I also experienced this very early on. I don't remember how many days, but it shouldn't last too long. Feel better soon! Stacey...
I had the Nissen done Jan 18, 2010. I have no problems at this point. I would not go into the surgery lightly. As any surgery, it can have complications. I had a hard time with the liquid diet, but...
I'm not sure what problems you are having. I had my Nissen Wrap in January of this year. It definately fixed what it what supposed to. However, I have been suffering ever since with what is likely...
I'm so sorry that you are going through this. I am looking for answers myself. I have only been suffering for a few months, but already don't want to leave the house. I have a lot of pain with this...
I had the nissen fundo due to a very large paraesophageal hernia. Tests showed GERD, but I was without symptoms from it. Best of luck! Stacey...
I think I will give the hypnosis a try. I will start looking for one in my area. The florastor doesn't seem to be working any better than other probiotics that I've tried. I really felt like this was...
Thanks Shawn! I really took that vicodin as a last resort. I will be more careful. The doctor took me off the symax and called in a RX for florastor. That is just a probiotic, I think. I'm thinking...
Thank you Shawn. I appreciate the input. I think I will have to talk to my doctor. This medicine does seem to work - or at least help. But the side effects are almost more than I can stand. I've been...
I have been taking this symax duotab for about a week. It seems to bring some relief and especially helps with the diareah. I am having a hard time dealing with the side effects. My side effects have...
I'm sorry to hear about your mother. My dad is fighting this right now, but he is still living with my mother. It pains me so much each time I visit, because I really miss him. Sending you good...
So sorry that you are having so much trouble. I am using valium. I hate that I need it, but at this time it seems necessary for me. I am in San Antonio. I don't know if that is where you are from,...
So sorry Michelle. I followed your story as I was recovering myself. I do wish you well! Stacey Wrapped 1/18/10...
Hope you are doing better VERY soon. I'm sure the worst of it is behind you. Hang in there! Stacey...
The only thing that has ever given my dad enjoyment is working and making money. I know it's very sad and I hope that we can find new things together to enjoy. He is trying to keep things more simple...
I do have a POA, but don't yet feel like I should take it all away. He is giving in somewhat to some of the things the doctor wants him to do. He is limiting his activity (by choice). And we've put...
I did have some trouble at around that time. At first it was nothing but loose, but later I had some constipation. I used the miralax (on the advice of my doc) and that worked very well. Good luck!...
Thank you for sharing this in your time of grief. Stacey...
I am so sorry hun. Bless your heart. Stacey...
Best of luck to you Pinecones! Hoping you will feel so much better! Stacey...
Alcie may be right, because I had no trouble with foods before the surgery. Wishing you the best! Stacey...
Most times I don't have any recollection of the OR. Most times they sedate you so well before they even take you in. This part you should not worry about at all. I know they will keep you very...
I'm only a couple months out, but I haven't experienced any regression in the foods I can eat. I hope that you'll be able to check in with the doctor. Even if you can't afford testing now, the advice...
So sorry to hear of your pain. I hope that you are able to find some peace. (((hugs))) Stacey...
This sounds like a tough way to go through the last weeks of your senior year. So sorry you are having this trouble. I'm sure the doctor will approve the amount of time that you will need to be off...
You will have to take it easy for awhile. I think it was 7 or 8 weeks before my energy level was back to normal. I'm sure this varies by person. I actually went to the ER with the shoulder pain. It...
I have been away this week. I am so sorry that your dad is worse. I hope that things will improve at home. Bless your heart. Stacey...
You are so kind Kitt! And this board is so helpful to so many! Stacey (Nissen 1/18/2010)...
I had the Nissen Wrap Jan 18, 2010. Have recovered pretty well. Still not enjoying eating very bready things, although I can. I just feel an unusual feeling in my throat. Still have some gassy...
Hang in there! Thinking of you.... Stacey...
Hi there! I did have the Nissen almost 7 weeks ago. I found the initial diet after surgery difficult. That may be because I was completely unprepared for it. I have not had any need to vomit, but my...
Jewels, You do NOT deserve to hear this from your mother. She must not be quite well. Just know that you are good & worthwhile. Hang in there....
It has done wonders for my mother. Everyone reacts differently. It's worth a try. Also, hope it isn't related....
I am glad to hear that the Ativan is helping. Hang in there....
I am saving your response Jamiee to look over and ponder in the difficult times. Such wonderful advice and needed by so many of us. I am so inspired by you. Cass, you CAN do this. Some days are so...
I'm so sorry for the trouble you are having with your dad. My dad is in an earlier stage of Alzheimer's. I wish that I could say something to help. Best of luck to you all. Stacey...
Depression knows no age. I am having difficulties myself; I'm 46. Just different problems at our age. You are going through very hard times. See if you can't find one or two positives in your life,...
Terri, I had this surgery done as an inpatient. I was able to leave very early the next morning, but it does seem like there is some benefit to the overnight monitoring. I would be more comfortable...
I did have a cat scan where they used contrast. It confirmed what was seen on the Upper GI and the EGD, but did not shed a new light on anything. Does that help? Stacey...
Honestly, my energy level was low for the first 3 weeks. Probably due to not being in the best shape and not getting the necessary nutrients on the liquid diet. The doctor gave me the okay for...
So glad about the asthma Michelle. Wonderful! I've been a sufferer of asthma (not GERD related) since I was an infant. I know it always feels good to breathe. You guys are a little ahead of me, but...
People are NOT immediately incompetent upon diagnosis of Alzheimer's. It is difficult to tell sometimes, as in our case. Some of the person's brain may be failing while other parts are not so...
Loner, I was just your age 20, when I lost my grandmother. Loved her more than anyone else in the world. It was probably the worst time of my life. I felt VERY unreal and I know that is such a...
Feel better Joy! Hope you are staying home now....
Nat You may need to try different meds before you find what works. Keep in contact with your doctor so that s/he can make changes. I have not had this reaction myself, but everyone is so different....
I forgot to address the food chewing. At 3 weeks, when I introduced soft foods I had to take very small bites and chew for a LONG time. At 5 weeks, I chew longer than I used to but it is gradually...
I think that everyone is a little different regarding this surgery, but I can tell you about mine. Technically I did have GERD, but no symptoms. I had to have this surgery due to a VERY large...
I have to tell you that I had a sucessful Nissen on 1/18/10. I really have no side effects. I am 5 weeks out now. I'm really back to an ALMOST normal diet. The recovery diet was really hard for me,...
Susan, Is there a way to get your dad's pastor to check on him from time to time? I wonder if it would make you feel better if someone (other than your sister) could give you an unbiased assessment...
Susan, I do hope that someone else will have more practical help for you - some way of getting him out of your sister's house. I suppose I was not encouraging in that regard. :( Stacey...
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of your situation. My father also has alzheimer's. It is just a horrible disease. It has been difficult watching his decline and I expect that the worst is yet to come....