Guest guest Posted July 26, 2003 Report Share Posted July 26, 2003 By the time I was home, 10 days later, I was in virtually no pain from the incision. Even when n developed the fountain, it didn't hurt. The dang drain bulbs were the worst part of it. Re: nausea how long were you in pain from the incision. im hearing people say PS is worse. that is so weird. then again- when you think of what the PS entails, i guess i can understand. my mom had a bunch done and she was in pain for a month. she doesnt regret it at all though. v- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2003 Report Share Posted July 26, 2003 > By the time I was home, 10 days later, I was in virtually no pain from > the incision. Even when n developed the fountain, it didn't hurt. The > dang drain bulbs were the worst part of it. > > > Re: nausea > yes- i know the drains wont be fun but i deal with pain a lot better than nausea. the drains coming out are probably a great feeling.after they are out...lol > v- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 26, 2003 Report Share Posted July 26, 2003 > In a message dated 7/26/2003 5:11:48 PM Pacific Daylight Time, > plwboy2@a... writes: > > i hope everyone out there > > will be praying for me too- and my husband(james), my son (garrett) > > and my dogs (jake and toby). > > > > You know, Vicki, that we are quite a praying bunch, so we will surround you > and uplift you with our prayers, as we do all the preops, postops and people > who have been brought to our attention, plus their families and pets! > > Hugs and blessings, Ann thank you- that means a lot to me- knowing im not going in alone. im going to think of all of you and how you successfully made it through. vicki > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 Im not sure about the nausea,but not wanting to eat yeah definitely.Still remember not being hungry at all when I was real sick and in the hospital with the onset,it was not until the doc decided to weigh me when I knew and wow I had lost almost 50 pounds.Of course I have gained everything back ,but heh I will sacrifice the weight for feeling better that's a no brainier ehh.Also I will find same as you when im hurting more I eat less,problem with me lol I have been feeling good and eating way too much ehh.Ohh well hope the nausea eases for you and you feel like eating instead of just eating and not really enjoying the food.Take care. d.Canada - Original Message ----- From: Caroline Baylis Stillsdisease Sent: Monday, January 05, 2004 8:14 AM Subject: Nausea Hi allDoes anyone suffer from general nausea and bloated feeling in stomach and disinterest in eating? All these things are on going problems for me and no one seems to know why or what to do. It's always worse when my joint pain is worse.C 2Visit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 5, 2004 Report Share Posted January 5, 2004 Im not sure about the nausea,but not wanting to eat yeah definitely.Still remember not being hungry at all when I was real sick and in the hospital with the onset,it was not until the doc decided to weigh me when I knew and wow I had lost almost 50 pounds.Of course I have gained everything back ,but heh I will sacrifice the weight for feeling better that's a no brainier ehh.Also I will find same as you when im hurting more I eat less,problem with me lol I have been feeling good and eating way too much ehh.Ohh well hope the nausea eases for you and you feel like eating instead of just eating and not really enjoying the food.Take care. d.Canada - Original Message ----- From: Caroline Baylis Stillsdisease Sent: Monday, January 05, 2004 8:14 AM Subject: Nausea Hi allDoes anyone suffer from general nausea and bloated feeling in stomach and disinterest in eating? All these things are on going problems for me and no one seems to know why or what to do. It's always worse when my joint pain is worse.C 2Visit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 Hey Caroline! I sometimes get severe nausea and lack of appetite (which is definitely not me because I love food!). I find that this occurs when I allow myself to get extremely overtired. I haven't had it in awhile, but it is very difficult to ignore when it happens - off to bed I have to go! Then, the nausea usually subsides. I don't know if this helps - probably not what you wanted to hear - rest - not easy with 3 children. I hope the nausea is subsiding....Love, Chris >From: Caroline Baylis <caroline@...