Guest guest Posted December 17, 2004 Report Share Posted December 17, 2004 Hi : I was diagnosed with Achalasia last June after five years of swallowing problems. No doctor could find out what was wrong with me until my last upper GI and mamometry tests in June. They were treating me for GERD. By last August I was only consuming liquids and Ensure. I lost a great deal of weight. I had Botox in September. The doctor found that I had a bad fungus infection in my esophagus. That might have been the reason why I didn't have as much improvement in my esophagus as they hoped for. It did improve somewhat as I was able to eat some soft foods. I aked my GI about scar tissue when using Botox. He said no. Recently I caught a bad cold and now I'm back to square one. My doctor is talking about dilation or another Botox next September. I know Myotomy is a more permanent treatment, but frankly I find it very scary and I'm trying to build up my courage to have it done. I did see a surgeon, but he hadn't done very many myotomies so I didn't have the surgery. I know how you feel when you see other people eating and enjoying their food, as I feel the same way. I also felt alone, but this is a great group. You are not alone. I wish there was a better treatment that is permanent. Maybe one day. I find that working helps me cope better with my Achalasia. I don't think about it when I work. Please ask any questions you have and I hope we can help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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