10 days, 22 pounds
Elizabeth,
I'm so happy for you. I was researching information about my own gastro fistula and came upon your notes. I was orignally 267 pouds, got down to 143. my originial surgery was in 2004 and I'd maintained 150 during that time. Lately I've been gaining weight quickly and didn't feel full anymore. I am up to 175. Had my egd done last week and he said I have a fistula big enough to almost put two fingers in. Result of the celebrex I was taking I'm sure. I kept telling my doctor I shouldn't be taking it. Anyway, I have surgical appt with him tomorrow to determine course. He doesn't believe a full revision will be necessary because he doesn't see where any intestines have damage. I also have a lower hernia, but he said he can't do both at the same time and the fistula is more important. The hernia causes me much more pain. lol Now that I've got all this out, did you have to start from ground zero? How long were you off work? Anyway, I hope you have continued success.
Peace,
Candy
I'm so happy for you. I was researching information about my own gastro fistula and came upon your notes. I was orignally 267 pouds, got down to 143. my originial surgery was in 2004 and I'd maintained 150 during that time. Lately I've been gaining weight quickly and didn't feel full anymore. I am up to 175. Had my egd done last week and he said I have a fistula big enough to almost put two fingers in. Result of the celebrex I was taking I'm sure. I kept telling my doctor I shouldn't be taking it. Anyway, I have surgical appt with him tomorrow to determine course. He doesn't believe a full revision will be necessary because he doesn't see where any intestines have damage. I also have a lower hernia, but he said he can't do both at the same time and the fistula is more important. The hernia causes me much more pain. lol Now that I've got all this out, did you have to start from ground zero? How long were you off work? Anyway, I hope you have continued success.
Peace,
Candy
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