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Posted 2/13/2019 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
Day 6
Making great progress walking everyday on taking pain meds once a day. Still taking anti sickness to be safe. Eating well and can swallow like before with no pain or discomfort. Only 1 of my entry sites is sore still but nothing too bad. Wind is a constant thing but hoping it calms down. No pain anywhere else not had a single bout of heartburn. Still hurts when I cough or sneeze. Changed my bandages today and all look good and clean. My surgeon told me to remain on sloppy diet for 6 weeks which I thought was quite a long time. ? Watching plenty of movies (breaking bad ) for the 3rd time and Sopranos. Having trouble sleeping with lower back ache.is that normal?
Posted 2/13/2019 9:22 PM (GMT 0)
yes on back. my neck hurt for almost 2 weeks after op. I was on a liquid diet for 4 weeks. food, and how much to eat. that, will be a big learning curve, in search of the new normal. FOLLOW YOUR DIET. take it slow. a little at a time. as time goes on, some things work, others take work. right now stay hydrated, give yourself time to recover. good luck.
Posted 2/14/2019 9:51 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rufus
So happy you are on the road to recovery and sounds like you’re doing well.
I’m doing fine too! Had a little setback last 2 days very tired from not much protein I guess. I did inadvertently lift my 15 kg grandson onto a wall beside me and was worried I’d done something as I had a bit of shoulder pain the next day and a touch of an ache but not really heartburn but when you read everyone’s blog you see a lot of slight setbacks on this journey!😏
Were you given lift limits? I’m only to lift 5 kg first 6 weeks then 10 kg next 6 weeks.
Food wise I’m only on small amounts of mashes and purées and scrambled eggs at 4 weeks but swallow it all with sips of water so essentially liquid ( gravy is good on purées!) I think the 4 to 6 weeks liquid is fairly common practice 🙂
Hope your back stops aching. Continue your good work.
I’m enjoying some great British drama series The Crown which I’d never seen and Finding Faith at the moment.
Cheers
Rosie

Post Edited (RosieinOz) : 2/14/2019 3:00:31 AM (GMT-7)

Posted 2/15/2019 7:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rosie
I wasn’t told about any weight limits but I certainly felt it the other day when I moved my heavy Duvet! Won’t be making that mistake again. Glad to hear you are doing well too. I am finding it difficult to get comfortable at night though with constant shifting from back to sides so always feel tired.
Posted 2/21/2019 8:32 PM (GMT 0)
Day 14
Doing well but had a worry a couple of days ago where I was in bed and ‘forgot’ about my op as I was in no pain and twisted in bed and boy did I know about it! No have slight pain back and worried I’ve torn something.. also had egg mayonnaise and then had upset stomach and what felt like a bit of indigestion? Is eggs a no no? Other than that still on soups but no longer straining the bits out as able to chew and swallow ok. Am walking 2-3km a day and other than a gurgling stomach all seems good. Have been off work for 2 weeks and will probably take another off to be sure. So 3 weeks is about right? When do you know when to go back? Hope all are having a good recovery. RosieinOz how is it going with you ?
Posted 2/21/2019 9:05 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Rufus
Sounds like you’re in normal recovery mode 🙂 I’m pretty sure turning over in bed would not have caused damage. I picked up my 15 kg grandson without thinking and was worried but I think at this stage everyone has a twinge and worries about it being a problem but it’s just part of the process!
I’m 5 weeks post my Nissen Fundoplication!
I’m good, had a doctors check up yesterday and he’s really happy with my progress and reassured me that the “heartburn” I’m feeling is just nerves being inflamed as it’s all still red and sore in there at 5 weeks post Op. He explained that the nerves are so sensitive and will feel like cramps and heartburn for a while. That was reassuring!
Food wise I’m onto a cup of rissoni pasta with sauce and cheese or a small piece of fish. I chew til everything is quite liquid and sometimes drink some water to help and eat very slowly! If I go too fast it’s a bit uncomfortable but I’ve never had anything feel stuck.
I’m excited as the doc said I can begin to hit golf balls again but working my way up to full swing slowly.
From reading everyone’s post here we need patience as it’s a long haul but worth it!
Cheers
Rosie 😊
Posted 2/22/2019 9:10 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Rufus,

Eggs shouldn't be a problem. I ate a lot of soft scrambled eggs during my early weeks! At two weeks, your wrap is likely at peak swelling, so for most people there can be some pain, discomfort, and difficulty swallowing for a bit. It resolves with time.

As far as going back to work, it depends on what you do for a living. If you are expected to do a lot of lifting, it's different than if you work an office job. Your surgeon will be a good resource for that decision. Most likely, though it will be dependent on how you're feeling.

Happy healing!
Denise
Posted 2/28/2019 8:32 AM (GMT 0)
Day 21
Well it’s been 3 weeks today since my wrap op and I’m feeling great! No more bandages and all healing very well. I had spaghetti bol the other day and it went down fine. Also had Quorn Thai green curry (no rice) and also fine. Looking to go back to work Monday as in no pain now for last few days. If anyone is in two minds about whether to do this then I suggest to go for it as it really isn’t that bad, some pain and discomfort for about a week or two but what’s that when you are free to live a normal life after! Go for it. We’re here to help you through the process. Hope you (RosieinOz ) are still doing ok?
Posted 3/1/2019 9:09 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rufus it’s wonderful to hear you are doing so well!
I’m great and yes I recommend this surgery to others too!
I haven’t been quite as adventurous with food. Quantity and speed of eating seem to make a difference to how I feel. I’m going to try some well cooked meat this week.
It’s interesting how our wounds are all treated differently. I had staples for two days then the dressings stayed on for three weeks. I never felt any discomfort and I just removed the clear waterproof dressings myself. I was able to bathe and swim.
Hope you go well back at work.
Cheers Rosie
Posted 3/6/2019 8:19 PM (GMT 0)
Day 28 4 weeks post op:
Back at work and on light duties til 20th March as this when I see my surgeon. All good apart from a couple of minor issues- 1. Some bad wind pains in right chest area which was remedied with some walking.. but just today I stupidly thought I could tackle a cheese and mushroom omelette for lunch and did I know about that! Within 10 minutes I started to get cramps and have had pains and sick feeling all day.. now I know why they say - No Fried food😞 that will teach me and won’t make the same mistake again.. back to plain soups for the next couple of days..
Posted 3/6/2019 9:02 PM (GMT 0)
Rufus:

