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Thinking of having the Linx procedure

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sharon25858
sharon25858

im contemplating having the Linx surgery. I'm suffering with my reflux and I don't want to take meds forever as I know they can cause problems and osteoporosis runs in my family.

i don't want the Nissan fundiplication as there are many possible side effects, it doesn't always work and it's not reversible.

i have private health insurance and my gastro consultant specialises in this procedure having done more Linx surgeries than any other dr in the U.K. So I feel I'm in safe hands with him.

was wondering if anyone else hasn't had this done as an know it's relatively new?

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  • jason_02625
    jason_02625 sharon25858

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    Sharon, I had this procedure done about 19 months ago and I can tell you it was the SMARTEST thing I have ever done.  You will no longer need PPI meds and you will have your life back.  There has been a time or two where I needed to take a Tums but wow I have never felt better and have not taken anymore PPI meds.  I live in the states and I know its still a new procedure.  My mother was hoping to have it done as well and did not qualify to have it done.  She had the Nissan procedure done and it takes a little longer to get use to it.  I will say the worst part of the surgery is when they fill you with air to do the procedure.  The soreness from that lasts a few days but the Linx works right away from they time they install it.  The recover time on it is very easy.  I took 2 days off work.  One day to have the surgery and the next to recover but to be totally honest with you I could've easily went to work the next day.  I would do it again in a heartbeat.  It will be the best decision you will make and your body will thank you as well since you won't be taking anymore meds.

    • sharon25858
      sharon25858 jason_02625

      Posted

      Thank you I have heard a lot of good reviews about it. I'm worried about having trouble swallowing though as I read that can be a side effect. I don't have that problem with my reflux, and I get very panicky if I feel I am choking. I did like having the endoscopy done.

      if I do go for it I will have a general anaesthetic and an overnight stay.

    • jason_02625
      jason_02625 sharon25858

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      Swallowing can be a little tricky at first but i was told eat small bites and eat alot through out the day to exercise the device. It doesnt feel like choking but if you eat big bites and dont chew very eell it can hurt going down. I didnt that one time and couldnt get food to go down so i made myself throw up. That has only ever happened one time though.
    • Buck_girl
      Buck_girl jason_02625

      Posted

      Hi Jason I am Ann not sure what the Link surgery is about,could you please explain it to me. I suffer a lot from acis reflux,on meds for about four months now already had the camera down my noose. I am suffering.
  • Raffa99
    Raffa99 sharon25858

    Posted

    What is the Linx procedure please? I also want to come off meds but my main problem is the sore throat and swallowing problem with the acid now sad
    • sharon25858
      sharon25858 Raffa99

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      A small set of beads is inserted around the oesophogus which opens when you swallow but closes after to stop anything from coming back up. Lots of information on google about it.

      i get very tired with it and have to belch loads, it's very tiring I have sore throat and get cough aft eating. Effects my sinus too and I get terrible upper back pain between my shoulders. It's not a nice condition at all.

    • Raffa99
      Raffa99 sharon25858

      Posted

      Ah ok thanks I will take a look. I totally agree with you that this condition is awful and even all my lifestyle changes haven't stopped the sore throat and feeling of being bunged up a lot. I get back pain too sad My diet is so restricted now that eating is just because I have to and I used to love my food. Your said your doctor was an expert in fitting the Linx, can you tell me what area of the country you are? x

    • sharon25858
      sharon25858 Raffa99

      Posted

      In the U.K., Kent. I se him at Tunbridge Wells at the Spire.
  • mag2
    mag2 sharon25858

    Posted

    Hi

    I had fundiplication June 2016, like you I was fed up with taking meds and worried about the side effect from them, also the possibility of acid causing barrets, I was on maximum nexium, ranitadine and copious amount of gaviscon. Recovery took about a year I think, so far the side effects from the op mount up to lots of wind top and bottom which I'm not bothered about, also I have a little discomfort from what I think is scar tissue from my tiny laprascopic scars.

    I lost about a stone and a half in all which is fine, I think I've started putting it back now slowly as I can eat and drink in moderation what I like. I still try limiting my coffee and bread intake as it tends to be bloating.

    Good luck with your desision.

    Regards

    Margaret

  • farhana71476
    farhana71476 sharon25858

    Posted

    Whatever you do, do not have nissen. It will ruin your life. The best option is Dr. Gharagozloo in Florida. I am headed there to have my nissen takedown and get a valvulplasty.
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