Guest guest Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Hey Im glad I saw this post I do have a occasional drink how long before you could drink a beer? I know anything with soda is bad right now (almost a month now), but I was wondering about wine or a mixed drink? thanks wes Isabella Hey Isabella - just to let you know - for your vacation plansI've had my first few glasses of wine already and I'm only about 10 weeks out! I started small, 1 glass with my dinner for my birthday and I only drank about 1/2 of it. Whew! when alcohol goes straight to the intestines - it also goes straight to your head. The good thing is that I'll be a cheap date!So you should be fine by that time to enjoy some of that fabulous Italian wine also!Vacation in July is a good goal. I'm also going on vacation in July - a week long cruise and that's been my goal all along - to be in the position to eat all of that great food and drink what I want without issues (I've been on 2 cruises in the last 5 years and spent hours with spasms on both of them!I have so far found that there's not really anything that I can't eat as long as I watch my quantity. I still only eat about 1/2 meal at a time and go back about 2 hours later for the other 1/2. I even ate raw celery the other day and it went down great!Soon it will all be over and you'll be moving on...- in NC Never miss a thing. Make your homepage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Hi- I discovered one really great drink while dealing with achalasia and it is mixing champagne with boysenberry nectar(from bulk foods section of grocery stores). It is very yummy. Champagne has been listed as good for digestion. Regards, Jan Isabella Hey Isabella - just to let you know - for your vacation plansI've had my first few glasses of wine already and I'm only about 10 weeks out! I started small, 1 glass with my dinner for my birthday and I only drank about 1/2 of it. Whew! when alcohol goes straight to the intestines - it also goes straight to your head. The good thing is that I'll be a cheap date!So you should be fine by that time to enjoy some of that fabulous Italian wine also!Vacation in July is a good goal. I'm also going on vacation in July - a week long cruise and that's been my goal all along - to be in the position to eat all of that great food and drink what I want without issues (I've been on 2 cruises in the last 5 years and spent hours with spasms on both of them!I have so far found that there's not really anything that I can't eat as long as I watch my quantity. I still only eat about 1/2 meal at a time and go back about 2 hours later for the other 1/2. I even ate raw celery the other day and it went down great!Soon it will all be over and you'll be moving on...- in NC Never miss a thing. Make your homepage. Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Isabella, I'm what sandy calls a lurker. I been "listening" here for about 2 years and have read all your posts. After rereading my post to you please know that I am totally happy for you [even though I am jealous]. I've had this for about 32 years so I feel like I'm doing okay. Yes I am going for an ectomy in aug. I'll be going to seattle to dr. Pelligrini. To everybody wondering about the length of time a myotomy can last, It's been 32 years for me with very few problems. I know sometimes we feel that God has "picked" on us but If you step back and think of other diseases we could have, we could be considered fortunate. My brother-in-law was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has a very bad future in store for him. That's not to say we aren't MISERABLE sometimes, but that could put it in perspective. Again I say Isabella, I am very happy for you. Hang in there we are all wishing the best for you. I'll let you know when my time comes. Love and prayers Jeanie in montanaIsabella Arnold <arnoldisabella@...> wrote: Dear Jeanie, Are you facing an -ectomy too now? Sorry, I haven't really kept up with the board lately. I've had to take some steps back and took it easy and skipped many messages, so I am not really up to date. Jeanie I can so much understand your jealousy, if I were you I would feel exactly the same!!! I have been dealing with my achalasia for way over 15 years now too (I am 34 y. old, married, mother of 2) and had all possible treatments. The hardest path for me has been these last few years. I knew things were heading towards another surgery, but I had to fight so hard to get myself in the hands of a specialised doctor and to find out what the best way for me would be. January 2007 I finally got that second myotomy and it failed. After that I went through a long time of uncertainty: what surgery was I supposed to have (I was offered a new type of surgery in Germany), who was supposed to do it etc. etc. Finally September 6th 2007 I