... Go for it , it's no big deal , try and relax And go through the discomfort of your fears, and you'll be stronger for any future fears. That's my experience. I'm not minimizing your fear. I'm very...
I had 6 EGDs in the 25 yrs I had GERD. I had fears too, but long story made short Walking through them made me stronger For the next time. My spiritual life with therapy and support of friends and...
Sorry for delay. The physician is Ray Keate , Richmond Va Did you have the 24hr ph test. That was the clenched for my diagnosis. Good yor doing your homework to make sure you are a good candidate,...
Hi Pink, I had reflux pretty much all day. I had had it and the GI sent me to the surgeon. (20++++ yrs ppis used to work, then minimal help) The surgeon ordered UGI, gastric emptying films, and...
I'm about 6 months since my surgery. I took two weeks off and returned to work, however I work at home part time. I think if you are in generally good health and able to go with the flow, and have...
Oh, thank u for your welcomes Bill and everyone. You've helped a lot! I don't think I initially introduced myself, but I was wrapped on 8/9/13. I'm 56 yr old who had Gerd 25 or so yrs ago when u...
Me, Lois Hi friends. I can relate, I am 18 days out from NF and I have had all these challenges and concerns, thought the feeling was heartburn, but it was part of healing, I feel so happy to not be...
Hi Ian, let us know exactly when your surgery is. I am 56 yr old, and again glad I did NF. It's about 15 days since, and I was in the hospital for a total of 24 hr... At first there was some pain...
Hi, I'm 2 wks out from NF , so far I don't mind the recovery, its better than 24 hr sour stomach, or heartburn. I'd say its human to be a little scared. I was, but had lots of support, and I was at a...
75 Stringer, That's great that your doing the tests despite any fears you may have.... You're taking the stance of faith. I don't think anyone can see the whole picture, but in my case I had to learn...
Hi all, I never knew about the cold being a problem. I'm 2 wks post NF, and appreciate the experience and wisdom . im just going with the flow, everday is better than the last. Thanks, Lois...
Thank you Grams for your reply! I agree , the tomato based food was not a good choice. I did read about abstaining from tomato, but thought a little bit might be okay. I'm not going to experiment...
Hi All, Thanks for your sharing! I too had NF on Aug. 9th. Recovery going pretty good, some dysphagia, and pain with swallowing thicker foods I've tried, some pressure and pain with swallowing ..then...