Update on me after Endoscopy & CT scan

Hi everyone Just wanted to update all my buddies on my recent tests. I had my endoscopy yesterday and we found a few things out. Long story short, many of you can read my blogs dating back to last July and see/ read about my stomach issues...It appears we are getting down to the final stages of diagnosing them. We have no reason to believe at this point that my tummy issues are in any way related to the cervical cancer I have been diagnosed with, but the biopsy should confirm that. It's amazing that my WLS surgeon and his preferred gastro. that I visited were not able to find/ correct these issues last year when they began, but that's a whole nother story that I won't discuss on this forum! What they found yesterday... a staple left in from the gastric bypass at the EG junction half way hanging out of the interior wall of my stomach/bowel connection (got pictures and all) and the gastro says that the pouch portion that was left of my stomach is the smallest he has ever seen...basically stating that my food is not being digested, but rather is moving straight from my esophagus to my bowels. He will wait to confirm results of the CT scan to determine how to proceed. He also saw what are called "esophageal varices" which is a varicose type vein in the esophagus pointing to possibly a liver issue as well. My liver panels in my blood have always been skewed but in the 10 years I have had this issue no one has been able to pin point a specific liver issue, so we'll see where that leads as well. SOOOOO right now this is what I know...follow up with my gastro this next week on the results of the endo & CT scan and decide how to proceed with that issue. Next Friday 2/15 I go in for a cone biopsy to determine if the cervical cancer is invasive. If it's not invasive we will schedule a hysterectomy for the following week or possibly the next. I will update in a couple of weeks for those of you who have been asking. Please continue to pray!!! Lori

Lori, I will definitely continue to pray! I know it seems like the experts should know and figure out what is going on more easily, after all they are the experts. But, our bodies are so complex and have ways of healing and dealing with these internal issues that I think not even the experts can understand sometimes. Fortunately for us, we know the Great Physician and can trust that He know us in every detail, down to the number of hairs on our head. Psalm 139:13 - 14 (New International Version) 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Stay strong Sister! You will have a stronger testimony when all has come to pass! Psalm 103:3-4 Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits- who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, *****deems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, Jeremiah 30:17 "But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds," declares the LORD.

Oh wow Lori, you have been through so much and have such a positive outlook even after all of this stuff going on. For some reason I though I read in one of your other messages that they weren't sure if it was cancer or not, but now they know for sure? I was praying that it wasn't. Now we just have to pray that w/ the hysterectomy that it will be gone forever. And wow about your pouch. Good luck and keep us posted. You are in my prayers. ***HUGS***

Oh my goodness Lori! There are so many issues to deal with. I hope that they can come up with a diagnosis and a treatment plan quickly. I know the waiting can be torture. Your details about the possible problems stemming from your GB are alarming to say the least! I will certainly keep you in my prayers. Belle

Lori...I am shocked to hear that your bypass may have serious flaws in it...that explains a lot of your past symptoms. But, now your liver could have problems as well? And on top of that, cervical cancer? You are certainly being tested...but, no worries...I know that you are too upbeat and positive a person to fail! You will get through this with a healthier and stronger body and mind. We will always be here when you need us to cheer you on or just cheer you up! And please do keep us informed with as much as you feel comfortable sharing. Be well... ~Suz

oh Lori...I know you have to be so frustrated right now will all this going on. Please know that I am thinking about you and praying. I hope that all this gets straightened out very soon and you can feel better and put all this behind you. I'm here....all of us are here....if you need anything...or to just vent. Take care of yourself and hurry to get better! Love, Stacy

Lori, I am floored over the staple issue and pouch size. I don't know what to say. I am so glad though that you have found a starting point to deal with everything. Just to know what is going on hopefully helps things some. It sounds like you have found a good gastro and I am glad you didn't go back to the first one. Wow. God is in control. I know you know that. I am praying and so are so many people who love you. We are here for you. Call me whenever you need me. Hugs, Caters

WOW- atleast you're getting some answers. I'm sorry to hear about the RNY stuff too- maybe he thought you wanted a duodenal switch? I hope you are able to get it fixed- but sounds like another surgery? I will keep you in my prayers... PS- my brother is just about the only Pastor at FOTW with hair. He's blonde and over 6'. He's the Children's Pastor and a really great guy. I know he would love to pray for you and your husband. If you go back look him up- tell him his sister sent you. He's tons of fun and I miss him a lot... Holly

Not the one I expected, but yes I have met and worked with your brother in the past...how cool is that??? So many ways to link the world together huh? God is so awesome!

I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers... Your positive attitude is such a inspiration to me, you have NO idea... Thank you Lori!!! Stacey