> >> >Hi all > >Does anyone suffer from general nausea and bloated feeling in stomach >and disinterest in eating? All these things are on going problems for >me and no one seems to know why or what to do. It's always worse when >my joint pain is worse. > >C 2 > _________________________________________________________________ Check your PC for viruses with the FREE McAfee online computer scan. http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2004 Report Share Posted January 10, 2004 Yes, I have all these things - nausea, bloating, no appetite. For me, it's not bad all the time but can make me pretty miserable. Also, with the bloating - I never know which pants I'll be able to wear!! lol Have sizes many different sized pants, depending on my tummy that day. Did you ever get thrush infections with your Stills? I had a terrible thrush infection when my Stills first started. After being on pred, I get them occasionally. At least for me, even thrush in the mouth & throat can cause nausea, bloating and gas. I know some of the nausea, etc. is caused by my meds as well. When I stopped the plaquenil, I noticed a marked increase in my appetite after about two weeks. A few things that help me are taking acidophilus capsules, or eating lots of yogurt if you like it. Also, the best things to help my tummy are Sprite (room temp & flat - don't laugh!) or a cup of " luke-warm " tea. I make a cup of hot decaf tea, and make it very weak, just a few dunks of the tea bag. Then I put 2 or 3 ice cups in to cool it down. This works great, especially in the mornings. Hope this helps, Trish in PA Nausea > Does anyone suffer from general nausea and bloated feeling in stomach > and disinterest in eating? All these things are on going problems for > me and no one seems to know why or what to do. It's always worse when > my joint pain is worse. > > C 2 > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 Hi Guy's. I hope my Fellow Stilligans Friends aren't in that much pain this Afternoon? This is Dave here. I hope the dragon doesn't have all of you in his grips. He has me in his gripps very , very, Tightly. He's holding on to me very tightly. I'm absolutly doing Terrible. I'm in severe constant excriciating pain morning ,noon, night, The Oxycontin is wearing off too soon. I'm also Very Depressed. I'm ready for a nervous Breakdown. I wish I was DEAD!!! So I wouldn't have to go through all this shit. Excuse my language I 've just had it with this. Well, enough with me. I could go on and on with me but I'm not with all my problems. Regarding this Reponse I wanted to tell you about Zofran. I take it for my severe Nausea. It's a drug they give to people who are on chemo therapy. It works wonders It takes 20 minutes and it all goes away. It's the best. Maybe you can ask you doc for that. It's very expensive even with med innsurance he or she the doctor has to write MEDICALLY NESSESARY!!. I hope you feel better very soon. Take care. I wish you a PAIN FREE day and Night. All My Best, Dave, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 Hi Dave, I wish I could help you with your pain. I think we've all been kind of where you are at the moment.....maybe not in as much misery with the pain though. I've had the rug pulled from under my feet a few times and landed in bed or on the couch unable to do much but eat an apple or a banana and lie there wondering how much worse it could get. I think I agree with . High doses of Prednisone helped me immensely. And I mean high! I sure would have a chat with your doctor and tell him you'd like to try it for a while. It might give you relief where you can get your thoughts together and it just might knock the dragon for a loop and he might slink away. Just a suggestion........ I do hope something will make you feel better soon. Ca. Carmen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 11, 2004 Report Share Posted January 11, 2004 Hello Dave sorry to hear your in such agony right now,and have been for such long time.The things that go through a persons mind in such a horrific time can be impossible to block out,but awful glad you come here to dump them off so to speak.I know what you mean about the parents too without mine I couldn't have made it through last year.Have your doctors tried High dose pred sorry I cant remember,even though we bash the drug here yeah im guilty too it did bring the disease under control when it needed to be.If ever you need to talk about anything you can email me anything bro take care. d.Canada email nickelme@... Re: Nausea Hi Guy's. I hope my Fellow Stilligans Friends aren't in that much pain