POST OP PUKING,FROTHING, STRICTURE!

[Duguhlug 3]

I had Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery on 2.15.18. I couldn't keep anything down no matter what it was. I ended up back in the hospital and they gave me a CT Scan with contrast to check for leakage...( Barium is the MOST DISGUSTING!!!). Anywho,There wasn't any leakage but I was extremely dehydrated and had Stricture in my lower GI. Dehydration to the point they had to bring in a radiologist and apply a Ultra Sound to find a good vain for a I. V. as nurses destroyed my vains.. Not their fault might I add.The next morning I had Balloon Enteroscopy. That was on 3.10.18. Since then, I can eat, actually sip liquids and eat sugar fre popsicles. Depression has taken over and my energy level is non-existent. It's trial and error as to what my pouch will allow. Soups, brothes, and popsicles are getting old quickly. I ordered Premiere Protein Shakes , needless to say, they taste chalky and terrible.. at least to me.Cant drink Gatorade,sugar free tea, sugar free Snaples, V8 juice ,barely bottled Water nor can I eat Unsweetened Applesauce, Tomato Soup, sugar free pudding. Seeing how I had to revert to a liquid food diet, I cant progress because of intolerence, extreme acid reflux, nausea and frothing. The surgeon did prescribe Ondansetron for nausea and it works a little. Omeprasol doesnt work on me anymore for acid reflux so, I sip Pepto Bismol.My question is,Will I ever get out of this rut? I wish I knew how long I will be this way as my body is melting and muscles are deteriorating. Day of surgery weigh in was 368.8. As of 3.16.18 weight is 328.9. Last October I weighed 384 pounds and went on a diet to lose weight before surgery so yes, the weight is coming off, but at an enormous painful price. I was told I may have to have the Balloon Enteroscopy maybe 2 more times. This journey is not a rocky road, its a boulder road. Anyone that has had this please help me to understand it better..

Doug

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[FluffyChix 17,410]

Aww! I'm so sorry you are having to deal with this! Take it one hour at a time, one day at a time hon! Post here often!

[angyplus5 470]

I'm so sorry to hear about everything your going through! Saying a prayer for you...

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[williamsk39 9]

Did you have reflux prior to surgery? Did they do and endoscopy?

If you are having frothing and severe reflux they might end up having to do bypass please keep us updated. I hope you feel better.

[Mattymatt 491]

1 hour ago, Duguhlug said:

I had Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery on 2.15.18. I couldn't keep anything down no matter what it was. I ended up back in the hospital and they gave me a CT Scan with contrast to check for leakage...( Barium is the MOST DISGUSTING!!!). Anywho,There wasn't any leakage but I was extremely dehydrated and had Stricture in my lower GI. Dehydration to the point they had to bring in a radiologist and apply a Ultra Sound to find a good vain for a I. V. as nurses destroyed my vains.. Not their fault might I add.The next morning I had Balloon Enteroscopy. That was on 3.10.18. Since then, I can eat, actually sip liquids and eat sugar fre popsicles. Depression has taken over and my energy level is non-existent. It's trial and error as to what my pouch will allow. Soups, brothes, and popsicles are getting old quickly. I ordered Premiere Protein Shakes , needless to say, they taste chalky and terrible.. at least to me.Cant drink Gatorade,sugar free tea, sugar free Snaples, V8 juice ,barely bottled Water nor can I eat Unsweetened Applesauce, Tomato Soup, sugar free pudding. Seeing how I had to revert to a liquid food diet, I cant progress because of intolerence, extreme acid reflux, nausea and frothing. The surgeon did prescribe Ondansetron for nausea and it works a little. Omeprasol doesnt work on me anymore for acid reflux so, I sip Pepto Bismol.My question is,Will I ever get out of this rut? I wish I knew how long I will be this way as my body is melting and muscles are deteriorating. Day of surgery weigh in was 368.8. As of 3.16.18 weight is 328.9. Last October I weighed 384 pounds and went on a diet to lose weight before surgery so yes, the weight is coming off, but at an enormous painful price. I was told I may have to have the Balloon Enteroscopy maybe 2 more times. This journey is not a rocky road, its a boulder road. Anyone that has had this please help me to understand it better..

