Stricture/Update

I was sick again today, after a protein shake, and called the doctor, as this was now the 4th time I got sick this week. I could not keep water down this morning, although that seem to be okay as of right now. The doctor suspects a stricture, which he says in their practice can happen between week 3 and 9, so I'm "right on target" for a stricture. If I cannot keep water down the rest of today and tomorrow, we have to drive to Fresno (3 hours) and I have to be checked in to the hospital for dehydration. If I can keep water down, then we go on Monday morning for an endoscopy. Fortunately I know it's a simple procedure, and hopefully just one will do the trick and enable me to eat without vomiting, because it's just getting worse. Just wanted to let you all know, Inky

Wow I hope that all goes well in the next couple days for you......Let us know how you are doing.

Oh Inky, I feel your pain! I've had 3 endoscopies/dilations so far and might need another one. I've read a lot about strictures, and the risk factors seem to be: female, sleep apnea, and GERD (all 3 apply to me). The good news is, it's a quick fix and you will feel instant relief. The bad news is, until it gets fixed, it's pretty awful. I wish you the best of luck, and please keep us posted!

I know this is gonna sound stupid but what exactly is a stricture? And can food pieces cause them? I'm so sorry Inky that you have to deal with this... but I hope you get relief soon. Hang in there and try to drink lots of water so you don't get dehydrated. Cheers!