Hi! New to the board.

Hi! My name is Cindy and I am new to the messageboard. I just got out of the hospital yesterday for the fifth time since my surgery (7/6/05). At least this time they didn't do another dialation. A week ago, I was put on a beta blocker because my blood pressure was up. Well, it worked but found out my heart rate was in the 30's. When I left the hospital last night, they cut my dose in half. I am not able to tolerate much other than vegetable soup, peanut butter. and nuts. They did an upper GI and said the test is normal. They, however, said the barium did backsplash up the lower intestine but did not reach the pouch. Has anyone out there ever heard of this and is it something to be concerned about. I am getting bored and depressed about eating the same thing over and over. Hoping my picture shows up soon so you all can see.

Hi Cindy! Welcome to the July surgery board! You will love it here. My gosh, you certainly have been through a LOT haven't you? Oh, you poor thing! I have never heard of what you mentioned, but I would think that if it was something to be concerned about, they would have let you know. I honestly think that some of our tummies are just more sensitive than others. At least I'm hoping that's the case. I'll bet you are just sick to death of eating the same foods over and over. Try to hang in there, and come around here for support. (((hugs)))

Welcome to the July Family, Congratulations on your surgury, Sorry you have been having so many problems, You will find some wonderful, understanding people here, hope things get better for you Cheryl

Hello Cindy, WELCOME...........to the JULY BOARD!! Sorry to hear that you have been having problems. Like Michele said, I also haven't heard of anything like this. I hope everything works out ok for you. Stop by here anytime for support! Mandie

Hi Cindy WELCOME to THE JULY Board. Sorry to hear your having difficulties. I am just the opposite I cannot eat Peanut butter and nuts go right through me. Have you tried mushy stuff- smashed potatoes with whey protein. Sounds like your pouch is grouchy. You are getting a lot of roughage. Maybe some chicken soup soft boiled eggs etc.. Keep your doctor updated and surgeon. Hope it gets better. Pattiann

Hi Cindy! Welcome to the board. Glad to have you. They had to pull me off my beta blocker too, because I was passing out! I hope things get better for you! You have us to lean on now. Andrea

Hi Cindy This board has great support and awesome people. So glad you are finally able to join us. Gee you really have had some ordeal in the past few months. I hope with time all this will all resolve itself and you will back on track and putting this stuff behind you. Look forward to your future posts. hugs Pam

(((HUGS))) Cindy! Man, you've been through the ringer. I have read of people who took an insane amount of time to recover from the surgery. Hopefully all of this will pass and you will come out on top! Did you have any co-morbidities? Diabetes? Etc... HUGS Kimberly

Welcome to the July Board! This is such a wonderful group of people! You will get so much support & encouragement. I am so sorry to hear of your troubles. Wow, in the hospital 5 times, that is terrible! I hope you are feeling better. Wish I had some advice for you, but I'm afraid I don't. Hopefully this will resolve itself soon for you. Take care, Lisa

Hey there! Just wanted to add my welcome to the list. Take care of yourself and be sure to read the "meet and greet" posts....gives you an idea of who everyone is. Kaitlain in Oklahoma