You’re probably facing the biggest challenge of your life so far, but by going on a healthy plant-based diet, I believe you’re on the right track to a healthier life. I always feel better when I...
Thanks Susie. That’s an excellent suggestion....
Thanks Steve. He’s trying so hard to hold onto control even though he’s slipping. He’s in a bad mood all the times and wants to dominate me and everyone else he encounters. I know he can’t control...
Driving with Alzheimer’s. Yesterday my husband drove up to our local drivers Ed school, that is state certified, took a test, passed it, and now has a certificate from them that states he’s able to...
Hahaha. That’s funny. All they’ve ever done is cause problems for their dad....
I’m back after a second round of neuropsych testing for both of us. My husband has Alzheimer’s and my results were normal but showed a high level of depression and anxiety. We’re rocking along but I...
Lynnwood, in all of my years of leaning on this forum, you’re the consistent knowledgeable voice I can always count in being here. My lupus has been quiet for years and has recently become more...
I need to do this. The fact that I haven’t thought of doing so is a testament to my advanced years....
In January My husband had a serious fall That resulted in a bad brain injury. Then resulting neck surgery this summer. We’re elderly and have both been experiencing what I consider to be fairly...
Thanks Snoopy. I believe you are correct....
I neglected to mention pins & needles and numbness in my hands and feet, and I have become incontinent during the past year. Don’t know what any of this means, nor whether any of it is related....
Hi! I’m a 71 year old female and haven’t posted on HW for some time. Was active on the Lupus forum for years till my lupus went quiet. Have been on the fibromyalgia forum for severe fibromyalgia. I...
I’m happy to hear that it has worked for you. I love that I no longer have cravings....
This diet is for weight loss and the prevention of heart disease. Trust my doctor....
My internist, who’s also a board certified lipidologist, has a weight loss clinic as part of her practice. Over the years I gained so much weight from prednisone and inactivity, so after having tried...
Sherrine, I couldn’t agree more. I’ve been seeing an internist for over 20 years. She recently went back to school and became board certified as a lipidologist, which is great for me as I’m 69. A few...
That makes me so sad. And I’m so sorry for your losses, Lynwood. You were so close to many of the people here....
I’ve been reading about gas x so I guess I’ll pick up a bottle. When I have chest pain of any kind, I always think about my heart, so I appreciate the suggestion. My doctor’s office called today...
I’m 1 month past my hiatal hernia nissen fundoplication surgery. The first month went well with no surprgises. Have been on a liquid diet. Two days ago I ate 4 or 5 Fig Newtons, taking tiny bites and...
I also had a rough time with the manometry. It took 2 people and 4 tries, plus a great deal of gagging before it finally went down & at that point I did my hardest to meditate through the swallows....
the test your new doctor prescribed will not do any damage, but rather will help tell your doctor what is wrong. The only way you'll get relief is by (1) finding out what's wrong (which entails...
That is great news. Your patience, good dr's advice, and going back to a liquid diet really helped. We simply cannot get impatient and expect miracles immediately after this major surgery....
My gallbladder surgery was years before, so in my case, no. I'm unaware if was given morphine, but was not given a morphine pump. Hydrocodone every 4 hours. My hernia repair and Nissen was...
My internal medicine specialist went back to school & recently became a Board Certified Lipidologist. She still practices as an internal medicine doc but her practice is moving towards lipids,...
My surgery was sept 1, or one week ago today. My HH measured 7cm at the EGD, but must have grown between then and the surgery. My stomach & diaphram had been pushed way up past the esophagus & the...
Your recovery period is inspiring. I'm a week out & having no trouble swallowing but the pain in my left side is unbearable. I'm taking hydrocodone 15 mg every 4 hours but nothing for breakthrough...
My nissen fundoplication and hernia repair are scheduled for this Friday. On the one hand I'm excited to get rid of my 7 cm hernia that has bothered me for 47 years. I've been housebound and...
It sounds like you're sleeping on your stomach. When my pain is severe, I sleep on my stomach, on a wedge, with two pillows under my sternum. For some reason, being on my stomach with pillows putting...
Mine started when I was 21 and weighed 118. I suggest you purchase a bottle of gaviscon and take it as directed. It's a liquid antacid that will coat your stomach. its true, PPI's are not good for...
I tend to agree, Mark. My surgeon had told me that he would only do a partial if my motility wasn't real good. I suspect another factor in the success of the surgery is the surgeon himself or...
My nissen fundlication is scheduled for Sept 1. My motility is good. The reflux test showed that I scored a 40, when 14 or less is considered normal. I doubt that 40 is out of this world hi but don't...
Teddy, we're the same age and I also feel completely depleted. I've been battling lupus for years, and this added complication of a (suddenly) worse hernia has slowed down my already slow life. But I...
My lungs are fine except for the asthma I developed last year. No lung problems related to GERD, that goodness. I'm glad you're doing what you need to do to get your situation figured out & under...
I had my two tests run yesterday to check for motility & reflux & was told by the tech that my motility looks good. She expects the surgeon to have the results by next Monday & im ready to be on my...
I understand that scary feeling. It's what I felt when my lifesaver, Green Lizard was all of a sudden going to cost $750.00. Have you tried a generic gaviscon tablet? A Walmart, CVS, or Walgreen...
What should I expect the day of my motility test?...
I just read a thread started by tewabear123 documenting his 4 month recovery & thought of you. It might help to read it & see what his recovery was like....
Was your body in good shape before your surgery? ( with the exception of asthma and the problems related to your surgery). Or was it depleted from being the one who takes care of everyone. How has...
The tests prior to my Nissen Fundiplication are next Wednesday & I have a couple of questions. My surgeon has instructed me to take no ppis, antacids, Gaviscon, or anything that will reduce the acid...
I'm happy to hear that you're doing so well, Texfrog. It gives me hope. I have confidence in my surgeon, who comes highly recommended by nurses and doctors, and I don't doubt that the quality of the...
Thank you. I'll check that out right away....
Kayla that's good to know. How long did it take you to feel normal again? I have a quilting retreat six weeks after the surgery and it's important to me to be able to go. I'll be able to lie down &...
I did quite a bit of research prior to choosing my surgeon and was pleased after having met him. I'm waiting to get in to take the ph test & manometry tests and immediately afterwards will have the...
Celerity-dad, I'm encouraged by your comments. I have a consult with a surgeon in a week & im pretty sure he's going to recommend surgery & I dread it, but if it will take care of a life of problems,...
Singersarah, I've spent my entire adult life worrying about lifting things. Last week I babysat my 1 1/2 year old grandson who wasn't feeling well & the little guy kept reaching up for me to pick him...
My first hiatal hernia "attack" happened when I was 21. I'm now 68, & though over the years I did a pretty good job of containing problems with it, it has finally gotten out of control. My recent EGD...
Butterflake, hi old friend. So sorry about your knee pain. Hopefully the knee replacement will turn you into a new woman. My friends who have had it are so happy to be pain free. Thankfully I'm still...
Darjman, my HH started bothering me when I was 21 & im now 68. It's 7 cm & im investigating surgical options too. First, yoga has been wonderful for me, but I'm very careful about making changes to...
There are a couple of things you can do before you see your doctor and have an endoscopy. You can purchase a "wedge" at a medical supply store or on amazon and put it at the head of your bed under...
Fibro is a difficult disease to handle because there's no pill that will make it go away. I used to take a narcotic to ease the pain but weaned myself off of it because i didn't want to become...