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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Post Nissen Fundoplication
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Post Nissen Fundoplication
by marty__0, Sep 20, 1998 12:00AM
I had a Nissen fundoplication and a hiatal hernia repair about
6 months ago. All went well. About 2.5 months ago I started having
what seemed to be occasional reflux. After the symptoms began to
get worse ( heartburn, reflux, difficulty swallowing) and more
frequent I had an esophogram and an upper GI which showed a small
hiatal hernia. I then had a gastric empting study which I was told
did not show any reflux. Right now I am only taking tums. Do you
have a clue to what is going on? I see the Dr. again in a few weeks.
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dear Marty,
gastric emptying tests assess the rate at which material leaves the stomach. It is not a good test for esophageal reflux. To assess reflux you should have a 24 hr pH probe study. While you await the appointment with the physician, you should try symptomatic treatment with over-the-counter H2 receptor antagonists e.g, Pepcid AC.
This information is presented for educational purposes only. Always consult your personal physician for specific medical questions.
HFHSM.D.-rf
*keywords: esophageal reflux, fundoplication
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