this Afternoon? This is Dave here. I hope the dragon doesn't have all of you in his grips. He has me in his gripps very , very, Tightly. He's holding on to me very tightly. I'm absolutly doing Terrible. I'm in severe constant excriciating pain morning ,noon, night, The Oxycontin is wearing off too soon. I'm also Very Depressed. I'm ready for a nervous Breakdown. I wish I was DEAD!!! So I wouldn't have to go through all this shit. Excuse my language I 've just had it with this. Well, enough with me. I could go on and on with me but I'm not with all my problems. Regarding this Reponse I wanted to tell you about Zofran. I take it for my severe Nausea. It's a drug they give to people who are on chemo therapy. It works wonders It takes 20 minutes and it all goes away. It's the best. Maybe you can ask you doc for that. It's very expensive even with med innsurance he or she the doctor has to write MEDICALLY NESSESARY!!. I hope you feel better very soon. Take care. I wish you a PAIN FREE day and N All My Best, Dave, Visit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2004 Report Share Posted January 12, 2004 Dear Carmen, Thank you for responing back to me. I greatly appreciate it. I''m in constant excruciating severe PAIN. I've tried Kinneret, Enbrel, and now I've been on Humira for 5 months now. I've been on Prednisone for yrs and I take 40 mg's daily. I also tried the Pill form of Methotrexate. It made vomit everytime I took it. So my Rheumy is giving the Humira another 2 months and then I'f I'm still very badly and getting worse then he's going to start the Methotrexate injections with the Humira. Right now I take the Humira every week. If I go on Methotrexate injections then I would take the Humira every other week. I'm presently on Oxycontin 80mg's a day. It's not helping me anymore and it's wearing off very quickly. My rheumy is sending me to a Pain Management Specialist. Who specializes in chronic severe pain. My Rheumy wants him to increase my Oxycontin or give me like a pain duragesic pain patch. Like morphine or Fentanyl. I hope he gives me something. I've completly had it. I'm going to the Cleveland Clinic in 2 weeks to see a special Neurologist who specializes in movement diseases. I might have an Neurological Auto-Immune disease plus the Stills. I'm now on 4mg's of Zofran it works wonders for my nausea. I'm also on Valium for my severe painful muscle spasms. This could be a symptom of the "neuro" disease which is called " Stiff Man Syndrome" Like Multiple Sclorosis (sp) I hope and pray I don't have it. I also have to go to a Hand Surgeon to surgically remove a massive painful synovial cyst on my left hand. I have Osteoarthritis in my right shoulder and arm. I can't barely lift my shoulder and arm. I can't cut my food. I fall down and sometimes hurt myself because I don't have any balance. I use a cane everywhere I go. I just saw my Rheumy last thusday and he said that My Arthitis is spreading through out my body. It's even hurting typing. My hand and wrists, and knees are beet beet RED and severly Swollen. I can't even make a fist or close my hand at all. Not exagerating it takes me 1and a 1/2 hours to get out of bed and my Dad and Mom helpme get dressed. I don't mean to sound like a baby really I'm not. I don't mean to complain I'm sorry for going on and on. I appologize. I'm just doing teribble and I'm a criple I'm getting worse by the day. I just hope I can see this Pain specialist ASAP. My PCP has to give me the referal to see him. I'm seeing her this wednesday. My PCP called me today and told me that I'm Anemic. My counts are very low. Well, enough with me. Again I'm sorry for going on and on. How are you feeling friend? I hope the Dragon dosern't have you in his grips!! Like me he's holding on tight and won't let go. Thanks again for e-mailing me back I greatly appreciate it. My fellow stilligans are the best and most kind, caring, commpaccionate people that are my friends. With out you guy's and of course my parents the group is the best !!! Every one of my Stills friends are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. Take care Feel better. I wish all My friends a PAIN FREE night and upcoming WEEK. Sincerely, Dave, p.s. "One day we will SLAUGHTER this Horrible Dragon it will happen one day he'll be gone for good " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2004 Report Share Posted July 17, 2004 Hi again! ph always had nausea for at least 2 days with his high fevers... Usually day 2 and 3. He also vomited most of the time... Sometimes as an infant vomiting was a precursor of his episode too! God Bless, Fran Fran A Bulone Mom to ph 5 yrs old Waxhaw, NC Owner & Moderator Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2004 Report Share Posted July 17, 2004 Hi again! ph always had nausea for at least 2 days with his high fevers... Usually day 2 and 3. He also vomited most of the time... Sometimes as an infant vomiting was a precursor of his episode too! God Bless, Fran Fran A Bulone Mom to ph 5 yrs old Waxhaw, NC Owner & Moderator Group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 Have her thiamin levels been checked? " Laschkwitsch, :LPH Obes Inst " <KLaschke@...