You are very welcome! I'm back at work and having veggie smoothies for lunch daily....
Hi, I had a Nissen re-do on August 19 (laparoscope with a large hernia repair). The first thing I found out was that my original procedure done a year and a half ago by a different surgeon was in...
Thanks for you kind words. Surgery is Aug 19th. Will post after I get home....
I had Nissen Fundoplication surgery almost two years ago as a result of years of GERD, Hiatal hernia and grade C esophagitis. I am severely allergic to Proton Pump Inhibitors so none of the available...
I went home with Hydrocodone elixir for pain after my Nissen. I also take blood pressure medicine. I crush the tablet and take with a teaspoon of applesauce with no problems. My doctor has told me to...
Hi Rsarj, This is just my opinion but the first thing I would do is find another physician if this one acts put upon because you ask questions. I had GERD and hiatel hernia and did have Nissen but...
I had Nissen on Monday March 12th and was home the next day. The first two days I ate broth, jello, lemon ice, water and apple juice. Here are some other foods that I have had no trouble with: -Beef,...
I did bump up my exercise, concentrating on strengthening my core muscles. However, I was told to discontinue any vitamins, supplements, aspirin and herbs two weeks before surgery. All the best!...
Hi Stuart, I had Nissen yesterday and am at home today. I am very surprised by how good I am feeling because I was prepared to be in significant pain today. When I first came out of recovery I had...
PPI-Less if you're still having insurance troubles, you might research TIF clinical trials. When I first heard of TIF it was at a seminar in Houston. At that meeting, the doctor mentioned that some...
I am supposed to have surgery late March. My doc said an overnight stay in the hospital unless I am experiencing nausea and/or heaving in which case they would keep me until everything settles down....
My triggers include almost anything processed whether cold cuts, chips or pastries. So, in addition to those things, I have eliminated carbonated drinks, coffee, cruciferous veggies, anything fried,...
I've gone thru the entire family of PPI's only to discover I'm severely allergic to every single one -- I get muscle aches and a bloody/blistery rash. I've been dealing with GERD for most of the past...
After suffering major anxiety over the manometry study, I finally had it this morning. I wanted to share the experience openly and honestly for those who may be stressed out over it. I had it done at...