decided together with my surgeons to go for the -ectomy and I was put on the waiting list (infamous Dutch thing, I am from The Netherlands). Finally I was put on the emergency list a few weeks ago and now I am finally heading towards D-Day. Two years of waiting is a long time, Jeanie. I know this last year at some times drove me absolutely nuts, but please stay positive and strong and you'll make it too. The waiting is the hardest part and in about half a year you will be able to move on with your life too. Love, Isabella Re: Re: Isabella Hi Isabella, [ I love your name] I know you are a bit nervous right now but I thought I'd let you know that I am jealous. I've been waiting almost 2 years for surgery, due to insurance issues and a few other things. I think I'll be able to have mine in august. I will be watching the board and having lots of good thoughts and prayers for you. Just think, You'll be able to help me thru mine. Lots of good wishes from montana, JeanieLattimore <deborah_Lattimore> wrote: Hey, Isabella, I'll be sending out my best "vibes" and good wishes and I'll be thinking of youDeborah when your surgical date arrives. All Best Wishes, and a speedy recovery, too, Deborah Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Jeanie: I had surgery in Seattle in Dec. 07 with Dr. P. Any way I can be helpful just ask.Joanne in Palm Desert , > > Isabella, > I'm what sandy calls a lurker. I been " listening " here for about 2 years and have read all your posts. After rereading my post to you please know that I am totally happy for you [even though I am jealous]. I've had this for about 32 years so I feel like I'm doing okay. > Yes I am going for an ectomy in aug. I'll be going to seattle to dr. Pelligrini. > > > To everybody wondering about the length of time a myotomy can last, It's been 32 years for me with very few problems. I know sometimes we feel that God has " picked " on us but If you step back and think of other diseases we could have, we could be considered fortunate. My brother-in-law was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has a very bad future in store for him. That's not to say we aren't MISERABLE sometimes, but that could put it in perspective. > > Again I say Isabella, I am very happy for you. Hang in there we are all wishing the best for you. I'll let you know when my time comes. > > Love and prayers > Jeanie in montana > > Isabella Arnold arnoldisabella@... wrote: > Dear Jeanie, > > Are you facing an -ectomy too now? Sorry, I haven't really kept up with the board lately. I've had to take some steps back and took it easy and skipped many messages, so I am not really up to date. > > Jeanie I can so much understand your jealousy, if I were you I would feel exactly the same!!! I have been dealing with my achalasia for way over 15 years now too (I am 34 y. old, married, mother of 2) and had all possible treatments. The hardest path for me has been these last few years. I knew things were heading towards another surgery, but I had to fight so hard to get myself in the hands of a specialised doctor and to find out what the best way for me would be. January 2007 I finally got that second myotomy and it failed. After that I went through a long time of uncertainty: what surgery was I supposed to have (I was offered a new type of surgery in Germany), who was supposed to do it etc. etc. Finally September 6th 2007 I decided together with my surgeons to go for the -ectomy and I was put on the waiting list (infamous Dutch thing, I am from The Netherlands). Finally I was put on the emergency list a few weeks ago and now I am finally heading towards D-Day. > > Two years of waiting is a long time, Jeanie. I know this last year at some times drove me absolutely nuts, but please stay positive and strong and you'll make it too. The waiting is the hardest part and in about half a year you will be able to move on with your life too. > > Love, > Isabella > > > Re: Re: Isabella > > Hi Isabella, > [ I love your name] I know you are a bit nervous right now but I thought I'd let you know that I am jealous. I've been waiting almost 2 years for surgery, due to insurance issues and a few other things. I think I'll be able to have mine in august. > I will be watching the board and having lots of good thoughts and prayers for you. Just think, You'll be able to help me thru mine. > Lots of good wishes from montana, Jeanie > > Lattimore <deborah_Lattimore> wrote: > Hey, Isabella, > > I'll be sending out my best " vibes " and good wishes and I'll be thinking of youDeborah when > your surgical date arrives. > All Best Wishes, and a speedy recovery, too, > Deborah > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. > > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. > > > > > --------------------------------- > Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile. Try it now. