Update

[Guest guest]

Lorie,

Thanks for the alert! - didn't know about the fluoride in there...

On Sun, 2010-04-04 at 06:08 +0000, ***** wrote:

> ...

>

> Fluoxetine is fluoride based, waaaaayyyyy more complications and

> weaning problems with these....don't go there!!! Try weaning down to

> another ssri like elavil (it's been around a loooog time) and wean

> down off of that. I was on 75mg for sleep issues back in '94 and have

> been able to get down and off of it and 25mg tablets on hand when I

> desperately need help sleeping.

>

> Lorie

[Guest guest]

No crucifixion here, Bruce. I prayed everyday during the 5 years of my

depression, for guidance and help from God. I believe he has answered my

prayers; it just took awhile longer than I wanted it to!!

Thank you, everyone, for all your suggestions. I am going to follow up on every

one of them.

I take meds for my thyroid, depression and LDN for the MS. I also have

microscopic (autoimmune) colitis (which nothing seems to help..). But I also

takes tons of supplements, am on a No-carb diet, and do hours of research online

every night.

I am not stopping the quest just because one or the other of the meds happens to

be working right now. Trust me; I do not like taking them. I am open to just

about anything.

This is why I appreciate this group so much. I have learned so much from

everyone. I have quit other groups--you all are a special bunch, for sure.

Beverly

>

> I'll be crucufied for this, but don't care:

> From their site:

>

> " Stephan, in reflecting on the marvelous recovery of his children,

said; " Truly God has answered my pleadings and intense prayers with a great

blessing. " Thousands of participants have borne that same witness and

acknowledged the hand of God in bringing restoration to their life or that of a

loved one. Hence, we have named this web site " TRUEHOPE " because we believe that

true hope can only be found in the healing sustenance that God has provided for

us. No man or company or science can ever replicate or replace that which our

Creator has provided for us. In seeking to treat the symptom, we have all

ignored the Source. "

> http://www.truehope.com/truehope_bipolar_disorder_about_discovery.aspx

>

> Bruce

>

[Guest guest]

Hi : thanks. Yes, I am gluten free for about 18 mos. now. Currently

flour free totally for about 6 wks. The gluten free did nothing for the

depression. But that's OK; I still think it's good for my health, for the MS,

etc. so I'm sticking to it. Who knows? maybe long enough on gluten free/flour

free I'll be able to wean off meds.

I know I feel better right now, in general, flour-free. Mentally and

physically.

Beverly

> > > >

> > > > Beverly, For depression, nothing beats magnesium. The best way to take

magnesium is to apply magnesium chloride topically. This way, you can absorb

large amounts of magnesium without worrying about diarrhea. The next best way is

to eat lots of cashews or almonds, both of which have a high magnesium-to-

calcium ratio.

> > > >

> > > > Also helpful is folic acid.

> > > >

> > > > /Israel

>

[Guest guest]

Prozac is what started my roller coaster ride in the first place. After 2 yrs

on it, I ended up in a worse state than when I started it, plus I went thru

withdrawal getting off it.

None of them are any good. I say this for people thinking of going on an

SSRI--try everything else first; use these as an absolutely, positively last

resort. IMO.

Beverly

>

>

> ...

>

> Fluoxetine is fluoride based, waaaaayyyyy more complications and weaning

problems with these....don't go there!!! Try weaning down to another ssri like

elavil (it's been around a loooog time) and wean down off of that. I was on

75mg for sleep issues back in '94 and have been able to get down and off of it

and 25mg tablets on hand when I desperately need help sleeping.

>

> Lorie

>

> >

[Guest guest]

I use to the make a loaf of bread once a a month. I haven't made any bread for the past 2 months since I had been planning and packing and moving and unpacking.I have been making a lot of pancakes(blueberries), grilling meat and eating fruits and vegis. Safer that way and it has been easier for me right now.Hopefully I'll get into baking mode here soon. I could use some bread. from IllinoisFrom: Beverly53 <beebie10@...>iodine Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 7:49:26 PMSubject: Re: update

Hi : thanks. Yes, I am gluten free for about 18 mos. now. Currently flour free totally for about 6 wks. The gluten free did nothing for the depression. But that's OK; I still think it's good for my health, for the MS, etc. so I'm sticking to it. Who knows? maybe long enough on gluten free/flour free I'll be able to wean off meds.

