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Thanks all. Possibilities were discussed in past of converting but they would need 12 weeks from original surgery who h I am now approaching other possibility was feeding tube port thru stomach but that's for long term and no solving anything. I can't go through this again. It's been just over a week since tube was pulled, seems like the lack of nutrition without aide of tube which bypassed stomach is catching up with me. Seems like anything that hits my stomach it doesn't like and makes nausea worse. I've been trying to force stuff down and still not working. Only made 400 calories, 37g Protein and like 30oz Water yesterday. My wife doesn't want me to wait a couple days to contact doctor's but not sure what else they can do but to readmit me or replace ng tube at this point. I have all same symptoms I had at start of my spiral which was around beginning of week 3 post op. Depression is coming g back as I can't do this again

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@@nprcowboy - Please don't give up. What you had yesterday was probably the amount I was able to take in during my first few days post op and in many ways you body is at that level. Still call the doctor, but try to at least meet that level and don't push as hard. Since Protein drinks count towards Fluid that's 67 ounces of Fluid yesterday so you aren't at risk of dehydration. Anxiety will only make things worse.

You remain in my thoughts.

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Wow hope this is just your newly working tummy slowly working. I'm so surprised that with your issues your surgeon dosnt want a lot of contact

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I am not on Protein Shakes at all so Water is my only fluids. And the small amount yesterday was from forcing it at risk of throwing up. Will see how next couple of days go but nausea is causing me to not want to eat or drink plus when I do get something down very uncomfortable with pressure in esophagus, same as before even if totally empty prior and have a small sip or bite. Again seems like stomach doesn't want to let stuff in. Total deja vu

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@@nprcowboy - Given your history I wouldn't wait a few days. I would call the doctor tomorrow. I would also ask if Protein Shakes even if only as a back up is an option for you. Perhaps a Protein Water like propel.

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@@nprcowboy I'm so sorry your going thru this again is there any possibility u went a bit too fast drinking and that's causing the nausea or too big of sips maybe I've seen ppl say here that Water is awful and feels so heavy that they dilute it with juices I hope u turn around soon and start to feel better will keep u in thoughts and prayers

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Omg you have been to hell and back. I'm sorry I came so late to the post. I'm just horrified for you. Healing thoughts and prayers being sent. I lived in Tampa for 25 yrs and just moved here(ky) a few yrs ago. I wish I was there to help out. I hope they can get this worked out for you.

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And today the vomiting has returned. I left a msg for surgeon will keep u all posted. They had said they would not do bypass unless they knew the problem which to this day they still don't know why

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Hope you are getting the care you need. Saying more prayers for you. Hang in there and try to have faith that you will get through this. You have been and are still incredibly strong and your life and quality of life is worth fighting for.

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Headed back to ER will update when can

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Late to this thread and haven't read quite all of it but sending support.

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Prayers to you and all that you are going through. These test will be your testimony!!! I pray healing for you and strength and healing for your wife as well!

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back to ER

@@nprcowboy

out of curiosity

what is your first name?

where do you live?

thank you for continuing to post your updates

I think many of us feel like we know you (i do)

listening to your problems

sadly, only being able to help by kind words

i hope they mentally make you feel a little better :)

i can't even begin to imagine everything you have gone through these past months :wacko:

you continue to show your strength, endurance :)

continue to fight, be strong B)

your docs sound like they know what they are doing

they will/must get to the root of your problem :huh:

then fix it

you might be losing this battle

i know you eventually will win the war :rolleyes:

good thoughts and vibes being sent your way :)

sending hugggggs and a kiss too <_<

take care

feel better, plllllease

kathy

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Hi. My name is Al and live in the Tampa area. After 4 hours in ER last night and told would be another 3 to 4 hours so we left as I'd be there all night waiting for surgeon. Plan to go tomorrow AM. Today's my wife's birthday so don't want to ruin. I was crying like a baby yesterday when my wife wouldn't let me wait a few more days of getting g sicker to go into ER because I'm not ready to get rid of my freedom yet. I've enjoyed being home, tube free etc. So not ready for this again. Love to you all.

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