Question:
I was told I had sever reflux before surgery, but never had symptoms...

But now, 4.5 months post op, I am having severe burning in my throat and esophagus all the time. I've made an appt with my surgeon for Monday, but I can hardly eat or drink anything without the severe burning. I'm even having trouble forcing water down. I eating tums like crazy, and considering buying some OTC reflux meds. Anyone else suffer with this post op?    — Happy I. (posted on October 3, 2003)

October 4, 2003
I have had this for years and after surgery the Surgeon has continued having me take my prevacid. Hopefully soon I can stop taking it!
   — Beverly S.

October 5, 2003
I had GERD/acid reflux disease prior to surgery and just was treated for the same thing post-op. My doctor prescribed Protonix 1X daily and Reglan 1/2 tablet 1/2 hour before meals and at bedtime. This has helped tremendously.
   — Mary P.