I know I feel better right now, in general, flour-free. Mentally and physically.

Beverly

> > > >

> > > > Beverly, For depression, nothing beats magnesium. The best way to take magnesium is to apply magnesium chloride topically. This way, you can absorb large amounts of magnesium without worrying about diarrhea. The next best way is to eat lots of cashews or almonds, both of which have a high magnesium-to- calcium ratio.

> > > >

> > > > Also helpful is folic acid.

> > > >

> > > > /Israel

>

[Guest guest]

grain is full of mycotoxines.learn from doug kaufmann and avoid cancer

On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 4:36 PM, ND <blessedark2009@...> wrote:

 

I use to  the make a loaf of bread once a a month. I haven't made any bread for the past 2 months since I had been planning and packing and moving and unpacking.I have been making a lot of pancakes(blueberries), grilling meat and eating fruits and vegis. Safer that way and it has been easier for me right now.

Hopefully I'll get into baking mode here soon. I could use some bread.

  from Illinois

From: Beverly53 <beebie10@...>iodine

Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 7:49:26 PMSubject: Re: update 

Hi : thanks. Yes, I am gluten free for about 18 mos. now. Currently flour free totally for about 6 wks. The gluten free did nothing for the depression. But that's OK; I still think it's good for my health, for the MS, etc. so I'm sticking to it. Who knows? maybe long enough on gluten free/flour free I'll be able to wean off meds.

I know I feel better right now, in general, flour-free. Mentally and physically.Beverly> > > >> > > > Beverly, For depression, nothing beats magnesium. The best way to take magnesium is to apply magnesium chloride topically. This way, you can absorb large amounts of magnesium without worrying about diarrhea. The next best way is to eat lots of cashews or almonds, both of which have a high magnesium-to- calcium ratio.

> > > > > > > > Also helpful is folic acid.> > > > > > > > /Israel>

[Guest guest]

yes, go to www.knowthecause.com. Doug Kaufmann is so important a person...I watch his tv show 5 days a week. I have learned so much from him!

Re: update

Hi : thanks. Yes, I am gluten free for about 18 mos. now. Currently flour free totally for about 6 wks. The gluten free did nothing for the depression. But that's OK; I still think it's good for my health, for the MS, etc. so I'm sticking to it. Who knows? maybe long enough on gluten free/flour free I'll be able to wean off meds.I know I feel better right now, in general, flour-free. Mentally and physically.Beverly> > > >> > > > Beverly, For depression, nothing beats magnesium. The best way to take magnesium is to apply magnesium chloride topically. This way, you can absorb large amounts of magnesium without worrying about diarrhea. The next best way is to eat lots of cashews or almonds, both of which have a high magnesium-to- calcium ratio.> > > > > > > > Also helpful is folic acid.> > > > > > > > /Israel>

[Guest guest]

Hey , thanks. I'm keeping my eyes on things.

Truthfully, it's probably less the doctor than it is my own problems with

" authority figures " , domineering Dad, all that good stuff. Have trouble

speaking up for myself (unless it's anonymously posting messages!!!! LOL)

Beverly

> > >

> > > Careful with Geodon. One of the side effects is hypo or hyperthyroidism.

> > >

> > >

> > >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Hello

Me too. I'm scheduled with dr luketich on oct 20. To all the upcoming

ectomies, I am researching pre and post (especially post) surgery

nutrition with several md's and phd's. I will post what I discover. I

want to recover as quckly as possible and am working out like I am

getting ready for a big fight.

As I have posted I think dr luketich's transthoracic approach is

safest for me.

Good luck to all upcoming surgeries and let's all get ourselves ready

for a great recovery!

Steve (land)

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 13, 2010, at 6:02 PM, Ottenheimer

<hmottenheimer@...> wrote:

> The results are in and Rice says the next step is an ectomy. I was

> afraid of

> that. So, I could use some encouragement from all of you

> ectomists. I know

> there is life after an ectomy, and I have to assume its a lot better

> than what I

> presently have.

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

,

I am so sorry to hear this. It makes me REALLY hesitant to do anything with

Dr. Rice now. Why wasn't he able to do an endoscopic dilatation on you? Did he

try? What were his reasons for an ectomy and what kind of time frame did he give

you. I am assuming you want to go ahead ASAP since you can't swallow well.

