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Posted 4/24/2010 4:49 PM (GMT 0)
I did the same thing. Wish your doc would give you the carafate. It helps so much.
Posted 4/24/2010 6:01 PM (GMT 0)
Tracy I have some Carafate that I got from another dr.    Maybe I should just take it!    probably shouldnt hurt to try it.     my dr didnt seem to know what it was, but he was the surgeon.   I would think he would know.

Thank you so much for the encouragement.    I need it.

Posted 5/9/2010 1:28 AM (GMT 0)
bigcase would you care to give an update to your procedure? Are you feeling better, happy you did it? I read that only 70% reported to be free of any problems, are you there yet? I am considering this procedure but I want to learn more about it, and wonder how are you feeling. Also did you lose 20 pounds where you over weight? The reason I ask (and you don't have to if you think it is too personal) I am 5.11 and weight 180 I am physically fit and have never been told to lose weight so I wonder if the 20 pounds was a recommendation or you lose it because of the diet.
Thanks again you have been very informative to me
Frank
Posted 5/9/2010 8:31 PM (GMT 0)
I am very happy I had the surgery. It is so great to not have to take Reflux meds and not have to have Mylanta with me at all times. I do not miss the taste of that stuff. I need to lose the weight. Still need to lose more. I do not see any way a person can have this surgery and not lose. I had to do clear liquids 5 days prior to surgery and about 3 days after. Then liquids for another 2 weeks I think. Soft foods from week 2 to week 6. I didn't have any desire to eat after surgery for a week. Just sip on gatorade.

It has been 12 weeks for me. I feel better than ever. I have some indigestion but that is normal. I no longer have to worry about it like before. Getting over the surgery was not as easy as I thought it would be. I really didn't get to feeling okay til about week 4. You get so weak from the liquid diet. Or at least I did.

Tracey
Posted 5/10/2010 3:54 PM (GMT 0)
Tracey I need to lose weight too.    I am really overweight.  Maybe that is some of my problem.

I know what you mean about the first 2 weeks of the diet.     I was hungry all the time.  I had myself convinced I was getting acid so I avoided the yogurt, cottage cheese, pudding etc.  anything that had dairy.

I am still getting acid reflux at least I think I am.   I have the sinus drip sensation, sore throat etc.   My esophagus finally quit burning.  

I gargled with hydrogen peroxide and drank mylanta before going to bed last night.  

Right now I dont have a sore throat, but still kind of have that drip feeling and odd taste

I havent quit taking my meds because I am scared to quit.

I have a Doctors appointment this afternoon with the surgeon so I am hoping he can give me some good news, but I am kind of expecting him to say he wants to do a scope or to let some more time pass.

I am such a worry wort.

Arlene

I am glad you are feeling well.

Posted 5/10/2010 8:29 PM (GMT 0)
Stay away from the hydrogen peroxide! If it's swallowed it can cause problems.

Joy
Posted 5/15/2010 4:30 AM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone,

 

I am joining this grp in need of some real support.  I had the Esphyx TIF surgery done on Mon. May 10th 2010.  So far I have been burping so much and I am in a lot of pain.  I am still on Morpheine 4 days out.  I have been pooping nonstop for three days and have lost 10lbs in 4 days.  I have had 2 C-sections and my Gall Bladder removed.  Although there weren't any cuts, by far this has been my worst surgery.  I feel like someone ripped out my stomach and insides banged them up and put them back in.  The worst pain is in my shoulder and the frequent burping.  My surgeon said I CAN'T burp so I take a deep breath and swallow instead and it hurts really bad.  I can feel its like spasms.  Any suggestions for the burping??  Thanks.  The jury is still out on weather this was a good idea.