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Jeanie, That is great news! I guess it didn't sink in you had made real plans. I know you worked hard to get the surgery and had to explore a lot of different channels. Yes, it is good to put it all in perspective. And best wishes to your brother-in-law and your family as you face all these health issues. Also Isabella, my best wishes for you upcoming surgery. Sandy (originally from Montana) ((where is the other guy from Montana? Wonder what he is doing?))>> Isabella,> I'm what sandy calls a lurker. I been "listening" here for about 2 years and have read all your posts. After rereading my post to you please know that I am totally happy for you [even though I am jealous]. I've had this for about 32 years so I feel like I'm doing okay.> Yes I am going for an ectomy in aug. I'll be going to seattle to dr. Pelligrini.> > > To everybody wondering about the length of time a myotomy can last, It's been 32 years for me with very few problems. I know sometimes we feel that God has "picked" on us but If you step back and think of other diseases we could have, we could be considered fortunate. My brother-in-law was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has a very bad future in store for him. That's not to say we aren't MISERABLE sometimes, but that could put it in perspective. > > Again I say Isabella, I am very happy for you. Hang in there we are all wishing the best for you. I'll let you know when my time comes.> > Love and prayers> Jeanie in montana> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 22, 2008 Report Share Posted March 22, 2008 Sandy, I don't know where that other montanan is, I think his name is Jim. My plans are not written in stone yet but I have been in touch with dr. P. He said he would be "delighted" to see me. I'll firm up the dates when I find out about the medicare. Fingers and toes crossed it's sooner rather than later. I really just found out the dr. at duke didn't take me about 2 weeks ago. I've been "processing" this info. still have trouble even talking about it. That's another thing about this sight, you can blubber and nobody knows.LOL Love and prayers, Jeanie from montanatoomuchclutter <sandycarroll@...> wrote: Jeanie, That is great news! I guess it didn't sink in you had made real plans. I know you worked hard to get the surgery and had to explore a lot of different channels. Yes, it is good to put it all in perspective. And best wishes to your brother-in-law and your family as you face all these health issues. Also Isabella, my best wishes for you upcoming surgery. Sandy (originally from Montana) ((where is the other guy from Montana? Wonder what he is doing?))>> Isabella,> I'm what sandy calls a lurker. I been "listening" here for about 2 years and have read all your posts. After rereading my post to you please know that I am totally happy for you [even though I am jealous]. I've had this for about 32 years so I feel like I'm doing okay.> Yes I am going for an ectomy in aug. I'll be going to seattle to dr. Pelligrini.> > > To everybody wondering about the length of time a myotomy can last, It's been 32 years for me with very few problems. I know sometimes we feel that God has "picked" on us but If you step back and think of other diseases we could have, we could be considered fortunate. My brother-in-law was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and has a very bad future in store for him. That's not to say we aren't MISERABLE sometimes, but that could put it in perspective. > > Again I say Isabella, I am very happy for you. Hang in there we are all wishing the best for you. I'll let you know when my time comes.> > Love and prayers> Jeanie in montana> Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 9, 2008 Report Share Posted April 9, 2008 So very good to hear from you directly. I know first hand what these last 2 weeks have been like for you and I will warn you - the first 2 months were pretty rough but then suddenly - it all got MUCH better very quickly and now - I feel great! I just had lunch with girlfriends, a cup of cheddar potato soup and 1/2 of a small salad *with bacon on it* and it was almost like being back to normal. The real test is going to be next month - I turned 40 in March so I'm throwing myself a soiree to celebrate! Nothing real fancy or formal, just some friends out for an evening of eating and drinking wine and maybe some dancing!! Hard to believe my surgery was just 3 months ago. Soon - you'll be in Italy with your family having your own soiree and feeling great. Thanks too to Astrid for keeping us so well informed. Take care and TAKE IT EASY - in NC joining the ranks of the now achalasia free! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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