I had surgery six months ago to repair an esophageal tear caused by a scope to remove a piece of meat that was obstructing my esophagus. After several days in hospital, quite compromised physically, I was released with a heavy dose of antibiotics and prescribed Dexillant. I am a chronic asthmatic who takes 900mg of theodure daily as well as symbicort, Brianyl. Arieus and Tiazac for SVT and blood pressure issues. I was a smoker, but did quit six months ago, when this medical issue occurred. I assumed that my asthma would improve when I quit smoking, This has not been the case. I find I need my inhalers more frequently. Also I have found that I seem to be having increasing difficulty swallowing any food, even though I was told that this was not physiological concern, but rather me just not chewing properly. I am 49 years old and not ready to go on a puree diet, and am really annoyed that I am still so dependant on asthma medication when I was told smoking was the major contributor. I have now choked on food three times in the last 4 months and have forced myself to vomit repeatedly to avoid another scope procedure. I have stopped taking the dexilant and my breathing has improved. But stomach hurts constantly especially where the incisions were made. I feel sick to my stomach daily, and get dizzy sometimes. I alternate between constipation and diarrhea. Is this all psychomatic or should I be concerned?