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Hi all my mum had the Ivor Lewis operation just under 2 years ago ... and she always seems to get a runny nose .. has anyone else had this

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bristolhospital

Yes I have increased when I eat or drink asked Gp said it was his sinuses no other explanation ???

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Mrs1972

I had total gastrectomy 14 months ago, I do get a runny nose a lot. Its strange.

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Cal-1991 in reply toMrs1972

I know it’s very strange

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ccfc

Hi,

My oesophagectomy was over 7 years ago and I still get a runny nose. I’ve never found out why. I think it’s just one of those strange side effects.

Best Wishes, James.

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Cal-1991 in reply toccfc

Very strange ... thank u for ur reply

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grandylynda

I have a runny nose often I honestly cant remember whether it is more so since my op

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Jforgh

Seven months after op I still have intermittent runny nose,don't no why but obviously I am not the only one.

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mgloughran

Yes, happened to me to. I have gotten used to it after almost 6 years.

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