> < > Sent by: cc: @ Subject: nausea groups.com 04/25/2005 11:31 AM Please respond to Hello All: I need a little help with a patient. She is is 4 months s/p RNY with nausea 4-5 days per week and consistent vomiting...once it starts it lasts the whole day, often dry heaving. She has tried one prescription med for nausea without relief. (she can not recall which med) She rarely is able to keep her vitamins down and she has been admitted once for IV potassium and fluids. She is a bit of an anxious person and has many stressors in her life. The surgeons have done multiple tests and can not find anything abnormal. They believe it to be psychological. At our last appointment I offered the following tips for her but would love any other ideas as she is coming back today. 1. children's chewable vitamin instead of a large pill 2. very small meals (2 Tbsp) every few hours 3. use milk as protein source as often as possible (about the only thing she tolerates) 4. Try fresh ginger, ginger drops or ginger tea to help with nausea 5. Try fluids at room temperature 6. I also gave her some " queasy pops " from bariatric advantage to try I appreciate any help you all can offer. I once read somewhere that nausea can be an early sign of thiamin deficiency....is this a possibility this early on after surgery? Should I have this checked today? Thanks! Laschkewitsch RD LD Legacy Obesity Institute (503) 413-8135 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 If she has tried Phenergran without relief, you might try Tigant. I would check to see if she was taking it in a timely manner and if she had the right dosage. Not sure of her age and reproductive status, but it could be pregnancy. If she is taking Actigall, sometimes it causes nausea as well. If she is on other medications, check the dosing levels -- especially oral diabetes agents. Nausea can caused by dehydration itself. If she is not eating frequently (q 2-3 hr) and including a small amount of CHO, she may also be having low blood sugars. Have her keep a log of her activity and intake with relationship to the nausea. If she has significant vomiting, monitor her thiamine level. (The best lab is thiamine transketolase). Thiamine deficiency can occur early or late post-op with continued nausea. If she has problems with water, sometimes adding a solute can help...squeeze a lemon or a pinch of salt. Have her avoid sudden movements and strong odors or smells. Your list of advice was good! Jeanne Blankenship, MS RD UC Medical Center Sacramento, CA -------------- Original message from "Laschkwitsch, :LPH Obes Inst" <KLaschke@...>: -------------- Hello All: I need a little help with a patient. She is is 4 months s/p RNY with nausea 4-5 days per week and consistent vomiting...once it starts it lasts the whole day, often dry heaving. She has tried one prescription med for nausea without relief. (she can not recall which med) She rarely is able to keep her vitamins down and she has been admitted once for IV potassium and fluids. She is a bit of an anxious person and has many stressors in her life. The surgeons have done multiple tests and can not find anything abnormal. They believe it to be psychological. At our last appointment I offered the following tips for her but would love any other ideas as she is coming back today. 