HEARTBURN - YESTERDAY'S POST UPDATE

Hello, I joined yesterday because I am one week past the surgery.  I went to the emergency room last Saturday as I was having massive heartburn and nausia.  They removed 2.5 ccs of fluid, rehydrated me, gave me nausia medication and sent me home.  Sunday and Monday I continued to have bad heartburn, it hurt soooo bad, and the nausia was soo bad also.  I haven't eaten nothing but a little boullion and juice still, cannot eat anything.  Last week after 48 hours post op I had a litle yogurt but stopped, couldn't eat.  I went to the hospital yesterday and the nurse removed 1 cc more of liquid from the band, which helped tremendously.  she said it should be empty by now.  They gave me a steroid shot and said it should help the swelling inside, and told me to continue on clear liquids, which I have done.  I am feeling much better today.  Yesterday was so bad that I cried in the car, it hurt so bad!  But, again, today I am much better.  I am hoping that on Friday when I go see her, she will say it is safe to start on yogurt and soup again.  I assume they will leave the band open until my body heals.  She said my body was fighting the band and that I was swollen inside.  I am hoping the worst is over.  Just wanted to update you.  I hear everyone's problems are different and that some people don't have problems.  Mine was bad, but I am seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.  Thanks for your comments.  Thiswebside has really helped me.  Pat

Pat, so sorry to hear you have had this much trouble.  I'm glad you are doing better and certainly hope it continues.  Keep us posted!

Pat,
Hope you are feeling better today.  I had surgery in December and had a really rough summer..I couldn't hold much down..just like you are describing.  I went for my 3rd unfill today and can notice the difference.  The belching and vomitting have stopped.  I wish you luck as you continue to recover.  Be well!

Glad to hear your feeling better !!