Nelie, I sure am glad I stopped by to read the posts especially yours. I am supposed to get a scope and dialation at least 2 times a year for my esophagus and forgot. I'm glad you have it in your profile. I was supposed to call my Dr when I would be available.

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