I'm new to this message center ...didn't know it existed but glad it does as I'd like to hear from anyone who experiences Post Esophagectomy reflux.
I had my esophagectomy in January 1995 ...13 years ago last month. I've had reflux for 13 years. I take prilosec once a day ...at one time it was twice a day. I'm on medications for for other issues including high blood pressure & a heart condition, so I must be careful about new medications.
Although I've had reflux for 13 years, there are times when I have none for weeks while there are times when I experience it almost daily. I've had 20 incidents since the first of the year ...always during my sleep and after many hours since eating.
My reflux is at times quite violent causing the blood vessels in my face to rupture. Many times it appears that I've either been beaten in the face or stayed in the sun too long. I've had aspiration pneumonia a few times.
I've never talked with anyone about the possible remedies or repairs. I'd be pleased to hear from anyone with such experience & with what they have done or could do to alleviate this reflux.
My best regards to all.