Did he tell you why he thinks you are still having trouble swallowing right now?

Anymore details you feel like sharing?

I am sure that you will have tons of support here in this group and I am sure

you are going to be fine. Its just discouraging that the myotomy failed so

quickly.

How am I supposed to think that my results will be different?

Cara

>

> The results are in and Rice says the next step is an ectomy.  I was afraid of

> that.  So, I could use some encouragement from all of you ectomists.  I know

> there is life after an ectomy, and I have to assume its a lot better than what

I

> presently have. 

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Cara,

He did a dilation this am. Afterwards, The barium pictures showed a flacid

sigmoidal E. I watched the slow pace of how it emptied. The radiologist also

told me I had a serious problem.

My plan is to go on a 10 day silent meditative canoe trip on the green river in

Utah. I will find space for a couple of cases of ensure. I will make decisions

when I get back.

On Fri Aug 13th, 2010 8:14 PM EDT spotoca wrote:

>,

> I am so sorry to hear this. It makes me REALLY hesitant to do anything with

Dr. Rice now. Why wasn't he able to do an endoscopic dilatation on you? Did he

try? What were his reasons for an ectomy and what kind of time frame did he give

you. I am assuming you want to go ahead ASAP since you can't swallow well.

>

>Did he tell you why he thinks you are still having trouble swallowing right

now?

>

>Anymore details you feel like sharing?

>

>I am sure that you will have tons of support here in this group and I am sure

you are going to be fine. Its just discouraging that the myotomy failed so

quickly.

>

>How am I supposed to think that my results will be different?

>

>Cara

>

>

>>

>> The results are in and Rice says the next step is an ectomy.  I was afraid of

>> that.  So, I could use some encouragement from all of you ectomists.  I know

>> there is life after an ectomy, and I have to assume its a lot better than

what I

>> presently have. 

>>

>>

>>

>>

>>

>>

>>

[Guest guest]

Hi

Sorry to hear that you have to have the ectomy. Most patients come through this

operation completely cured but out there there are some who like me will

continue to have problems. Check out the ins and outs before the op and be

prepared for any complcations that may arise. I am not trying to put a dampner

on things but i am talking realisticaly here. Lokk seriously at the pros and

cons of this major, major operation. I hope that the decision that you take will

be the right one for you and wish you all the best and good luck.

from the UK

________________________________

From: Ottenheimer <hmottenheimer@...>

achalasia

Sent: Fri, August 13, 2010 11:02:21 PM

Subject: Update

 

The results are in and Rice says the next step is an ectomy.  I was afraid of

that.  So, I could use some encouragement from all of you ectomists.  I know

there is life after an ectomy, and I have to assume its a lot better than what I

presently have. 

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

Glad to hear you are doing somewhat better but sorry issues still linger.

Hopefully as you get further out from your HM things will settle down more and

your swallowing will continue to get better. I have been a vegeterian myself for

about 15 years and used to eat alot of leafy greens too but have reduced greatly

over the last 3 or 4 years because they never went down well after the Achalasia

started. This never improved for me either after my HM last year. But I often

think that I have saved myself alot of stess and discomfort by not eating meat.

I would think that having a piece of steak sitting in ones E for a day or two

cannot be too good of a feeling. I am getting ready for ectomy in two weeks and

have been really trying to put extra weight on before hand but just keep going

in the other direction. about 3 to 5 lbs per week. I am sure my vegeterian diet

doesn't help with this and it is sometimes hard to get enough protein without

having A on a vegetarian diet. Was wondering what you do for protein?

Thanks,

Jeff

>

> Its been months since my myo and the results are mixed.  I still can't get

leafy

> greens down, and I have to eat bread slowly with lots of water.  Pasta seems

to

> work best, and since I'm mainly a vegetarian I don't have an issue with meat. 

I

> still live mainly off of my morning smoothy that contains vitamins, minerals,

> dessicated greens, flax oil, cocoanut milk and rice milk.  I made a tasty

squash

> dish last night that went down with no problem.  I still am mindful of each

meal

> and each bite.  I have no regrets of having the myo, but my expectations of

> having a care free eating life has not been my reality.

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

wrote:

> ... I still can't get leafy greens down, ...

