I have tracheal stenosis and I think it's really frustrating not being able to to all the things I want to do because the shortness of breath. In my opinion it's better going through a few of these surgeries than not doing it. For me the surgeries are really ok, as I'm in quite good shape already a couple of hours after I wake up, my throat only hurts a little bit. Even though the stenosis may come back again after just a few months, it's really worth it. The positive aspects really outweighs the negative ones, at least that's what I think. I'm guessing that it's not that easy for you though, as you probably have to pay a lot of money for each surgery..