Good luck to you. I had my reflux for a long time before I was treated just because I had more pressing health concerns. I was just at a level of esophageal irritation when scoped -- nothing alarming. Hoping that hasn't changed. I'm sure my brother likely had the silent reflux for years. Good that you're getting everything checked out. You're right, it is a long wait to see a specialist for the first time, but followup visits are usually timely once your foot is in the door. Two specialists means two opinions. Yay! Since I haven't seen an ENT for this, I'll be interested to hear if the ENT treats or refers you back to the GI. Please keep us posted. Thanks.