Doug

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Hi Doug! The only thing I can tell you is to keep on fighting and never surrender. It will get better. Did you get the powder form of Premiere Protein? The powder form is absolutely nasty. If you buy the pre-mixed kind in the supermarket, they are so much better. Also the mood swings absolutely suck but we just have to power through them. It's only temporary; it will not last. It may take time for your medical team to sort out some of the issues but keep your eyes on the prize: goal weight! :-)

[Duguhlug 3]

Thanks Mattymatt, As far as the Premiere Protein Shakes, I ordered the premixed cartons, chocolate, strawberry Cream, banana Cream flavors. Wife decided to add a scoop of halo ice cream and some ice and malt to them and it did make them taste better but I can understandingly only drink about 2 oz's at at time. I pray things get better. Thank you for your kind words.

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[Duguhlug 3]

Aww! I'm so sorry you are having to deal with this! [emoji20] Take it one hour at a time, one day at a time hon! Post here often!

Thank you for your prayers. God surely will guide me down the right path.

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[Duguhlug 3]

I'm so sorry to hear about everything your going through! Saying a prayer for you...

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Thank you for your prayers... I surely need them.

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[Duguhlug 3]

Did you have reflux prior to surgery? Did they do and endoscopy?

If you are having frothing and severe reflux they might end up having to do bypass [emoji20] please keep us updated. I hope you feel better.

Bypass? I hope not. The frothing seems to be subsiding. The reflux continues however.

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[KateBruin 344]

I had Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery on 2.15.18. I couldn't keep anything down no matter what it was. I ended up back in the hospital and they gave me a CT Scan with contrast to check for leakage...( Barium is the MOST DISGUSTING!!!). Anywho,There wasn't any leakage but I was extremely dehydrated and had Stricture in my lower GI. Dehydration to the point they had to bring in a radiologist and apply a Ultra Sound to find a good vain for a I. V. as nurses destroyed my vains.. Not their fault might I add.The next morning I had Balloon Enteroscopy. That was on 3.10.18. Since then, I can eat, actually sip liquids and eat sugar fre popsicles. Depression has taken over and my energy level is non-existent. It's trial and error as to what my pouch will allow. Soups, brothes, and popsicles are getting old quickly. I ordered Premiere Protein Shakes , needless to say, they taste chalky and terrible.. at least to me.Cant drink Gatorade,sugar free tea, sugar free Snaples, V8 juice ,barely bottled Water nor can I eat Unsweetened Applesauce, Tomato Soup, sugar free pudding. Seeing how I had to revert to a liquid food diet, I cant progress because of intolerence, extreme acid reflux, nausea and frothing. The surgeon did prescribe Ondansetron for nausea and it works a little. Omeprasol doesnt work on me anymore for acid reflux so, I sip Pepto Bismol.My question is,Will I ever get out of this rut? I wish I knew how long I will be this way as my body is melting and muscles are deteriorating. Day of surgery weigh in was 368.8. As of 3.16.18 weight is 328.9. Last October I weighed 384 pounds and went on a diet to lose weight before surgery so yes, the weight is coming off, but at an enormous painful price. I was told I may have to have the Balloon Enteroscopy maybe 2 more times. This journey is not a rocky road, its a boulder road. Anyone that has had this please help me to understand it better..
Doug
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I’ve had similar or possibly more severe complications. Subclinical gastroparesis, severe GERD and possible issues with my esophageal muscles. I get torture test results Monday. Let me tell you, the barium test was the easiest one I’ve ever had. Didn’t hate it. I’m 7 months out. For 3 months I vomit regularly, get the foamies, rarely eat solid food and mostly rely on Meal Replacement shakes and Protein Shakes. My GERD is so bad when I did a 48 hour pH study I was choking on pure stomach acid at pH 1!! There’s only about 4 solid foods I can tolerate.

Still don’t regret the surgery.