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Posted 10/21/2015 9:52 AM (GMT 0)
Had a 180degree fundoplication yesterday after 5 years of Gerd. Symptoms had easier over last few months so wasn't 100% sure I needed it but looking back at test results of 40% reflux at night and 2mm pressure at LES decided to go for it. Afterwards surgeon said that I had also developed a hernia and valve very loose so definitely required.
After op, woke up with very painful shoulders This eased over 12 hours by regularly moving them in circles etc while awake. Drinking fluids ok although burbing quite a bit which is good but also uncomfortable.
Pain wise 24hrs later is virtually nil and have only taken 2 paracetamol. Pretty tired mind u
Was also nice to wake without a throat full of muck this morning
So far pretty good :-)
Posted 10/21/2015 11:05 AM (GMT 0)
Congratulations on your Fundo......I had mine two years and seven months ago and have not regretted it for a minute. I hope your recovery is fast and that you get on with your life without looking back except to see how far you have come since those old days.
Posted 10/23/2015 10:08 PM (GMT 0)
Day3. Burping ok although painful. Managing to drink soup, ice cream etc but very bored of the diet. Tried scrambled egg but wasn't easy. No stomach pain although occasional cramps but still getting painful shoulders which are tiring. Walked a mile or 2 today which really helps. Can't wait to chew a sweet and eat meat or a proper meal
Posted 10/24/2015 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hope your recovery goes well. What where your symptoms before surgery? Did you get much relief on PPIs?
Posted 10/24/2015 10:06 PM (GMT 0)
I just had mine on the 14th. The shoulder pain is from the carbon dioxide that they pump in you. It will go away in a few days. Walking is really helpful as is a heating pad. Best of luck as you continue recovering.
Posted 10/25/2015 3:10 PM (GMT 0)
Well shoulder pain has at last eased and am eating without too much burping now. yesterday (4 days since op) managed noodles without difficulty and today weetabix and some cheesecake. Did a bit of work around the house and tummy feels a little delicate so afternoon in front of tv required. But haven't taken a PPI in 5 days and no reflux which is great.

Symptoms before were 5 years of reflux. It started quite suddenly (and fiercely) after 2 weeks of heavy partying on holiday and steadily got worse. Sometimes woke up with mouth full of muck. Particularly miserable mornings after a coffee or breakfast. PPI stopped the acid but not the reflux. Test showed average of 2mm pressure at LES and a Dempster score of 46 with several hours of solid nocturnal reflux. no hernia seen on endoscope but when had the op 2 years later it had developed.

Overall am pretty pleased and only day 4 fingers crossed that I will be able to enjoy a pint and roast beef by christmas! Going to try a very gentle jog or cycle early next week
Posted 10/26/2015 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
Day 6and have managed cottage pie, cheesecake, slag carbonara and syrup sponge pudding. Can't believe going so well. No acid. Only pain is occasionally shoulder ache and a little bloating/full feeling. Very please with the outcome
Posted 10/26/2015 11:42 PM (GMT 0)
Glad to hear it. Just a warning that the pain usually gets bad around the 1 1/2- 2 week mark as the wrap is swollen.
Posted 10/30/2015 12:41 PM (GMT 0)
Great stuff Sailor Sam I had mine done on the 27/10/15 full wrap glad to hear that things are going so well for you as this goives me great hope I am on day 3 today and am also hoping that a nice few pints of Guinness might be enjoyed at Christmas but I am not as optimistic as I was before the op.
I now feel that this is going to be a difficult road going forward
Posted 11/1/2015 6:48 PM (GMT 0)
Day 12 update. Physically pretty good. Been out and about doing normal stuff including laying a new wooden floor etc Perhaps a bit more tired than normal still but otherwise ok.
Eating still problematic. Particularly last 2 days. Couldn't swallow scrambled egg this morning and huge pain when it got stuck. Back to soup for a couple of days I reckon. Still am managing a glass or two of wine without any problem and absolutely no reflux. Cough has completely gone after years
Posted 11/1/2015 7:40 PM (GMT 0)
You've hit the really rough spot in recovery, go back to soup. Take small bites and know that it will improve. Best of luck
Posted 11/7/2015 8:29 AM (GMT 0)
Yep last few days less good. Went back to soup and was quite uncomfortable with tummy swollen. Better yesterday and managed moussaka with little difficulty. Tried a sip of beer but too gassy even though it was a real ale. Good news is no reflux
Posted 11/7/2015 1:57 PM (GMT 0)
I'm glad you are feeling a little better. No reflux is always good news.
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