. Thank you for all your advice before hand!
Have your symptoms cleared completely ?
My hernia pain is gone. Never had bad heartburn symptoms, but I did have Barret’s esophagus prior that I got ablated out.
@@israeldentist how is your barrets now..how do you treat it?did you try cryosurgery ?
Aldo Aldi , got ablations with a GI doc that was trained with the HALO device from Medtronic
@@israeldentist how are you now brother?
I had the acid, and I've had it for years, but it's gotten worse, I'm now getting abdominal pain, I feel sick, I am sick, I have regurgitation, bringing up food, the food isn't going into my stomach, and comes back up hours later, and tastes the same as it did when it went down, for the last few months it's gotten worse and worse, I think I bring my food back up like 5 or 6 out of 7 days, I'm exhausted, I have no energy because I'm bringing the food back up all the time, I think my esophagus is damaged, and I ain't sure if it's narrowed, I'm very stressed I'm on a waiting list to get an endoscopy, but not heard anything yet, I'm so anxious that it's tumours down there and that I am screwed, because if it is, there's no cure for esophagus cancer, I get sore throats, acid reflux medication doesn't work for me anymore, I've told them that, they don't change it, I'd rather get the operation and be in pain, for a month or 2 and recover hopefully, than have to live like this for the rest of my life, I think living this way will be more hell than the recovery for the operation. I'm so fed up with this, I don't know if you could easily bring food back up and the feeling of food being stuck in your chest, but thanks for the information, best to know that it is going to be painful. it's having this for a long time and it possibly turning into a tumour or I don't even know it already has and that scares me, but there isn't anything I can do if it is, I just need to go and see. but yeah anxiety has kicked in.
I have the same ,issue..it caused the worse breath. I'm getting the surgery don't in 2 days and can't wait..It's mostly the LES is weak and it's nit closing properly allowing the food and acid to come back up.If there is a pouch from the hernia this is what's causing the food to get blocked.Stay on they ass and don't let them tell u u can't get surgery if there is a hernia.Good luck man..I know what u going through
Wish you a well recovery , i did tif surgery instead of nissen im now 5 days post-op , the diet after the surgery what makes me mad.
It gets better!
Kaha se kiya bhai? India mein Tif hain kya?
From where you had TIF surgery???
how are you noe
Thanks for the video I had mine done today
hello, i’ve been having the exact issue you’re dealing with, This will be my first stomach type surgery and was wondering were you in a lot of pain after the surgery and what helped the most to control it? i’m getting mine done march 6th and has it helped your nausea and acid reflux right away
I hope your surgery went well! Pain will be at it's greatest the first few days then it subsides after weeks 1-2. I would get a abdominal binder. It will help you the first few weeks of recovery. I was nauseas the first day or two because of the anestisia and my acid reflux was gone since day one.
@@alissachristine250 how about singing.. do you feel you could sing after it? Im trying to decide when to fix mine
@@alissachristine250 what about your stomach adapting to wrap how long did it take for that to settle down?
how soon was it that you could resume normal activity without doing anything strenuous. just regular stuff. walking sitting, shopping cooking regular stuff. how many days?
about 2 weeks. You aren't supposed to lift anything over 10 lbs for the first 2 weeks or so. Was walking after a few days, but you most likely won't have much energy anyways the first week or so. I was back to work by week 3 but I have a desk job.
@@alissachristine250 you haved gastritis or any diegtion issue?
I just had the surgery on Friday and have not much appetite and when I try to have liquids I get full is this normal I started following you on ig
Thank you so much for sharing your story!
This the same procedure as a cTif?
Similar. I had a full nissen wrap and they go through the stomach. I believe Tifs are done through endoscopy. (i could be totally wrong)
Please update now we also have gerd and h pylori so we want to know your situation are you now ok or again symptoms comeback?
Hi. Do you remember if you did have heartburn in the first 1-3 weeks after the surgery? Thx!