Has anyone else had issues with food or drink getting stuck? Stuck so that its acting as a stopper/cork. If I drink water, I have to wait a while before taking another drink. If I don't wait, it just won't go down, and I have to spit it out. I literally can't swallow it. The same thing is happening with food also. I also noticed that when I eat, I get excessive phlegm and have to continually spit out into my napkin in between bites.

Is your profile correct that you had your surgery in August of 2020? What you're describing is really common in the early days and even first weeks after surgery. But it's surprising you're experiencing it this many months out. I'd definitely check with the doctor. It's possible you could have developed a stricture (a narrowing of the esophagus) that won't allow food and water to pass easily. It's worth checking out. Hope you feel better soon!

11 hours ago, Jaelzion said:

Is your profile correct that you had your surgery in August of 2020? What you're describing is really common in the early days and even first weeks after surgery. But it's surprising you're experiencing it this many months out. I'd definitely check with the doctor. It's possible you could have developed a stricture (a narrowing of the esophagus) that won't allow food and Water to pass easily. It's worth checking out. Hope you feel better soon!

TY for this info. This happened to my dad who had the surgery 5 yrs. ago. He men tined it to me but I thought he was crazy. I will call the doctor.

Hi! How did everything go? I’m going through the same thing currently… did the food end up passing through?

Hi guys I’m in the early stage and I’m experiencing this.. I have cried so few times thinking that this is permanent.. the comments here sound hopeful… does this go away at some point in the future????

There is a condition...I do not remember what is it called, sorry...but it is where your esophagus narrows. You might get it as you age, but I have heard of young people with it. It has nothing to do with the surgery. Once you are diagnosed, they can do an out-patient procedure (I had it done) to stretch it. Easy peasy. Go to your GP.