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esophagus ulcer and the nissen surgery

by Tragicallyhipp, Dec 27, 2008 10:20PM
I am suffering daily with an esophagus ulcer.  I have tried prevacid 30 mg 2 times a day, with no prevail now Im taking protonix 40mg 2 times a day.  I asked my GI for surgery but he said not right now.  I thought it was my option to get surgery.  This is ridiculous Im in pain everyday what should I do,  Im tired of suffering.  Sometimes it burns other times it feels like something is being twisted in my throat,  Anyone with suggestions PLEASE HELP...
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by CalGal, Dec 27, 2008 11:25PM
Tragically, how long have you been on the meds? And how long have you had on-going reflux? Have you changed your diet to one that is considered a GERD diet? What other modifications have you made to try to change the situation around?

Do you know where the ulceration is located? Your doc may be saying no because you may have only recently been diagnosed, is that a possibility? He also may be suggesting you wait due to your age or to the position of the ulceration. It's really not advisable to wrap the ulceration with the fundoplication area.
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