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19 months out and a leak!

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shahada    82

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Thank you for the PSA. Definitely a good reminder to chew my food more ...

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TonyaNKy    79

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I asked about the coffee and tea because the tannic acid in both eats the lining of our stomachs. So I wondered if that might have contributed to the leak.

I know there are people out there that drink 10 cups a day and have had no problems with their sleeve. Just like there's some 100 year old guy out there that has smoked non-filtered, hand rolled cigarettes since he was five.

My mom took Prilosec for years because she had awful reflux and stomach pain. As soon as she quit drinking coffee she never had another problem with her stomach. Never took another Prilosec.

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Jen35    283

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Wow, I'm so sorry you have to go through another complication. I also thought I am out of the woods since I am one year out, but now I'm worried. I've been having abdominal pain under my ribs on my right side. I actually went to the ER a week ago for it, but the CT scan and blood work was clear. I think there is something going on - I see my regular MD tomorrow. I would think that if it is my stomach, the pain would be up higher.

Thanks for sharing. It's always a good idea to be careful with our tummies:-)

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RJ'S/beginning    5,358

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I asked about the coffee and tea because the tannic acid in both eats the lining of our stomachs. So I wondered if that might have contributed to the leak.

I know there are people out there that drink 10 cups a day and have had no problems with their sleeve. Just like there's some 100 year old guy out there that has smoked non-filtered, hand rolled cigarettes since he was five.

My mom took Prilosec for years because she had awful reflux and stomach pain. As soon as she quit drinking coffee she never had another problem with her stomach. Never took another Prilosec.

It is always a good idea to cover all the basis and I thank you for that....But I really want to drink my 2 cups of tea a day..Right now I drink them on the deck with flowers all around me and the sun shining while I am under an awning...Love summer and my tea just as much! :)

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VSGAnn2014    12,992

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Just saw this. I hope you're doing better, RJ, and (as others have said) this is your last complication.

You're such a good member on this board. Thanks for all your wisdom and advice.

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cherbear33    288

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Dear RJ, I hope you are doing much better now & I am praying for you! I just saw this & am wondering how everything is going for you now? Did they get the leak fixed & how is your healing process going??? I am so sorry you had to go through all of that & I hope you have a speedy recovery!!!

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RJ'S/beginning    5,358

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How are you doing RJ?

I am now 8 weeks with a drain in my side. I am in so much pain it is unbelievable. But I carry on. I hate having the pulls I get because of it though. Feels like a knife stabbing me. But I am here and still moving forward. I am at goal and posted my pictures today...Have a look! I too hope that this nightmare will end soon.....

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RJ'S/beginning    5,358

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Just saw this. I hope you're doing better, RJ, and (as others have said) this is your last complication.

You're such a good member on this board. Thanks for all your wisdom and advice.

Dear RJ, I hope you are doing much better now & I am praying for you! I just saw this & am wondering how everything is going for you now? Did they get the leak fixed & how is your healing process going??? I am so sorry you had to go through all of that & I hope you have a speedy recovery!!!

I am dealing wit hit all the best I can. it is not easy....Very painful to be truthful...but soon I will get another Cat Scan and they will see where I am at...I am so hoping it will collapse soon.....Here's to hoping! :)

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I will what I want    271

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RJ- I hardly know what to say - 8 weeks with a drain and so many complications. I so wish we were friends irl so I could offer you some love and kindness in person. I was thinking about how unfair this is that you are setting the record for complications and I guess the reality is that you just have to do what you are doing...which is to get through it. You are brave and your lack of bitterness inspires me. 25 years ago I had complications from a routine pelvic exam and afterward could not have sex for about 10 years. It was one of those "this never happens" situations that no one could figure out, much less fix (I know that might be tmi but it truly changed the course of my life....) I bring this up because I totally get being a medical outlier. It's terrifying and isolating. I am sending you love and healing energy. If you ever want or need an encouraging word from someone who went through medical hell of a different sort, please PM me and I'll heap some love on you. K? -Shellie

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QueenA    122

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So sorry to hear about your complication RJ and wishing you a speedy recovery. Take care

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MichiganChic    3,262

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RJ, so sorry about all this!! I hate this for you! I'm wishing you a speedy recovery, and that you are able to maintain your sunny outlook. That's the thing you can control, and I'm sure it goes a LONG way in helping you get better. Keep us posted, and enjoy that deck!

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Chelenka    827

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My dear RJ I am so sorry to read about this latest complication. It sucks! You have been thru so much already! I am sending you lots of love and healing prayers. Please keep us updated when you can. BIG (bur very gentle) HUG!!!!

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Andrew0929    1,102

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RJ, it's unfair that you've had to deal with so many complications. I had internal bleeding, second surgery, and almost died 5 days post-op, but that was minor compared to all of the issues you've had to deal with.

Somehow you've seemed to maintain a great attitude throughout all of this and have been a big help to many in this forum, including myself.

Have they indicated whether or not this very late stage leak is an extension of prior complications or is it a brand new leak independent of all other issues?

Best regards for a speedy recovery ... We are always here for you.

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