Texas, Two weeks is the peak of the swelling, it will take awhile longer for the swelling to officially go down. I am at week 5 post op and almost all of the way back to normal. The best way to tell...
I gave coffee a shot this morning after not having it for some time, I must say: not impressed. I'm sticking with tea :) I'm not sure about swimming, but I'm guessing once wounds are healing soundly....
Hi all! I noticed we all have questions on when we are able to do things post wrap. I figure we could have a thread focused on that. Here are a few of my 'When Can I?' questions. I understand I could...
Hi Ann, I didnt have the sensation before the surgery. The best way to describe it is you know sometimes after a good cry you have quick breaths to calm down? I do that. The quick breaths part....not...
Hi Ann, I don't have any more heartburn. The only new complaint is an odd sensation i get in my chest area that prompts me to take a big breath. It happens a few times throughout the day. I know my...
I did a long icing last night and feel much better today. Still taking it easy with soft foods. :)...
For nutrient fixes, try juices made by Naked. They are found over near most produce areas in the grocery store. They are great when I can't get one of my vitamins down. Also, I LOVE coconut water,...
It's been a couple of weeks since I had my wrap (3 weeks) and here's my experience: Week 1: Moderate pain, but tolerable. Constipation for 8 days. Week 2: Shoulder pain subsided. Had a hard time...
Hi rebric, I had my wrap and hernia fixed on 8/8 and just hit the one week mark. I do well with pudding, but take small bites. I notice if I overdo it with too big of bites/sips of anything, I get a...
Hello all! I had my Nissen surgery and Hiatal Hernia fixed this past Monday. It went great and the only pain I had thereafter was in my shoulders and my back. I am unsure why my back hurts so much,...
I have to be at the hospital tomorrow morning at 0545hrs for my wrap. I'm anxious, excited, nervous, calm....a bundle of emotions. After much anticipation: the day is here!!! I'll send updates on the...
Juicing does wonders! I have a cheaper model, too. I have juice every morning with coconut water and add whichever fruits/veggies are in season that won't have a bad reaction with me. Carrots and...
Dan, Thank you for posting this! I embark on my wrap in 6 days. Blenders/juicers will likely be my saving grace. Hope that chest pain subsides and you are on a great path to recovery! Keep us posted!...
As I read this, Take It Easy is on the radio! (It's a sign!) Glad to hear about your wrap and hope the next few weeks go quickly and as comforting as possible. Sorry to hear about the experience with...
I'm so excited to read this thread!!! I am big on alternative means for healing our bodies. Although it is nessary for me to have the surgery done (next week), I went off of the Nexium because I am...
Hi Honeylamb, You can have cold water, but not iced. For caffeine fixes, you can do herbal teas (it is suggested throughout many of these threads). Although having some raw fruits and veggies is...
Jesse- Hang in there! Tomorrow's Tuesday, so you will have about 6 days to enjoy until another Monday rolls around. :P Improve your Monday by starting off with a good breakfast and a workout. Best...
Honeylamb, I'm wondering about going into a pool/lake, too. I have an appt tomorrow morning and will ask some of these questions. Soda is definitely off limits post-recovery, I do know that answer....
Gregg, Best of luck tomorrow! I'm a week behind you on the surgery, so I'll follow in your shadows. Will be thinking of you and hope for a great recovery! Be Well, Emily...
Oh I am a big sushi fanatic! My last meal before the Nissen next week is sushi dinner :) Definitely stay clear of the wasabi, but ginger is a digestive aid and sometimes has a little kick to it....
You're very welcome! Best of luck on your endeavor! Keep us posted on the progress. -Emily...
Hi John! I just spoke with a good friend who was in the Recruiting world for many years. I explained your situation to him and his advice is the following: -If you are currently on medications, you...
You're very welcome, I'll talk with some folks in the next few days. I joined without knowing I had GERD. When you join, you aren't required to bring in your medical records unless it was for a major...
Also, it never raised a flag when I was put on Nexium while mobilizing for my deployment or even when I brought in my medical documentation for GERD. We had soldiers on medications while at Basic...
I am Active Duty and have GERD. I was diagnosed with it about a year ago, but even deployed while taking Nexium. My heartburn has been hit or miss for the past 12 years, but this past year alone it...
Halloween, My surgery is August 8th, so I'm preparing to be prepared. We just bought a juicer/food processor combo and I'm finding some great juices/smoothie recipes online. Vitamins haven't been so...
Hi Couchtater and thank you for the response!! I'm not a TV person, but I love my cooking shows, so I'm guessing during my two week recovery I'll have to resort to a lot of books. ;) I wasn't sure...
Hi all! Still relatively new to this site, but it's great to read everyone's stories and experiences. I have undergone all of the tests and met with a great bariatric surgeon in regards to the...
Hi All! I read about 2 hours worth of posts and unfortunately, am glad others are out there with the same problems as me. I don't feel so alone! I've had the barium swallow, endoscope, monometry and...