It's just as they say - slow and steady wins the race!!

Sharon
Posted 3/7/2019 9:11 AM (GMT 0)
Ah Rufus I’m learning the same lesson! Week 7 for me and today I tried a small cake but it had coconut in it so that wouldn’t work. Later I had a milk shake and forgot and used a straw I’ve had heaviness in my chest ever since so now I’ve decided to go the purée and liquids for a bit longer. Well chewed pasta and a smooth sauce seem ok but only less than a cup of anything!
I’m a bit flat at the moment, It’s just feeling like this is how it will be forever......small amounts of sloppy food and unable to eat out! I just hope everyone here is right and normal eating will eventuate! At least I have started hitting a few golf balls and I am building up some strength and walking well.
It’s so good you are finding work ok and walking helps you
Cheers
Rosie
Posted 3/13/2019 3:31 PM (GMT 0)
Week 5

Going well had a bad experience eating a banana it got stuck and felt sick with stomach cramps.. ate too fast and didn’t chew enough! Hopefully won’t put me off bananas later on .. have lost about 16lbs so far. Still no alcohol since beginning of February and feeling good. Everyone says how healthy I look which is great as sometimes you don’t feel it. Rosie hope your swing is coming on nicely 😉
Posted 3/13/2019 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
Great news, RufusIII

It's very easy to forget to still chew to an almost liquid consistency, especially when you start progressing back to a normal diet.

Sharon
Posted 3/14/2019 7:36 AM (GMT 0)
Glad you are doing so well RufusIII, what symptoms were you getting before that made you eventually go for the surgery? I keep putting it off myself, Thanks.
Posted 3/14/2019 12:36 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Macs
Well I had various symptoms over the last 20 years and finally had enough and took control rather than carrying on taking PPi’s. I ‘used’ to get ( just being able to say that is great in itself) daily indigestion especially at night which woke me up . Horrible taste in mouth. Throat burps and gurgling if laying on my left side. Odd occasion used to wake up choking as food had come up and breathed it in!that was very scary. Indigestion could get so bad I wouldn’t be able to move until it passed. When I saw the damage it was doing to my throat I decided enough was enough. It was the best decision to go ahead with the operation as now I feel great and haven’t had one bout of indigestion.
Posted 3/14/2019 2:36 PM (GMT 0)
I’m happy for you, have you got any weight restrictions giving to you and was your voice ever affected when you were dealing with the reflux? Thanks macs
Posted 3/14/2019 2:53 PM (GMT 0)
Did you have full nissen aswell?
Posted 3/14/2019 9:12 PM (GMT 0)
Yes full Nissen, no my voice wasn’t affected and I wasn’t told about weight limits but you know you can’t lift much as you are very conscious about your stomach stitches etc so are very careful. Even now after 5 weeks I only lift a bag of shopping and not anything heavier until I see my surgeon at the 6 week stage. If you do go for it then we are all here for you every step of the way 😉👍 just remember it’s a long healing process so you will need patience. But ultimately it can be life changing.
Posted 3/15/2019 7:50 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks mate yes it’s a big decision to go ahead with the surgery, I think it’s the unknown outcome that scares me. Happy for everyone who took the leap and are happy now.
Posted 3/18/2019 5:11 PM (GMT 0)
I had the TIF procedure and hiatal hernia repair last Wednesday. I must admit there's more to this whole process than I realized. I've had a few rough days but feeling much better now. This diet, though!!! Oh my goodness, I get depressed just thinking about it. I'm sticking to broths, puddings, instant mashed potatoes, sherbet, etc., but already getting tired of them. But I'm in this for the long haul because I really want this surgery to be successful. I can do this with God's help! Can anyone give me some ideas as to what you ate your first 2 weeks? Also, did you use protein powder in any way? Thanks for any suggestions you might have.
Posted 4/1/2019 9:39 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rufus111, how’s your recovery going now 8 weeks out? Eating, exercise, lifting? I had a letter today saying my meeting with surgeon has been put back from May to September as he’s retiring, pain feels like I’m starting over again I met him last year but put op off for a year should have just done it then.
Posted 4/2/2019 8:17 PM (GMT 0)
I’m in my 3rd week after surgery and experiencing terrible heartburn. Still taking Nexium and Protonix. I’m pretty discouraged, can anyone relate?
Thanks
Posted 4/6/2019 10:10 PM (GMT 0)
2 months post op.
Starting to eat normally with my first pizza going down fine. Drinking red wine, and had my first fry up breakfast this morning. Over last week I had some uncomfortable wind pains mainly at night but other than that no other niggles. Not lifted any weights or exercise much. May start biking over Easter. Still no sign of indigestion.
Posted 4/7/2019 7:32 AM (GMT 0)
Sounds like you are doing great, lost much weight?
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