I have an idea, that may or may not work for you, or that you would even

be happy with. There is a way to cut greens very small. Stack the leaves

like sheets of paper then roll them like rolling tobacco for a cigar.

Cut like you are slicing the end off of a cucumber. That should make

ribbons from the greens. Then cut across the ribbons to make small

pieces. Cut as finely as needed.

We like to think that we can just chew the food well and that will be

good enough, but leaves often don't breakup much with chewing. They are

so thin that they can get perforated without being cut into pieces by

our teeth. If you ever had dumping after eating a salad you may have

noticed that.

notan

[Guest guest]

Jeff,

Besides the veg protein powder in my morning smoothy and lots of bean and lentil

dishes, I eat farm raised fish to obtain needed protein.  I avoid meats from

factories not only for health but for karmic reasons.  How did you come to

decide on an ectomy? 

________________________________

From: jp_shaw1 <jp_shaw1@...>

achalasia

Sent: Fri, October 1, 2010 2:02:19 PM

Subject: Re: Update

 

Hi ,

Glad to hear you are doing somewhat better but sorry issues still linger.

Hopefully as you get further out from your HM things will settle down more and

your swallowing will continue to get better. I have been a vegeterian myself for

about 15 years and used to eat alot of leafy greens too but have reduced greatly

over the last 3 or 4 years because they never went down well after the Achalasia

started. This never improved for me either after my HM last year. But I often

think that I have saved myself alot of stess and discomfort by not eating meat.

I would think that having a piece of steak sitting in ones E for a day or two

cannot be too good of a feeling. I am getting ready for ectomy in two weeks and

have been really trying to put extra weight on before hand but just keep going

in the other direction. about 3 to 5 lbs per week. I am sure my vegeterian diet

doesn't help with this and it is sometimes hard to get enough protein without

having A on a vegetarian diet. Was wondering what you do for protein?

Thanks,

Jeff

>

> Its been months since my myo and the results are mixed.  I still can't get

>leafy

>

> greens down, and I have to eat bread slowly with lots of water.  Pasta seems

to

>

> work best, and since I'm mainly a vegetarian I don't have an issue with

meat. 

>I

>

> still live mainly off of my morning smoothy that contains vitamins, minerals,

> dessicated greens, flax oil, cocoanut milk and rice milk.  I made a tasty

>squash

>

> dish last night that went down with no problem.  I still am mindful of each

>meal

>

> and each bite.  I have no regrets of having the myo, but my expectations of

> having a care free eating life has not been my reality.

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I rely on the food processor and soups for my veggies.

________________________________

From: notan ostrich <notan_ostrich@...>

achalasia

Sent: Fri, October 1, 2010 3:18:58 PM

Subject: Re: Update

 

wrote:

> ... I still can't get leafy greens down, ...

I have an idea, that may or may not work for you, or that you would even

be happy with. There is a way to cut greens very small. Stack the leaves

like sheets of paper then roll them like rolling tobacco for a cigar.

Cut like you are slicing the end off of a cucumber. That should make

ribbons from the greens. Then cut across the ribbons to make small

pieces. Cut as finely as needed.

We like to think that we can just chew the food well and that will be

good enough, but leaves often don't breakup much with chewing. They are

so thin that they can get perforated without being cut into pieces by

our teeth. If you ever had dumping after eating a salad you may have

noticed that.

notan

[Guest guest]

The Heller has mixed results with many ,some it gives relief but only on a temp

basis,others it is the 1 and only that works for them.We're all different,some

includeing myself the 1st one worked for many years the 2nd was done as a option

before a full Ecto.My E was taken out because it was actually a stretched out

bag that retained food and wouldnt allow anything to pass.Im 7months post op and

doing awesome.I too am mindful of what I eat and realize that I must eat small

portions frequently.

>

> Its been months since my myo and the results are mixed.  I still can't get

leafy

> greens down, and I have to eat bread slowly with lots of water.  Pasta seems

to

> work best, and since I'm mainly a vegetarian I don't have an issue with meat. 

I

> still live mainly off of my morning smoothy that contains vitamins, minerals,

> dessicated greens, flax oil, cocoanut milk and rice milk.  I made a tasty

squash

> dish last night that went down with no problem.  I still am mindful of each

meal

> and each bite.  I have no regrets of having the myo, but my expectations of

> having a care free eating life has not been my reality.