1. children's chewable vitamin instead of a large pill 2. very small meals (2 Tbsp) every few hours 3. use milk as protein source as often as possible (about the only thing she tolerates) 4. Try fresh ginger, ginger drops or ginger tea to help with nausea 5. Try fluids at room temperature 6. I also gave her some "queasy pops" from bariatric advantage to try I appreciate any help you all can offer. I once read somewhere that nausea can be an early sign of thiamin deficiency....is this a possibility this early on after surgery? Should I have this checked today? Thanks! Laschkewitsch RD LD Legacy Obesity Institute(503) 413-8135 IMPORTANT NOTICE: This communication, including any attachment, contains information that may be confidential or privileged, and is intended solely for the entity or individual to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you should contact the sender and delete the message. Any unauthorized disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message is strictly prohibited. Nothing in this email, including any attachment, is intended to be a legally binding signature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 Our surgeon Rx's Reglan. I just had a patient with something similar. Turns out that the foods she has been trying are too dry. I suggested soups and casseroles, very moist meats and soft cheeses (cottage cheese or string cheese). , RD, CD Memorial Weight Loss & Bariatric Center office: 574-647-2953 pager: 574-472-2644 >>> jbship@... 04/25/05 12:09PM >>> If she has tried Phenergran without relief, you might try Tigant. I would check to see if she was taking it in a timely manner and if she had the right dosage. Not sure of her age and reproductive status, but it could be pregnancy. If she is taking Actigall, sometimes it causes nausea as well. If she is on other medications, check the dosing levels -- especially oral diabetes agents. Nausea can caused by dehydration itself. If she is not eating frequently (q 2-3 hr) and including a small amount of CHO, she may also be having low blood sugars. Have her keep a log of her activity and intake with relationship to the nausea. If she has significant vomiting, monitor her thiamine level. (The best lab is thiamine transketolase). Thiamine deficiency can occur early or late post-op with continued nausea. If she has problems with water, sometimes adding a solute can help...squeeze a lemon or a pinch of salt. Have her avoid sudden movements and strong odors or smells. Your list of advice was good! Jeanne Blankenship, MS RD UC Medical Center Sacramento, CA -------------- Original message from " Laschkwitsch, :LPH Obes Inst " <KLaschke@...>: -------------- Hello All: I need a little help with a patient. She is is 4 months s/p RNY with nausea 4-5 days per week and consistent vomiting...once it starts it lasts the whole day, often dry heaving. She has tried one prescription med for nausea without relief. (she can not recall which med) She rarely is able to keep her vitamins down and she has been admitted once for IV potassium and fluids. She is a bit of an anxious person and has many stressors in her life. The surgeons have done multiple tests and can not find anything abnormal. They believe it to be psychological. At our last appointment I offered the following tips for her but would love any other ideas as she is coming back today. 1. children's chewable vitamin instead of a large pill 2. very small meals (2 Tbsp) every few hours 3. use milk as protein source as often as possible (about the only thing she tolerates) 4. Try fresh ginger, ginger drops or ginger tea to help with nausea 5. Try fluids at room temperature 6. I also gave her some " queasy pops " from bariatric advantage to try I appreciate any help you all can offer. I once read somewhere that nausea can be an early sign of thiamin deficiency....is this a possibility this early on after surgery? Should I have this checked today? Thanks! Laschkewitsch RD LD Legacy Obesity Institute (503) 413-8135 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2006 Report Share Posted June 6, 2006 For the belching and nausea activated charcoal gives me relief. You could try that. It doesn't get at the root of the problem but should make you feel more comfortable wrt the nausea/belching. It also helps my brainfog and fatigue. nausea I've been having ongoing stomach problems(months).One doctor suggested Giardia but it didn't show in three stool samples.I took two days of Flagyl(it was hell).I can't tolerate that drug. I'm so fed up with contestant nausea and belching. My diet is terrible because I just can't eat many different foods,only bland ones. I have some diarrhea but it's not that bad. The other day I woke up with a migraine and threw up,unusual for me. I went on a holiday/business trip to Singapore and Bali for 2 weeks. After a few days in Singapore I got sick,swollen glands,sore throat,headache,aching all over,mild temp and very sore ears.Extreme neck and shoulder pain. At first I thought I was in one of my usual relapses but when it wouldn't back off and with a mild fever,I realised it was something I'd picked up. A doctor in Bali gave me cypro.It seemed to help for the first two days and then I had to lower the dose,I started to get severe itching.