I sincerely apologize if this video is scaring anyone about this surgery. I assume if you are getting the linx implant ONLY without a hiatal hernia repair the recovery will be a much better one. In my case it was both hiatal hernia with linx and my wife and kids had to witness suffering everyday for a very long time. I’m sure there are better success stories than mine as far as recovery goes and I sure hope so.. If you look deeper into the Linx statistics there is a percentage of patients who have to continue PPI use after the surgery has healed and linx has settled in, it is not that uncommon for this to happen. Everything has side effects nowadays. NOTHING IS 100%. You fix the main problem but some other issues come along with that fix. No different with the Linx, Unfortunately. Loss of appetite is real. Weight Loss is real. Still have to watch your diet after surgery is real. Extreme nausea for a long time is real. The chance that you may have to still take PPI after you heal is real.
A chance the device does not work is real. Long battles with Diarrhea is real. The list goes on. They list these for a reason and it should be noted in your decision making. The Surgeon SOLD ME on “you’re going to fixed”. He was right, he did fix the heartburn problem but he has no control over other issues and side effects you have to live with after fixing the problem. The Surgeon did not explain the severity of the recovery. Honestly it’s probably imossible too. I’ve had 2 Great GASTRO Dr’s because I wanted a 2nd opinion and a Great Surgeon. Both GASTRO Dr’s did not like the idea or the options for surgery, for this disease and injury. Both said the same thing “it will not fix any stomach issues but it will protect your esophagus” Unfortunately I had no choice because of the hernia size. When my heartburn battle was solved and began having stomach issues I went back to the surgeon. He sent me back to the GASTRO Dr and said “My job is done. It was to protect your esophagus and the linx is working.” I was pissed at that answer but now realize he was right. Honestly, He did what he was paid for. GASTRO Dr remarks on stomach issues “ that’s why we recommend diet and life change first and surgery as a last resort because the Linx does not fix the stomach”
I would do the surgery again because it has help me get my life back, just wanted to share my true experience so others can make the best decision for family and future. Don’t be afraid of any challenge it will only make you better in the process...
Forgot to mention those LINX SPASMS in the video, they will haunt you for MONTHS, HANG IN THERE. IT WILL GET BETTER ONLY WITH TIME.
Honestly the faster you accept that you will never be the same the quicker you can start moving forward. I still have discomfort a couple times a day but nowhere near the beginning.
Also around the 1 year mark after turning the corner and feeling much better, my mind didn't know how to RECEIVE IT. From being in consistent pain and discomfort every day for approximately 1 year and 9 months my mind was searching for something wrong when there was nothing, BE CAREFUL with your thoughts.WITH GERD, BEFORE SURGERY OR POST SURGERY TRY NOT TO EVER GO ON AN EMPTY STOMACH it causes Acid flare ups and gas, I know its tough to do but it really does make a difference.
CHECK: www.eatthis.com/foods-and-acid-reflux/
ICE COLD BEVERAGES !!!! WARNING ... STAY AWAY. IT FREEZES THE LINX IMPLANT AND HURTS REAL BAD !!!!
YOGURT is great for soothing the stomach and its a natural probiotic. It is in the dairy family but for some reason it is recommended for gerd.
Barilla Protein Plus Pasta in yellow box, is a great source of Protein, Carbs and Fiber to assist in keeping muscle, weight and healthy digestion.
POTATOES are great
SALMON Great healthy fat
Egg WHITES out of the carton. For some reason fresh cracked egg whites gave me problems. Egg Yolks also gave me issues.
EGG NOODLES NO YOLK, Great
CASHEWS Great
CHOCOLATE, No Good
SALAD DRESSING WITH VINEGAR, No Good
MAYONNAISE, No Good
UA-cam MOTIVATION THAT GOT ME THROUGH THE DARK TIMES. Anything I was feeling at the time I would type in and find a video. Example: Patience Motivation, Hard Times Motivation. Thank you to all who post those life changing videos.
Motivation References just to name a few:
Jim Rohn (My Personal Favorite)
TD Jakes
Greg Plitt
Andy Frisella
Les Brown
Tony Robins
Steffan James Project Life Mastery
Tom Bilyeu
GREAT CHANNELS JUST TO NAME A FEW
Healthy Mind
BE INSPIRED
MOTIVATION GRID
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NO GIVING UP !!
Take Care,
KB