Posted 5/15/2010 1:40 PM (GMT 0)
I have had the same surgeries you have and agree this was this worst.  My spasms lasted a few days.  They do get better.  I had those gas x strips for the burping.  They seem to work pretty good.  Don't get down.  It does get better.  I wore the patch behind the ear for two weeks cause I stayed nauseated.  Also had a metal taste for about 10 days.  It has been 12 and half weeks since my surgery and I am very glad I had it.  I feel so much better.  Love not having to take medicine and keep mylanta everywhere I am.  Take it easy.  It does get easier.

Goodluck with  your recovery.

Tracey

Posted 5/15/2010 3:14 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome to the GERD/Heartburn Forum. I am glad you found us as I am sure you will see the support and sharing here is truly helpful and knowing others have been through what you are going through gives you hope that you will heal and things will get better.



Again glad to have you onboard.



Kindly,



Kitt
Posted 5/15/2010 7:24 PM (GMT 0)
Tracey & Kitt,

 

Thanks for the reply.  I am glad you responded and also glad I found this board. 

 

Frank ;I am 5"6 and weigh 163.  Currently, I am 8 lbs overweight and was 15 before the surgery. I don't think  being overweight was an issue for me.  I feel that way bec/ there are so many overweight, obese and mobidly obese people in the world;  why aren't all these peole needing the surgery???  Good thought to think about.  I think it genetics and stress .

 

I am sending my hubby out for the Gas X strips.. thanks for the advice.

 

Gerd11 (I nicknamed myself this bec/ Gerd has taken over my life....LOL)

 

I keep telling myself better days are ahead...

Posted 5/16/2010 12:23 AM (GMT 0)
Don't swallow the burps. Let them come out. It helps the stomach pains.
I was worried the first few days after my surgery, but I feel great now.

Remember to stay on liquids for at least two weeks while you're swelling.

Joy
Posted 5/16/2010 1:51 AM (GMT 0)

Joy,

What did you eat for the first two weeks?  I am very weak.  I had some baby food tonight ; Chix and vegetables. 

GERD11

Posted 5/16/2010 2:42 AM (GMT 0)
Gerd11, why did they say you can't burp? That would be so painful. I had my second nissen the same day as your surgery and I'm thankful I can burp. I don't know what kind of diet you are on but I'm on soft foods so over-cooked noodles, pudding, jello, pudding, oatmeal, grits, scrambled eggs, yogurt. I'm feeling pretty empty even after I eat.
Posted 5/16/2010 3:45 AM (GMT 0)

Michelle,

I told my surgeon yesterday that I feel like I have to burp a lot.  I asked him if I could and he said "no".  He said to try deep breathing instead .   The phamphlet says," try no to vomit, cough, retch or strain-this can significantly affect the healing and ultimately the effectiveness of th antireflux valve created."  Its the phamphlet with patient instructions.  The website is www.endogastricsolutions.com . The more I move or eat or anything I get this spasms where the valve is and I feel like I have to burp..I hope this goes away soon

Gerd11

Posted 5/16/2010 3:48 AM (GMT 0)

Michelle,

What procedures did you have done?  Why did your Dr. say you had to do redo and if so why does he think this happened?  Thanks.  Bec/ I am hoping I never have to do this again.

Gerd11

Posted 5/16/2010 3:57 AM (GMT 0)
Michelle,

Since we got the same surgery on the same day I am wondering if we were at the same place.

Mine was performed by Dr. Wong and Dr. Tsai was yours too?

GERD 11

Posted 5/16/2010 3:58 AM (GMT 0)
I had a floppy Nissen. I know vomiting can affect the LES but didn't know about burping. That would be hard. My surgeon think I popped a stitch or two in the wrap which made it too loose and i was getting reflux again. I had the first in Dec 09 and just had the second. He thinks I might have did too much too fast as far as lifting and whatnot. This go around is so much easier than the first. It sounds like the procedure you had has a much tougher recovery.
Posted 5/18/2010 8:50 PM (GMT 0)
hi babygirl -

can you tell me more about the 2 nissens you had? Did they take down the first completely or was it just a partial revision? Any details would be great on exactly what options existed for you prior to the second surgery and what they did?

