One Week Post OP

Pat56

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Joined : Jun 2017

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Posted 6/16/2017 2:41 AM (GMT 0)

I had my surgery a week ago. Still not eating much, am on a liquid diet. I have alot of belching, and can only eat (drink) about 1/2 cup at a time. I am sure it will get better, how long does the discomfort last before you don't feel discomfort after you eat?

EJohn

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Joined : Jul 2014

Posts : 62

Posted 6/16/2017 3:09 AM (GMT 0)

I think a lot of it depends on age. I'm in my late 20's and after 2 weeks ago, I didn't have much pain. After 4 weeks, I had no difficulty swallowing anything and had no discomfort.

It also seems to vary a lot depending on the type of wrap (full or partial) and the individual patient.

SharonZ

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Posted 6/16/2017 12:52 PM (GMT 0)

Pat:

It definitely takes a while and what you are experiencing is quite common. Make sure you follow the post-surgery diet that you were given. If you don't have one, I used the UPMC Post-Nissen diet and I highly recommend it. Please don't expect too much, too soon, as you will be disappointed. You have to change how you eat, and must chew your food to almost a liquid before you swallow. In the next few weeks, you may experience more discomfort as your wrap reaches peak swelling.

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