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Jeff and ,

glad to hear eating has gotten a little easier for you. I am also a

vegeterian. I also get protein from beans and lentils. Another good way to get

protein is from Quinoa. It's a grain that you can buy at the health food store.

I use it as a meat subsitute in most things (soups, spaghetti, chili, tacos).

I had my check up with Dr. Rice a few weeks ago and was pleased to find that my

E is smaller that he had expected. He did do a little dilation because I was

getting nausiated. He thought it had something to do with the wrap.

JoAnn

>

> Hi ,

> Glad to hear you are doing somewhat better but sorry issues still linger.

Hopefully as you get further out from your HM things will settle down more and

your swallowing will continue to get better. I have been a vegeterian myself for

about 15 years and used to eat alot of leafy greens too but have reduced greatly

over the last 3 or 4 years because they never went down well after the Achalasia

started. This never improved for me either after my HM last year. But I often

think that I have saved myself alot of stess and discomfort by not eating meat.

I would think that having a piece of steak sitting in ones E for a day or two

cannot be too good of a feeling. I am getting ready for ectomy in two weeks and

have been really trying to put extra weight on before hand but just keep going

in the other direction. about 3 to 5 lbs per week. I am sure my vegeterian diet

doesn't help with this and it is sometimes hard to get enough protein without

having A on a vegetarian diet. Was wondering what you do for protein?

> Thanks,

> Jeff

>>

[Guest guest]

Hey - have you looked into getting a dilation done? It's not at ALL

uncommon to need a little 'tweaking' after the myo to get things just right. It

may be just what you need to get you to the next level of comfort and ease your

swallowing for awhile.

BTW - maybe you already posted this and I just missed it but - how was the canoe

trip??

~ in NC

>

> Its been months since my myo and the results are mixed.  I still can't get

leafy

> greens down, and I have to eat bread slowly with lots of water.  Pasta seems

to

> work best, and since I'm mainly a vegetarian I don't have an issue with meat. 

I

> still live mainly off of my morning smoothy that contains vitamins, minerals,

> dessicated greens, flax oil, cocoanut milk and rice milk.  I made a tasty

squash

> dish last night that went down with no problem.  I still am mindful of each

meal

> and each bite.  I have no regrets of having the myo, but my expectations of

> having a care free eating life has not been my reality.

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I did have a dilation 8 weeks after the myo and it was a definite

improvement.  It made my canoe trip even better than fantastic.  I went with

a

group of 18 in 9 canoes with 2 vipassana teachers.  It was a silent Buddhist

retreat with 2 meditation periods a day and a Dharma talk every evening.  The

silence made for some interesting paddeling with your partner.  My partner was

the woman I live with. We talked for two full days after the retreat non-stop.

 Two out of the 10 days was a solo trip up a canyon where I camped alone for 2

nights and stayed in one spot.  It was incredible to be in the magnificant

canyons of the Colorado River totally away from anything that resembled

civilization.  It gave me unlimited time to be with my thoughts and be able to

watch where my mind goes.  My swallowing was pretty good, but spitting up was

also so easy to do when I was on the river or camping on the shore. Bread

didn't

go down so well. We had a vegetarian cook who knew my problem so she overcooked

the veggies for me and gave me extra tofu.  It was an incredible experience.

Thanks for asking.

________________________________

From: zlmmom1 <mcnairmichelle@...>

achalasia

Sent: Sat, October 2, 2010 6:49:23 AM

Subject: Re: Update

 

Hey - have you looked into getting a dilation done? It's not at ALL

uncommon to need a little 'tweaking' after the myo to get things just right. It

may be just what you need to get you to the next level of comfort and ease your

swallowing for awhile.

BTW - maybe you already posted this and I just missed it but - how was the canoe

trip??

~ in NC

>

> Its been months since my myo and the results are mixed.  I still can't get

>leafy

>

> greens down, and I have to eat bread slowly with lots of water.  Pasta seems

to

>

> work best, and since I'm mainly a vegetarian I don't have an issue with

meat. 

>I

>

> still live mainly off of my morning smoothy that contains vitamins, minerals,

> dessicated greens, flax oil, cocoanut milk and rice milk.  I made a tasty

>squash

>

> dish last night that went down with no problem.  I still am mindful of each

>meal

>

> and each bite.  I have no regrets of having the myo, but my expectations of

> having a care free eating life has not been my reality.

