I am 32 and had the surgery in NO. I too suffered since I was a teenage. My age never came to play when discussing the surgery. I n fact I think taking PPIs forever would be more of a danger since...
Hi Allison, I am 32 and had the surgery in NOV. I felt back to my ole self in 4 weeks and I even ad bronchitus through it. I went back to work after 2 weeks but it was a short week due to...
My procedure which was done on Nov 6th, ended up being $19,873.00. I had one night in the hospital. That covered the hopsital bill, the surgeon bill and the anethesiologiests. Thankfully I have good...
My surgeron told me I couldnt ever get pregnant because he had a girl that did and it caused so much pressure on the wrap that it did burst. So I would really talk to your surgeon about this. I had...
They make bed risers that will rise it the 4-6 inches you need. I got mine at linens and things. Its kinda like sleeping on a ski slope but it helps!...
Glad you called the doctor! You should be able to burp pretty soon I would think. I think it was a week post opt but little ones not the ones that come from deep down in your stomach. I called the...
Hi Mr. T, Well my procedure doesnt sound anywhere near what you had done. I was in the hospital for 1 night. They gave me Jello/Soup at the hospital. I didnt do any solids for at least a week and...
Hi Helen, Well I was forced to eat solids because I was getting dizzy and weak and my surgeon said I needed to add more solids. I was able to do one meal a day and I am up to 3, 4 weeks post opt....
Yes, I had just the full wrap no other repairs. I have noticed as well that it seems like more often than not people are getting hernia repairs as well....
No I had it lyperscoptically so my recovering is quicker. What were your symtons before the procedure? I am almost 4 weeks post opt and other than the swelling I am great. I did get a case of...
Well when I threw it up it was onlybecause it was stuck where the new valve is and couldnt get through. I am not sure about really throwing up, stomach contents. If I ever feel nausea I take teh...
I took 2 weeks, I thought I was going to be ok with one but I went with the surgeons advice and took 2. Glad I did!...
Yes I hope I have learned my lesson on chewing. I have had things stuck before an dit woudl go down but this just wouldnt and I couldnt breath. Yes I did throw up but not the kidn that comes at the...
So when does this swelling go down? I think they say it takes 21 days to aquire a habit and this chewing thing is something I really have to think about. I have had a few things go slowly painfully...
I just had the surgery 3 weeks ago and was scared too beacuse I read some of the stories but most of them were from 10 years ago. I only found this website when I was looking up post opt. The surgery...
Ive lost 15 my surgeon said 10-15 is normal and didnt want me to lose anymore, I was getting weak and dizzy so I am adding stuff to my diet....
HI, I had the nissan done Nov6th. I had a chronic cough for 15 years that is now gone. Today I had a very scary thing hapen , I got a piece of hamburgetr stuck and I had to cough it up which I did...
So the pain has subsided and after talking to the nurse I think the hambuger got lodged before the wrap, water didnt make it go down so I retched and the water and burger came up. No blood or...
Well my phelm issues ended up being a case of Bronchitus just what I need. I knew it probably woudl because I had a cold before the surgery and I wasnt strong enough to fight it. What concerns me...
Oh it will be way down the road if I try soda. I agree about pacing yourself. You know garlic isnt on the bad list but it sure bothered me, is it conciered a spicy food?...
I was told that I coudl throw up but it was very important that I didnt because the retching would have a good possibility of tearing the wrap. That is why they give you a permanent prescription for...
another day-how did you know when to try soda. He said that since I am only burping at the upper portion it wouldnt be enough to let it out. Can you burp from your stomach area? I think I might be...
I had my post opt today and the last I hopefully will see of doctors or hospitals for a long while. ' Yesterday I had a bad dizzy spell and blurred vision. I spoke to the doctor and he feels like I...
Has anyone experienced dizziness and blurry vision? Mine started when I took the dog out for a very short walk but he saw somethng and I had to pull to get him back home. He is only 35 lbs so it...
Babytooth, Welcome. as far as the gas bloat, I have found gas-x to be helpful. I also try not to consume too much at one time or I will feel very nauseas and bloated. This week I was able to eat more...
HI Happilywrapped, Your right different doctors different ways. I have an appt on Nov 28th so I will ask him. I have a feeling though if you really overdid it during the healing process you would...
Happily Wrapped-regarding the no no list? I am a bit confused as my surgeeon who does this at least twice a week said I can eat whatever I want from now on, obviously during the recovery period it...
Glad you dont feel bloated. I have the same issue, only little tiny burps if I am drinking water. Your right I cannot gulp or it is painful. I havnt tried drinking anything else because I like water....
HI Porclein Doll, Do you think it could also be some bloating issues since so far I can only get out tiny burps. I could see how that could be painful. My surgeron told me I wouldnt ever be able to...
HI Porcelein Doll, Sorry you are still having chest discomfort. Glad you are getting your appetite back. What is this about some lady going into the ER, did she choke? Or just eat too much? How could...
Hi Porcelien doll, Your right I was rushing it but I didnt have the swelling the 1st week so I thought I wouldnt have it at all. WRONG!!! No more pills or bananas for me!!! I go back to work tomorrow...
Hi Alycarr, I am on my 2nd week post opt and have lost 12 lbs. I know when I get my appetite back it will come back pretty quick. Althought I used to inhale food and this surgery will make me not do...
They did give me a sheet but I guess I figured a banana would be considered a soft food. I am not going to try sodas for a long time and your right I can live without that becaue the benefits outway...
Has any of yall that are way into the recovery stage tried soda? They said to stay away so I have. What would it do if I tried it not that I am going too. I am willing to give up soda forever but...
HappilyWrapped-ok no pills, I guess I was pushing it but I didnt have the swelling at 1st. I havnt damaged my wrap though have I? I just about choked though, not good! Back to liquid I go. The bubble...
Hi All, Prcelien doll, the doctor did say my age, 31, would help me recover faster. I have dealt with gerd since age 16 and it was only 2 years ago that anyone figured out it was gerd. The chornic...
Other than the nausau and no slep doing well. The gas pockets are gone thank goodness and no more major pain. The scars are a bit tender especiallywith the lap belt, I got to drive yesterday. A...
Thanks Tammy, I am 8 days post opt nissen so thi has really helped me. Has anyone had trouble sleeping? I am, and I can fall asleep at a drop of the hat! I can take naps and be asleep in ten minutes...
It is very normal for gerd to be especailly bad at night. Have you tired not sleeping till 3 hours after your last meal. Have you tried bed risers? They help some it is a gravity thing, it can keep...
Barbara-that is exactly how i found the thread, I put into Google postopt nissen. I couldnt beleive there were 8 pages of good info from people that had had this surgery from 2003 on. I manely...
Hi Everyone, tomorrow will be a week from my surgery. I am doing alot better than I thought I would. I had a small bowl of pasta on Sat because I have been denied it so long. I was soo careful to...
Yes Vicoten comes in a liquid form. I had the 1st successful day of just liquid Advil yesterday. I do not like how loppy the Vicotin makes me feel. They had me fill it before I even went into the...
Hi, I happened to do a search for postopt Nissen, I had the surgery on Tuesday 11/06. Im 31 and have had a chronic cough since age 16. They always thought it was due to my allergies and post nasal...