(I'm allergic to many antibiotics). Oddly enough my stomach wasn't too bad the whole time(I almost ate normally) until the 2nd last day before leaving Bali for home. I spent the whole time on the plane ride home,feeling like I would throw up any minute.I had to take maxolon. I've been home since last Friday and the nausea/belching won't back off. I also get sharp pains in my right ear.All over my right side of my head and face is very sore.Even my eye lid is slightly swollen. I was convinced I had an ear infection.My doctor checked and said no? The holiday for me was difficult.I realise each year I'm able to do less and less.I don't bounce back as I once did. Any ideas?I'm taking probiotics,ginger and paw paw enzymes. The only thing that helps the nausea is maxolon. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2006 Report Share Posted June 7, 2006 Hi , I would strongly suggest you do some antigen and antibody testing for parasitic infections such as giardiam cryptosporidum, etc. Regular stool tests are terrible for detecting parasites. For example I tested negaative for cryptosporidium in 5 days of stool samples and then tested positive for the crpto antigen. Diaganos-Techs does these tests: http://www.diagnostechs.com/body_text/tests/gi/gi_doctor.htm Try and eata a diet low in grains and sugars which feed gut infections. Blake nausea I've been having ongoing stomach problems(months).One doctor suggested Giardia but it didn't show in three stool samples.I took two days of Flagyl(it was hell).I can't tolerate that drug. I'm so fed up with contestant nausea and belching. My diet is terrible because I just can't eat many different foods,only bland ones. I have some diarrhea but it's not that bad. The other day I woke up with a migraine and threw up,unusual for me. I went on a holiday/business trip to Singapore and Bali for 2 weeks. After a few days in Singapore I got sick,swollen glands,sore throat,headache,aching all over,mild temp and very sore ears.Extreme neck and shoulder pain. At first I thought I was in one of my usual relapses but when it wouldn't back off and with a mild fever,I realised it was something I'd picked up. A doctor in Bali gave me cypro.It seemed to help for the first two days and then I had to lower the dose,I started to get severe itching.(I'm allergic to many antibiotics). Oddly enough my stomach wasn't too bad the whole time(I almost ate normally) until the 2nd last day before leaving Bali for home. I spent the whole time on the plane ride home,feeling like I would throw up any minute.I had to take maxolon. I've been home since last Friday and the nausea/belching won't back off. I also get sharp pains in my right ear.All over my right side of my head and face is very sore.Even my eye lid is slightly swollen. I was convinced I had an ear infection.My doctor checked and said no? The holiday for me was difficult.I realise each year I'm able to do less and less.I don't bounce back as I once did. Any ideas?I'm taking probiotics,ginger and paw paw enzymes. The only thing that helps the nausea is maxolon. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 7, 2006 Report Share Posted June 7, 2006 Thanks Blake, Testing with this lab sounds like a great idea.Problem is I'm in Australia. Assuming I do have an ongoing gut infection do you know of any substances that might kill off the little demons? I will never take Flagyl again,it was brutal.It felt like a toxic reaction. I have Fasigyn sitting in my drawer,I'm afraid to try it. I'm having difficulty eating protein due to the nausea.Can't look at eggs or meat. Mostly eating rice and veges.Very little dairy.Although oddly enough I keep thinking about cream...........this is common for me when my gut plays up. I crave bananas and as usual potatoes. Everything I eat makes my stomach grumble and rumble. I'm not eating much but I'm not losing weight,in fact I've gained it. Cheers Re: nausea . