I had a successful Laproscopic Nissan Fundiplication in 2000. I have had no problems, other than what everyone has after surgery. I now have developed a chronic cough, at first I assumed it was allergies, after over a year, it is getting worse. I have gained 30 pounds within the last year and wonder if that could be the problem. My question is do I go to the doctor who performed the surgery or my gastro doctor?
Q: I have developed a Chronic Cough, do I go to my Gastro Dr. or Surgeon who operated in 2000.
Answers (1)
7/16/09 2:01pm
If you have already seen someone to rule out allergies then I would head to GI first. My daughter's only symptom of reflux is a chronic cough. She was bad as a baby but at 9 she developed a chronic cough that was not helped by asthma or allergy meds. I put her back on PPIs and the cough went away. Her pediatrician said she wasn't thinking GI because my daughter wasn't having other symptoms (that we know of - she's lived with reflux all her life - she doesn't know what it's like to not have it). We're now awaiting a GI appointment to discuss long term options.
The 30 pounds could be a contributing factor but honestly I didn't have reflux issues until the past year after I had finally gotten down to my "ideal" body weight so who knows.....
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
By 2000surgery— Last Modified: 12/07/10, First Published: 07/16/09
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Thanks...good luck with your daughter. I haven't seen anyone yet...just wanted to start at the right place.