inkyinkerton

I had SEVERE reflux after my surgery as well, and was up to 4 Prilosec a day, plus Tums as needed. When I talked to the ARNP, she actually said it may be bile reflux, not acid reflux (I'd had my gallbladder removed in 2005 and not had any type of reflux problems before surgery). She said the best way to find out what type of reflux it is - when you're having a bout of reflux, suck on a raw lemon. (horrible I know) - but if it's BILE reflux, vs acid reflux, the lemon will help IMMEDIATELY. i still take Prilosec once a day, and my reflux has been under control for the past 6 months or so. If I ever feel some reflux coming on, I cut 1 segment of lemon, suck it down and I'm all better! Hope that helps

My work at the time was mean - I had surgery on a Tuesday and had to be available by phone and email starting Thursday. I was back in the office full time (plus some) starting the following Monday. It worked though - I was tired, but overall felt good. Everyone is different, that's for sure!

I am in Kent (South King County). I have been to my surgeon's monthly support groups and was VERY disappointed and often left feeling very sad, so I stopped going. I would LOVE to have a local group of people from different surgeons and experiences to meet with!