Thanks, Sophie and Jim. Sophie, yes, I found the correct spelling in the posts and I'll look up those posters you mentioned.

Jim... read about that Fundoplication and it doesn't look pleasant at all. I can only imagine your docs felt it was the only thing for your condition, and I hope it's working out as best as can be expected. I have a feeling that I too will be experiencing the tender mercies of the Endoscope on a pretty regular basis from now on. Got a chuckle out of your smile line, and man do I need it!

Thanks again to you both.
Deetoo