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Posted 8/31/2011 2:44 AM (GMT 0)
Well went and seen my dr today to schedule my surgery.,I had both test done .My ph level was 69. so they said i had severe gerd. that surgery was the only way.well i have read post after post.they all say how they are on a liquid diet for like weeks,well this dr seems to think i can go back to work with in a week to 2 weeks,i am a med aide and work at a retirement home.and their is lifting.i asked him about the weight limit he said i should be ok in two weeks.seems like he is leaving alot of things out from what all everyone on here is saying,.wht should i be prepareing myself for.will i be able to walk up and down hallways passing meds.or will tht interferr my recovery.thanks to all.
Posted 8/31/2011 3:06 AM (GMT 0)
I just had my Nissen almost a week ago. I was walking and climbing stairs the next day (albeit verrrrry slowly). I feel pretty capable now. I go on walks with my puppy twice a day, climb the stairs in my home like I would normally. I'm not supposed to lift over 5 pounds but I feel like I'd be fine lifting more, not to say it would be a good idea. Now I'm only 22 so I might recover faster than others.
Posted 8/31/2011 5:49 AM (GMT 0)
Yeah Visl -

We should be fine! Will keep you posted as I have a whole week on
you. And like I said, if I can go through with this with my anxiety, I'm
sure you're gonna manage just fine.

We must just look forward to the results being those that allow us
freedom to eat! Lol.

Randy - can I borrow your pup. They bring so much joy don't they.

Good luck - We'll chat
Darryl
Posted 8/31/2011 3:08 PM (GMT 0)
Hi visl,

Welcome to Healing Well! Soon we'll be welcoming you to our Wrapped Club! yeah

If you haven't read my early recovery journal, it might help calm some of your fears. Here's the link:
www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=45&m=2183443

I agree that two weeks is way too soon to go back to your full duties at work. I don't understand your surgeon's thinking. You will presumably have a hernia repair, as most people who need a Nissen have hiatus hernias. Most are told not to lift over 5 pounds for (is it? Correct me if I'm wrong. It's close, though.) at least 6 weeks.

On top of that, you'll still be recovering from the surgery, and you're not going to feel all that energetic.

Perhaps you need to go to your primary care physician and get permission to stay out longer. If you do go back, it should be on limited duty.

Don't worry. You'll do just fine!
Take care,
Denise
Posted 9/1/2011 12:01 AM (GMT 0)
yeah he said that he also has to remobe the hiatus hernia/plus the full wrap,i thought this was pretty early to come back,thanks for the info.
Posted 9/2/2011 7:08 AM (GMT 0)
Any reflux problem is only masked by taking acid reducing medications,plus relief is temporary, as we age we have too little acid to digest food, surgery is an absolute last resort for anything only after every avenue has been exhausted.............I have found a website Siberian Tiger Naturals that have oils that appear to have excellent results particularly the Extra Virgin Siberian Pine Nut Oil
Also another site might be helpful

http://h-pylori-symptoms.com/h-pylori-symptoms/
Posted 9/5/2011 4:47 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Visl6,

Our time quickly approaches, Thursday for me.
We shall keep each other company in our recovery process. Right?
Good stuff.
Let me know how you feeling.

Darryl
Posted 9/6/2011 4:59 AM (GMT 0)
i wish you luck Darryl .my surgery is the fallowing thurs.so yes please let me know how you re doing .and i will take any pointers you have,i have 9 days an like freaking lol.and you have 2.best of luck and you will do great.
vista
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