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Good news , but be aware, there is nothing normal about a TSH of 3.7. You

would be treated as hypothyroid in several countires including Belguim, Sweden

and America. The raised TSH means that although your thyroid is putting out

thyroid hormones, it is having to be driven hard to do it.

Watch the TSH, if it rises whilst the T4 drops then you really know that the

thyroid is struggling. I would let your doc know that people are treated

with a TSH of 2.5 in other countries.

. (G)

>

> Hi all,

>

> After my uninspiring visit to the endo (I was referred by a locum cos my

> GP was on holiday) I made an appointment to see my GP.

>

> He was much more sympathetic and said that he believed one could be

> hypothyroid and have normal bloods. (TSH 3.7 [0.4-4.0] T4 17.01 [i

> think the ref range was 12-19 but I only got a quick look]) He also

> believes in T4/T3 conversion problems unlike the endo who said it was a

> load of rubbish!

>

> He has requested freeT3 and thyroid antibody but warned me that the lab

> may query it although he wrote on the forms that I had normal thyroid

> function panel but symptoms of hypo.

>

> I guess we'll wait and see. I'll post again when I get the results.

>

> He did give me hope though and promised to get to the bottom of why I am

> soooo tired.

>

> Best wishes to all

>

> Regards

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hello Audrey, you don't need to stop y our HC when you start the

Nutri Adrenal Extra. The latter contain many minerals and vitamins that help

boost the adrenal function and go alongside HC. Yes, because some of the

ingredients in the NAE can have an adverse effect on some people, it is always

best to ensure your body can cope with it, so we recommend you start taking

just one tablet with breakfast for the first 7 days, and then increase by

another table but take this one with your lunch. Always take with food. Never

take any after 1.00p.m. because the ingredients could stimulate your adrenals

too much and keep you awake. After another 7 days, if you are not starting to

feel better, then add another tablet with your breakfast and see how you feel.

This is one medication where you increase according to how you feel.

Some people complain of feeling a bit sickly after taking NAE

but this is often because the person has not taken them with food. They don't

like an empty tummy.

let us know your ferritin level results as soon as you have

them. Did they also test your vitamin B12, vitamin D3, magnesium, folate,

copper and zinc levels too? These are important and if they have not been

tested, you need to find out their levels in case these too need supplementing.

Good luck with Dr Theodora - and I hope the weather stays good

for you to travel.

Luv - Sheila

PS - thanks for you remarks re the help you receive from this

group. We get this over and over again and I am delighted that we are able to

support you in your travels back to normal health.

Hello Sheila, TPA members and all.

I am writing to let you know that I am feeling more human and not in quite so

much pain or distress. I now have the adrenal extra support but I am not sure

as it says take two daily and I think that you said one at breakfast building

up after a week or so Could you please advise me Sheila and also whether I

should now reduce the HC as I went up to 20mg a day and that certainly did

help.

I get my ferritin results next week and have also asked for my ATCH test

results as I was just told they are normal. Endo's secrtary says she has to

have permisson to tell me and will ring on Monday!!

Just one week to go until I see Dr N - fingers crossed.

Love

Audrey

PS I did belong to another group for many years but have never had the help I

recieve from this group it has been quite remarkable to say the least.

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[Guest guest]

Been thinking about you all weekend! So glad to hear you are doing well. Hang in

there, its all uphill from here. You are on the other side!! Still waiting to

here from Steve.

I look forward to your future posts! Rest for now.

C

>

> Doing well. Still in some pain. Right more late. Jeff shaw

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Jeff,

Thanks for the update, glad that you are doing well.  Stay strong and hang in

there!!!  I know it's a tough procedure, keeping you in my

prayers.....thankfully it is over! 

Julee So Calif.

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From: jp_shaw1 <jp_shaw1@...>

achalasia

Sent: Mon, October 25, 2010 8:12:16 AM

Subject: update

 

Doing well. Still in some pain. Right more late. Jeff shaw

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Congratulations Jeff,

It sounds like there were no complications. Please use the spirometer as often

as you are able, and walk as much as possible too. I still have shortness of

breath occasionally, and wish I had used the spirometer even more than required.

Enjoy the drugs . . . and ask questions

(Just celebrated my 3rd anniversary for my esophagectomy and I

remember it like it was yesterday)