Does anyone with a pacemaker have an interstim (for bowel/bladder problems) ? If so, would be interested in any issues or how it is going for you. FYI - have had my pacemaker for over 8 years and...
Have GERD, Gastritis, mild Gastroparesis, & chronic constipation for years now. Have had partial blockages as well. GI had me on 4x of Miralax daily for some time and has now put me on LInzess 145....
I had a large sliding one at age 56 (8 years ago). Any abdominal surgery - even when done laparoscopic - is a major surgery. In my case I did not have much of a choice due to the size and nature of...
Suspected during an upper GI (endoscopy) and confirmed by a barium swallow....
Have been put under 15 or so times over the past 8 years and never recalled dreaming....
My GI put me on it starting last year. It helps, does not fully eliminate all symptoms, but helps. Took over a week to feel the full effects. You still need to watch what and how much you eat. You...
Have multiple GI problems and since starting PPI's have low levels of B12 and red&white blood cell counts. Dr will be giving me B12 injections but wants me to start multivitamins w/iron. Due to GI...
Had HH surgery 5 years ago and it looks like I will be going for a second soon. What works for me (reduces but does not get rid of nausea) are as follows: 1. sucking on a plain candy, not sugar free;...
I have to drink a LOT of water due to other GI & Bladder issues. What I find works best for me is very warm water. If I need to get a change up on taste I will add a few drops of juice to it....
Mine was diagnosed after seeing a GI who did an Endoscopy & after that a Barium Swallow. The Endo showed that something was wrong but it was the Barium S that showed that I had a large sliding HH....
While it can happen - and did to me - it shouldn't be a high risk. In my case I ended up in the ER a couple of weeks prior to surgery as my stomach had completely moved above the diaphragm and had...
I find that toasted plain sourdough bread works best for me....
wedges become a real pain in the back, side, etc and slide...tried both dedicated wedges as well as an assortment of pillows. Ended up with an adjustable split bed as otherwise my better half would...