Re: Post op comparative symptom question....foryouveterans...

[Guest guest]

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Yes, I've had a few barium swallows done. I'm actually having another one done

next month, but this time it's with a biscuit, covered with Barium. This will

give them a better idea of what it looks like when actual food goes down.

Doctors are thinking that they can't do my surgery lapraroscopically because of

the scar tissue from the previous myotomy, but I'm not to sure about that, so

I'm definately getting 2nd and 3rd opinions out there. ....and yes, us

Achalasians definately go through a lot and I am very thankful that their is a

support group(s) out here, cuz' it is such a rare and strange disease. Thanks.

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>>> lindwood@... 12/11/01 03:52PM >>>

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Wow, that's very interesting. Are you going to have surgery again

soon? Can they do it laparoscopically this time too? I'm curious to

know if they did a barium swallow for you the first time before your

surgery. My doctor told me cut as high up as he possibly could with the

lap, so I hope it was high enough. Geez we go through a lot! I'll bet

there's a special section of heaven for achalasians and their families.

I think we're all a very special and upbeat group judging by everyone's

posts. I am so glad to have found everyone here and am REALLY greatful

I found you all BEFORE my surgery. It has been so helpful. Take care,

and God Bless you!

[Guest guest]

, have you ever tried argenine?