Stomach pain update

 HELLO -
sorry it has been a while since I have been on here to post, I have been struggling with dealing with this pain and having test after test, referral after referral.  I am finally able to report that they think that it is an issue with my stomach not emptying fast enough and a possible issue with the vagus nerve.  Unfortunately no good ideas on treatment yet, heading back to the gastro in a couple of weeks and starting to look into alternative therapies.  Have had some minor success (once) with massage for a few days.  

Beyond this I have been struggling a bit this winter and have been in a stall for a couple of months.  I got so demotivated and am now trying to get myself back on track doing the right things.  I struggle with depression and it has been worse this winter than it has been since before I started this journey.  Last night I went out with a few friends and actually found myself dancing and was like wow, this feels good it has been far too long since I just let loose and had fun.  Then, today I realized as I walked with my friend just how good it felt to be out and walking.  I cam move so much better today than I could just one year ago.  This week will be one year since my surgery and I have gained so much.  Despite the pain I have been struggling with I have had a pretty good journey, in under 1.5 years I have lost 200 lbs, gained so many friends, gained freedom of movement, gained health and gained confidence in my capabilities.  

I know many of us have struggles on this journey and while it may not all be easy sailing it is a journey none the less and somewhere in this twists and turns there is something for us.  I believe I am finally figuring out what is in this twist in the road for me.  I have never been good at asking for help and due to this bump in the road I have had to ask for help for various things from picking something up for me, to taking me to the Dr or for an appointment to just an ear to vent.  In this I have found that I am blessed with a great network of friends.  It feels great to have such good friends and blessed that I am where I am today.  
While I know we may not get to an answer or full solution to the pain I am having I have at least gained the knowledge and strength in knowing that I am not alone. 
I hope that each person reading this is blessed with similar gifts in discovery that I have been entitled to learn.  So for now I wish you all the blessing of learning about yourself and finding the gems along the journey.  thanks to each of you for your friendship, encouragement and genuine caring for my progress and health.
Hoping that the next 100 lbs or so is as rewarding as the last 200 has been!

I hope they figure out a way to treat you soon so you can get this behind you. Best wishes!

I am so sorry that you have had to deal with all this pain and suffering and still dont really ahve an answer as to what to do about it.. sounds like the massage made you realx and let the tensions go which let the pain ease.. you might try meditation too.. I have migrains and that works so well.. I lay quieetly adn try to imagin myself in a wonderful peaceful place.. like alone on a beach laying in the warm sand with the sun warming my skin.. I can hear the waves as they crash upon the shore.. I har the seagulls as they fly around hovering over the water.. I can smell the suntan lotion with the scent of coconut.. no other sounds alowed.. no boats or cars or screaming kids. just total peace.. I do that for about 15 - 20 minutes.. it actually works.. the pain will subside and I get relief.. you can imagine any place you want to be that will be peaceful to you.. but think of not only the place but how it feels and the sounds and smells too..  I hope this might help you unitl you get an answer of what to do to treat the problem..

I am only 3 months out from surgery but I lost 67lbs before surgery and I am now at 94 lbs lost.. and I know exactly what you mean by the gains.. I do indeed feel so blessed.. with new friends and supporters. and freedom from a wheelchair and being able to not only move but now exercise.. I have gained better health and gained self confidence again.. I no longer feel like a burden to anyone.. I ahve gained independence and can now drive a car again.. I ahve also gained so many friends on OH.. especially on this forum.. everyone is so wonderful and we all genuinly care about each other and encourage each other and cheer each other on wehn we have now wowo moments.. It make me feel so good just to get on this website and share and read ..

I hope things get better for you.. as for your progress.. Kudos to you.. 200lbs gone.. that is great.. I am sure with the determination you express you will reach your goal.. I will keep you in my prayers for a treatment to give you relief..

huggs.

 Thank you for the suggestions.  You are doing great!  Keep up the good work and work that tool!