How are you feeling now? Did it work?
thanks
Posted 5/18/2010 11:54 PM (GMT 0)
I'll found out for sure what he did at my post op appt tomorrow. I believe he did a revision. He didn't talk about other options before doing the second surgery but I'm sure there are some. I can ask him tomorrow.

As far as I'm feeling, I'm doing better as long as I don't over eat. I'm still on the ppi's. I'm still healing so it will be a few weeks before I know if the revision worked for sure.
Posted 5/19/2010 11:38 AM (GMT 0)
thanks for the quick response - hopefully you are going to be fine - if you get the chance - keep me updated - your the only person I've read who had the nissen repaired - thanks again

noah
Posted 5/20/2010 6:11 AM (GMT 0)

GERD11 said...

Joy,

What did you eat for the first two weeks?  I am very weak.  I had some baby food tonight ; Chix and vegetables. 

GERD11


gerd11 - Did you have your esophyx in Concord CA?
Posted 5/20/2010 6:16 AM (GMT 0)
I think you had Dr wong and Dr Tsai, right? How is it going? I am talking to DR Wong and am trying to decide between him and Dr Cirangle in SF who specializes in Nissens and weight loss stuff and has done Esophyx twice.

Dr Wong and Tsai say they did it 5 times so far, not much experience on the west coast with this yet. I cant do the Nissen because I alraeady have trouble swallowing so am going to try the Esophys. Most of what I have read says it either helps a little or none or it helps a lot, have not seen any long term problems written about.  

Posted 5/20/2010 4:11 PM (GMT 0)
I think you had Dr wong and Dr Tsai, right? How is it going? I am talking to DR Wong and am trying to decide between him and Dr Cirangle in SF who specializes in Nissens and weight loss stuff and has done Esophyx twice.

Dr Wong and Tsai say they did it 5 times so far, not much experience on the west coast with this yet. I cant do the Nissen because I alraeady have trouble swallowing so am going to try the Esophys. Most of what I have read says it either helps a little or none or it helps a lot, have not seen any long term problems written about.  

Yes, I did it in Concord Ca with Dr Wong and Psai. There were 3 people who had it done with me.  I am having a difficult time.  My shoulder is still very  painful from the surgery and I have had DiArrhea since the surgery which is not normal.  I was on morphine for a week bec/ of the pain.

 

Wow if I had know they only did it five times I might not have done it.

Posted 5/20/2010 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
Yes only 5 times and all on the same day. The other surgeon I have been talking to has done it only twice but he is one of the best stomach surgeons on the west coast, I am having a hard time deciding . Dr wong is not really a surgeon and Dr Tsai is listed as an eye surgeon so I thought that was a little strange. I am going to try and find someone who has done it more times in hopes that they are experienced with it. Im sure you will have the runs until you start eating solid food again. Its only been about 10 days for you so far right? Have you had to just sit at home since the surgery or have you gone back to work?
Posted 5/20/2010 5:01 PM (GMT 0)
Yes only 5 times and all on the same day. The other surgeon I have been talking to has done it only twice but he is one of the best stomach surgeons on the west coast, I am having a hard time deciding . Dr wong is not really a surgeon and Dr Tsai is listed as an eye surgeon so I thought that was a little strange. I am going to try and find someone who has done it more times in hopes that they are experienced with it. Im sure you will have the runs until you start eating solid food again. Its only been about 10 days for you so far right? Have you had to just sit at home since the surgery or have you gone back to work?

 

I wish I had done better research on the DRs.  Now I'm scared and feel like  a guinea pig. It is day 10 and I have been sitting hoem since the surgery.  I'm scared to do anything. I am afraid the stitches of whatever they put in will come out.  They said that I am not supose to lift anything over 5 lbs.  No gym for 12 weeks just walking. There is another Dr Tsai that is a eye surgeon; its a different one not the one who did the surgery.

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