EGD Update

Hi all, Finally talked to Dr. I, I don't have an ulcer, but do have some irritation where the pouch meets the sm intestines.. same medications though. Pouchie and stoma look fine to him. So.. where does that leave me... ....shrugs shoulders.... jus dunno Does anyone know what causes this irritation? Stress? Sugar? Coffee (decaf)???? Anyway, thanks to everyone *****plied to me.. I appreciated the kind words. I do need to look for and lean on people who will be there for me, those who truely care.... Thanks again ~!

Hey Roomie . Glad you finally caught Dr. I. So the dreaded ittitation. Yes to #1,2 & 3. Oh and smoking also causes irritation. Not smoking are you?? Soda also soda's will irritate. I guess you'll need to do the meds until it goes away?? About the stoma & pouch being okay. That's good, however that doesn't say why you are so hungry so quickly. What did he say about the hunger? Only you can control what goes in, but if you are still experiencing hunger, then not sure other than to eat more small meals throughout the day. Drink more fluids. Of course protein comes 1st. But then you already knew all this. Hey if you want to work out again with me let me know when. I enjoyed Saturday. Good having you to work out with. TT you soon. Wish you could make it Thursday night. Gonna miss you. ((HUGS)) Elissa

I am glad you do not have an ulcer. I think your toomie is correct. Trial and error will need to be used to correct the problem. Hey can I ask you a question. Do you know if everyone has a EGD procedure before the surgery? My understanding was that everyone had one. A friend of mine has had a hard time with stomach problems. They finally did a EGD and found out she has a big ulcer. Jope you feel better real soon, Lucretia

Hi Tina, Im glad its nothing serious. My pouch was a bit irritated a little when I had my last egd done. (was having pains) Im sure its all of the above concerning the cause of the irritation. stress, sugar, coffee (decaf here too) I'm having my decaf right now and actually my tummy is burning a little... or gurggling ... you know not feeling so swift. Although I think its more ... um.... processing things?... to put it nicely! My tummy has been UBER gassy! Uber: (adj) Beyond mega, Ultimate. Someone asked me the other day what the heck Uber was. I first heard it on tv and thought... hm what a useful word. It sure is in this case!!!! Man I cant eat a thing without there being rumbles rolling around inside! eeep! Elizabeth M