Jeff, having your esophagus dialated makes a huge difference. I get that done quite often and when food goes down it can get scary when it becomes lodged and won't move up or down. I'm glad this worked for you as it does me. Jim

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here