I've been dealing with acid reflux and had an endoscopy that came back normal, but my 24-hour pH monitoring showed a DeMeester score of 17.6. Does this mean I'm a candidate for antireflux surgery, or do I have to stay on meds for life? Can I choose surgery instead?

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I've been dealing with GERD for the past 2 years and it's really frustrating. Is there any way to cure it permanently without having to go through surgery? I'd love to know what options are out there.

Yes, Sx is better option but still for final please consult surgeon for full P/E.

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I'm experiencing this strange sensation that starts in my upper stomach and moves up to my throat. It's like this weird anxiety that travels from my stomach to my chest and then to my throat. What could be causing this? Could it be something I need to worry about?

Patient is advised psychiatric opinion for anxiety .

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I've been dealing with GERD for 3 years now and it's really affecting my breathing. I've been on acid medications but they don't seem to help much - the issue keeps coming back and sometimes gets really bad. Are there any surgical options for this or should I stick to medication?

If GERD symptoms like breathing difficulties persist despite medication, surgical options like Nissen fundoplication may be considered. However, a thorough evaluation by a doctor is crucial to determine the best course of action, as factors like the severity of your GERD, potential complications, and individual health factors need to be assessed

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