complications: I never thought it would be me

hello everyone havent posted in a long time. Just thought I would tell you all my nightmare and maybe help someone else. I had my surgery on June 30th and to this day I do not regret one minute of it. However on nov 10th I was at work and started hurting in my shoulder and the front of my stomach. I just set there thinking it will pass, it didnt but it did ease up so I tried to go on with my job. I went to lunch with one of my friends in the cafeteria when the pain hit hard and fast the pain was so intense I couldnt open my eyes. my friend went straight to the phone and called our boss up , they took me straight to the ER. The doc ordered a cat scan and some pain meds, as soon as the pain meds entered thru my IV the pain intesified so much more around the front of my stomach the nurse acted like I wanted more meds or something she couldnt understand why I would hurt more after pain meds but I did and it was very real. I went to catscan and came back to find the doctors standing over me telling me I had a hole in my stomach and stuff coming from my intestines backing into my abdomanal cavity and also I had a large blood clot in my lungs. they said both of which had to be treated right away but if they treated the blood clot with heaprin I would bleed to death on the table and if they didnt treat the blood clot it would go to my heart and kill me, the only option would be to put some filters in around my arms so that it might stop the blood clot. I was so scared, I gave my husband the death talk and told him to get on the phone and start calling everyone we knew and get a prayer chain started. the doctors then came in and decided to do another scan to check where the blood clot was. during that scan they determined there was no blood clot they said "it must have been a glitz on the exray" I think it was a much higher power that took the blood clot. the surgery was very rough but was a success , I was in the hospital a week with an ng tube down my nose and heart monitors , o2 monitor , o2, and blood pressure cuffs, oh and dont forget the cath. As the doc was discharging me that morning he informed me that my body was having a reaction to the dissolveable stitches and would probly open up. It did the next day. the doc cleaned it all out and told me I have to clean it and pack it everyday 2 to 3 three times a day. Its been two weeks since it has opened up but it still looks bad but is getting better. I dont know how much longer it will be but I cant wait till this nightmare is over. The doctors said the reason this happened is because my body produced to much stomach acid and it could have happened even if I hadnt had the bypass. they cut down my vegas nerves that produces stomach acid to help not have to much from now on. alittle advice for all of you if you start hurting (you will know) go straight to the doctor, they said that is what helped me is because I got there so fast. Thank god I worked in a hospital. On a better note I have now lost 96 pounds and about 25 lbs from goal.

Jackie hon I was wondering where you have been! good Lord I am SO SORRY for everything that you have been through! my gosh what a nightmare indeed,All I can say is THANK THE GOOD LORD that you made it though and you are going to be alright,I know that this is horrible but remember for every bad thing that happens it makes you a stronger person! I will keep you in my prayers for a complete and fast recovery. Thank you for the post and giving us a heads up as well!! NOW the good stuff! a major congratulations on your fabulous weight loss!! it is time for a new picture!!!! You take care Jackie and PLEASE keep in touch and let us know how you are doing ok? ((hugs)) Nancy

My goodness! I'm so happy you're ok and that you caught all of this in time. I'm sure this was a huge scare for you and I'm sorry that you had to go through that. Thanks for sharing your story and keep us updated!

Oh wow, honey. I am so glad you caught it - and quick. I worry about some of the complications we can endure, but do not regret my surgery. I am having terrible pains everytime I eat. If they continue, I am going to go see doc. I don't want anything to happen. Congratulations on your weight loss - and on your continued good health. I will keep you in my prayers. Love and best wishes.

thank you everyone, cindi, my doc told me about a stricture that can happen and it will make you sick when you eat. They said it is not that bad to fix, they have to go in and stretch the opening to your stomach but that it is not that invasive. I would go ahead and call the doc to see. I will keep you guys posted, and please keep me in your prayers. Jackie

Jackie. What a story! So glad you are okay. You all are continually in my thoughts and prayers. -Daniel

Hi, Jackie. I'm glad you're on the mend. Complications suck! I know first hand. I'm so sorry you're going through this. I hope you get well very quickly. Congrats on your weight loss, as well! That's amazing! Traci

Wow, I'm glad you are now okay. That must have been very scary! Hugs!

Jackie- Oh my goodness hon, I am so glad to have you hear telling us all about it. I was terrified for you just reading about it. But, as you stated God was watching over you and was there with you the whole time. Like Nancy said, I believe that, that which does not kill us makes us stronger!!!! You are doing EXCELLENT on your weight loss, keep up the great work. I am so glad to see you back, I too was wondering where you went. Jeanna

Jackie, I too am glad to hear you are on the mend after such an ordeal. Take care and stay well. Sorry you had to go through this. I am impressed with your positive attitude. Keep smiling. Lori