@sallyvic That sounds like the kind of luck I have. I was going in for a breast biopsy and as I was laying on the table they said, oh, by the way, there is a spot on your lung which was found in your X-ray before this surgery. I also have had a cyst on my ovary which required no attention. But DO get it checked out.
Back to the fundoplication surgery, I had this surgery when I was 77 years old. I had a Hiatal Hernia for years and for some reason it twisted and I too had a very quick surgery. I have to say this surgery was very hard on me. While still in the hospital I had a blood clot in my leg which went to both lungs. Very scary. But God pulled me through. The journey back is slow and eating all that food slurry is not fun. But you will get back to normal. Be patient. Don't push yourself. Do what your doctors say. Sadly, my fundiplication failed in two and a half years. I am having all of the old reflux problems I had before. I'm hoping this was not your problem. I was told that about 5% of these surgeries fail. Lucky Me! I'm too old to go through that operation again. Don't know what is next for me. My condition is getting worse by the day. I have an appointment with my gastroenterologist in May but think I am going to try to go earlier. If you have any specific questions I would be very glad to try to answer them. Best of luck as you return to health.

@sallyvic - thinking of you today. How's your recovery from the Nissen fundoplication going?

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Hello, I’m brand new to this group and learning still how to navigate his page. I had nissen surgery, no mesh, loose wrap for 8.5 cm para esophageal hh June 2024. My recovery had been a very long process. My surgeon did tell me recovery is in stages and to have patience. Recovery can take up to a year to feel normal. I have days I feel great and days I feel like I hit a brick wall. I have also battled with IBS/ SIBO which started 4 months after my surgery. I have been on the low fod map and recently struggling with introducing in new foods. My GI Dr had ordered an abdominal Xray which was normal and I’m going to do another SIBO breathe test. Recovery has been challenging but I feel so much better with no more hernia issues or acid reflux. The microbiome changes dramatically for many people which contributes to many aches and pains. Finding the right support is important as well. Currently I’m looking for good tips for an online dietician etc. I was working with a nutritionist who recently retired. I joined this group with hopes to find good tips and information regarding post op digestive health.