I do that some, too. Meh. Thanks, though....
I think it's safe to say everyone knows that with reflux, it pays to stay elevated, whether you use a wedge or put the head of your bed up on blocks. I use a wedge and have my bed elevated, but I...
Thanks, Minnesota. Good to see you!...
Caffeine isn't good for sufferers of reflux and sugar isn't good for anybody, so what would be a good source of energy for me? I'm dragging today....
It could vary by provider. I would recommend contacting said provider if a week has passed....
I guess I'm trying to shed more weight to have a second Nissen done. I can't live like this. Glad all is well!...
Sharon, Went back to reference my Nissen re-do thread and realized I hadn't checked on you after your surgery. You OK? I finally e-mailed Bill to see what he thinks about my situation. No one else...
I'm inclined to say it's just stuck. Steak and things of that consistency are pretty tough to get down for a lot of people, wrapped or not. I would avoid it for the foreseeable future and just keep...
I only saw Nissen diagrams until semi-recently. The pics are so... gross! Keep plugging!...
Thanks, all. I've heard the bipolar diagnosis here, but usually associate it with the mania, which I don't have. I'm VERY moody, Karen. I can have a block of 3-4 days that are basically the same and...
I'm told this is a thing. Is anyone familiar?...
I've been meaning to reply. I had to look up ventral hernia. Geez. Best of luck....
I've had that, too, Sharon. Thick liquid, right?...
All this information is gold, sir. Remember, it takes 20 minutes for the stomach to communicate that it's full to our brains which makes overeating so easy. I had some swallowing issues after getting...
We're definitely trying to avoid another one, Sharon. Oh, how I regret the first. I met a dude here years ago that had three named Bill. I think I still have his number and could give him a call. How...
Eat slowly and watch the overeating for sure. I'm glad you're doing well....
Just to piggyback on Sharon's response: the emptying studies are often inconclusive which makes me wonder why to even bother with it. With me, liquids emptied slower than solids, which was... odd....
Folks, I'm curious if anyone has had a wrap re-do and how your recovery went. I have heard the second surgery is much more difficult than the first. I have a recurring hiatal hernia and it is...
Apple cider vinegar helps some, I believe....
Labradorite , welcome to the wonderful world of anxiety! :( I appreciate the words. Some health issues have me in a constant state of dismay, so it's persistent and they may always be there. I'm...
Hi, folks. Long time, no see. This one is short and sweet. I acknowledged being in a good mood this morning and because I acknowledged it, I realized that isn't me and was quickly reminded of my...
Lacey, You have my empathy with reflux and the rest. I wouldn't wish it on anyone. To answer your question, I certainly believe the two are related. A mind/body connection can also exist. Imagine...
1. I wish I could physically run. 2. What am I going to do? 3. Will that special someone find me? 4. I can't eat so much anymore. 5. I wish I felt alive. 6. Life's a fix. 7. When will I get to...
Karen , hello there. I remember you. Thank you for your reply. I guess the now seems so fleeting. I know some go for living in the now, some go day by day, and then there's me. I don't know how to...
Hi, folks. So I'm one of those people that is a good complainer, but bad at action. I think it's fair to say everyone gets bored or can get bored with about anything they do. Whether it's the gym,...
Alice, It is believed to be paraesophageal unfortunately; pretty frightening as they're so much less common than sliding. Unlike a inguinal, I can't tell when this one gets larger, slides, etc. Sigh....
I figured out on my own I did have a barium swallow May 2018. At the time, the hernia was apparently classified as 'small', so it's become 'large' in six months or whatever....
Alcie, I did see a surgeon recently and looked up his credentials again. He is a thoracic surgeon. He also feels weight loss is paramount. A message has been sent to my PCP to see if I had a barium...
Thanks, Alcie. I do go for the couch sometimes because elevation seems much easier. I have my recliner barely at a tilt even and have it next to a wall. I put a pillow between my head and the wall,...
Hi, folks. Long story short: Nissen in '13, recurring weight gain, Nissen failed, recurring hiatal hernia. Gastric emptying shows normal emptying for solids and slightly slower for liquids. Endoscopy...
tde, I appreciate the reply! Thank you! I may just have to splurge on a more modern bed. We are supposed to spend 1/3 of our lives a sleep (8 out of the 24 hours), so might as well do it right. I'm...
Hi, folks. Long time, no see. Well, no amount of time seems to be enough for me to wait to lie/lay down. I had a Nissen in 2013 which has, at least, partially failed. My hiatal hernia is recurrent...
TMo, Heredity is DEFINITELY part of it. For example, my boss' son has high blood pressure but takes wonderful care of himself. Apparently, it doesn't matter what he does because his mom's is so high,...
TMo, Remember these good results for the future and hopefully you can avoid some, if not all, the anxiety again. Glad things went well! Best, John...
panda, That's great! I encourage you to print out that last reply or make some kind of note of it to remind you good times happen because it really is hard to remember sometimes. Best, John...
panda, I believe you and your partner can do things to entertain yourselves for an hour and a half that will take your focus off your worries. For example, you can sing along to music you both know...
Laura, A co-worker/friend once told me just to keep being me. If the chain reaction doesn't happen, just keep being me. Those that don't reciprocate or pay it forward... that's their business and...
Karen, I'll e-mail it to you first. Is that cool? John...
J., Howdy. I've been there. That's a pretty greasy weekend! Not to be too graphic, but I've often seen yellow when I am cleaning myself up after going. I don't pay it too much mind. In my opinion,...
Karen , in regard to my soft heart for dogs, I have heard, "You can't save them all." While that's quite realistic, it doesn't make me feel much better. That quote came from a woman that does a lot...
marie, I did not see your topic. Would you like to talk about anything? John...
Marie, I'm sorry for the slow response and appreciate you taking the time to write. I'll look for your post and see if I can help. Five years is a long, long time being in that kind of funk. I hope...
Folks, Sometimes the injustices of the world get me down. I was having lunch by myself today and became dismayed again when I realized somebody, somewhere is suffering. And just a few minutes ago, I...
You're welcome. I'm glad your psychiatrist is taking preexisting conditions under consideration. Yes, yes. There are a few of those cliches: 1. Worrying keeps you from enjoying the good. 2. We...
web, I'm on it now, but was taking it incorrectly. I'm to take it at morning AND in the evening, but had just been taking it in the evening. Check with me in a month. LOL. Yes, Buspar is more of an...
Good stuff! Keep plugging. Best, John...
Hi, folks. I'm new to this particular forum. My life is kind of frustrating. One day I'm good and the next I'm not, or vice versa. From what I can tell, circumstances don't change. Does anyone else...
Butterfly, In my experience, my psychiatrist pays little attention to my medical history. While I don't remember which medication it was, I went to my gastroenterologist and he said, "Why are you on...
Minnesota, Just wanted to see if this helped you in your session. Best, John...
I've heard changing probiotics every few months or so is beneficial in general. I suppose one's system gets used to it or something to that effect....