Astoria Achalasia Waiting List

“ I am newly diagnosed w/alchalasia and I am very scared, I also need some support, and some fellow researchers. This disease engulfs your entire being, it's so antisocial. I need to make major adjustments, and I'm upset and not ready for this hurdle. ”

“ I moved to NY from IL almost two years ago for graduate school. I am originally from MI. Since I have been busy teaching and pursuing grad studies, I have not been able to meet many people that share my interests here outside of work and school. ”

“ I am 67. I have achalasia. I had a balloon dilatation which perforated my esophagus, and then myotomie with repair of the esophagus. I was Ok for a while. Now I have trouble again. Nifedipine helps a lot. ”

“ I want local Achalasia Meetups because surgery appears to be my next step. I would like to speak with people at this stage or those who have had the surgery. ”

“ I am 56 and have had achalasia since my mid 20s. I've had two myotomies, two pneumatic dilitations and even passive dilitations way back in the 70s. I still have a very active condition and I am still seeking treatment. ”

“ hi my name is evie from nyc. i am 35 yrs old and I got symptoms of achalasia all of the sudden. i am very happy to have found this website. hope to get lots of support ”

“ Diagnosed in 2000 with achalasia,had 1 dialation, now symptoms recur.I've seen a few specialists,am told this is not achalasia,need feedback on symptoms.Taking NEXIUM for few months, helps relieve some pain/spasms and discomfort,but still hard to swallow. ”