@ajax2026 Hi Linda, I had the leak too. It was like a sprinkler and I am not kidding. There was something off when drinking and feeding so they figured I had a leak and sent me for a scan where I had to drink Barium? or some type of contrast liquid while they scanned me and took video. I could see my self on xray while the liquid went down my throat and then out like a sprinkler it was funny and scary at the same time. The leak healed on its own though but I wonder if my stricture was because of the leak or the infection from surgery on mu neck. In any case I am doing great now and I am sure your brother will too. Feel free to contact me if you or your brother need to chat. We can actually talk if you want.

I am glad to help.

Manuel