Heartburn or rookie mistake?

[SkinnyPenny 1]

Hi guys!

I am curious if anyone else has a similar experience or may have some advice.

I was sleeved 11/7/17 and other than a minor stricture 3 weeks post op, it has been really easy. I deal with moderate heart burn every day that I manage with Prilosec and tums.

For the past few months every time I eat I feel pressure in my throat like my food is coming back up. It lasts for about an hour or two. While it’s not painful it’s uncomfortable. I’ve found myself skipping meals when I just don’t feel like dealing with it.

I’ve tried to problem solve on my own and I’m stuck. I chew thoroughly, take small bites and eat slowly. The regurgitation feeling comes no matter what I eat.

Could it be related to heartburn or is this normal and will go away the further out from surgery I get?

Thanks

[Creekimp13 5,838]

Talk to your doc about this. As long as it isn't getting worse, you could give it some time to see if it improves...but definitely bring it up at your 6 month check up and follow up on it if it's still bothering you in May.

[kakatlady612 1,053]

Hope you're not heading for another stricture, I'm a little fearful, could be some cranky nerves, and it might be the way GERD is expressing itself in you. A lot of people have it, but the symptoms can differ. Like Creek Imp says keep an eye on it. If I were your doctor I'd want to know but I'm a poor humble kakatlady not medical personnel.

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[SkinnyPenny 1]

Though this is very late... thought I would share. I saw my surgeon for post op last week. After another barium swallow I do have another mild stricture! Another EGD for me!! Thanks for all the advice! I’m glad I have a solution now!