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Complications at 15 days out

lillian123

By lillian123, in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

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lillian123    7

lillian123
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Hey everyone, I could really use some prayers. I'm 15 days post op and yesterday I was directly admitted to the hospital by my surgeon. I hadn't been able to drink anything except 20 oz of Fluid in four days. It was determined I have pancreatitis and I narrowing/ thickening of tissue where my pouch and small intestine meet. This isn't good because at 2 weeks out they can't fix it. I am on IV fluids until Saturday and then will be getting a picc line and will get fluids and tpn at home until I'm 4-6 weeks out and this can be fixed. Has anyone had a picc? What can I expect.

Highest weight- 480

Surgery weight- 430.5

Current weight- 399

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James Marusek    5,244

James Marusek
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I will pray for you.

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lalisleo    4

lalisleo
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Hope all turns out great for you..

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Momscaboose    3

Momscaboose
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I had a pic line,twice . It's not bad at all. You need those fluids so it's well worth it

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nellita    25

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Will keep you in my prayers Lillian. My worst so far is a sever cold and UTI since 12/17. Can't imagine how much harder it must be for you. Remember God will not allow you to go through more than you can handle keep up your faith

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BNMShine    7

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TPN is total parental nutrition. It means that you are receiving nutrients through you veins and not your gastric system. Bless your heart. I'll keep a good thought for you.

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joyfulinga    24

joyfulinga
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Lillian, please give us an update!

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CGrindstaff    0

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Hi Lillian,

I live in Asheville and am very close to having surgery. I hope you are doing well and can update us soon.

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The Candidate    3,215

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My mother has had multiple pic lines over the years. It's a much better option than being repeatedly poked.

Sounds like your doctor/surgeon is being very proactive in your care, which is always a good sign.

We're always told to expect, but are still never quite ready for unexpected complications. I'm wishing you and your family the best. Keep us updated and good luck!

Edited by The Candidate

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nellita    25

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Hi Lilian hope you are a whole lot better these days. So what's your status now. Continuing to keep you in prayer.

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nellita    25

nellita
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Hope you are doing much better these days Lilian. Keep us posted.

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