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 Hi : I have lots of gut troubles...have you ever heard of the " BRAT " diet? It stands for banannas, rice, applesauce and toast. It sounds like you are already half on it anyway! Teena > Mostly eating rice and veges.Very little dairy.Although oddly enough > I keep thinking about cream...........this is common for me when my > gut plays up. > I crave bananas and as usual potatoes. > Everything I eat makes my stomach grumble and rumble. > I'm not eating much but I'm not losing weight,in fact I've gained > it. > > > Cheers > > Re: nausea > > > . > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 , I'm in Australia too (Perth) and have had patients send off samples to this lab and have done so myself. DHL and Fedex are the only couriers I know which will express lab samples to the U.S. they charge ~$75 AUS. PathLab in Melbourne do stool antigen testing for giardia and cryptosporidium. If you email me privately I can arange testing for you if you like. there is no one treatment which can kill all parasites unfortunately. Blake Re: nausea . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 Hey, I lived in Perth for 5 months. This was before I got sick but I was nauseous the whole time I was there. I attributed it at the time to the new fillings in my mouth - which I am sure was part of the problem - but have since come to realize that microwaves from cell phone towers can also contribute to nausea. So now I think that this might have been part of the problem too. If you look at the following German study, you can see what happens to your red blood cells after one makes a 90 second cell phone call: http://www.buergerwelle.de/pdf/cluster.jpg Naturally, one can assume that the ability of the red blood cells to carry oxygen to the organs is being compromised. Altitude sickness - due to less oxygen and the lower count of red blood cells of people who live at lower altitudes - is characterized by nausea, headaches, dizziness, inability to concentrate, and shortness of breath. We find similar symptoms in CFS and Microwave illness. Is there a connection? I think so! Peace, paul --- Blake Graham <blanket@...> wrote: > , > > I'm in Australia too (Perth) and have had patients send > off samples to this lab and have done so myself. DHL and > Fedex are the only couriers I know which will express lab > samples to the U.S. they charge ~$75 AUS. > > PathLab in Melbourne do stool antigen testing for giardia > and cryptosporidium. If you email me privately I can > arange testing for you if you like. > > there is no one treatment which can kill all parasites > unfortunately. > > Blake > > Re: nausea > > . > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2006 Report Share Posted June 9, 2006 yes Teena,my gut problems sure make me feel like throwing hissy fits.........like a brat. I've always believed in intuiitive eating.Call it gut instinct,I guess. I think of my diet like the old fashioned convalescent diet. Applesauce sounds great.I'll get some. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2006 Report Share Posted June 9, 2006 Hi Have I got this wrong or do we sometimes crave foods that are bad for us because we are actually addicted to them? I mean a bit like the way people who are allergic to gluten sometimes crave wheat products, if you are addicted to caffeine you crave coffee, or if you have insulin resistance you crave sweet things? I have found that ginger is great for nausea. best wishes > > yes Teena,my gut problems sure make me feel like throwing hissy fits.........like a brat. > I've always believed in intuiitive eating.Call it gut instinct,I guess. > > I think of my diet like the old fashioned convalescent diet. > Applesauce sounds great.I'll get some. > > Cheers > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2006 Report Share Posted June 10, 2006 Hi , I not sure about the cravings theory.Perhaps for some people you are correct. Could it also be that sometimes we know(instinctive) what would be useful for us. Notice how people usually crave lemon or orange jiuce when they have a cold? I have felt for a long time that often times my gut knows what it can handle and what it can't. Recently I picked up a bottle of apple cider vingegar in the health food store.I had no idea why and was annnoyed that I had to drag a heavy bottle in my bag about with me. A few days later the doctor told me a had gall stones.I read an several internet sites that apple cider vingegar is a good idea for those with gall stones. Perhaps sometimes it's not so much the food but the nutrients in the food we need,such as salt,a particular amino acid,vitamin or mineral. Women crave chocolate when pre mentstrual etc.Don't they say it's due to a fall in serotonin? Ginger unfortunately doesn't seem to help me.I take it anyway hoping it will work. I suppose we aslo learn about our foods by trial and error. Just my thoughts. Hi Have I got this wrong or do we sometimes crave foods that are bad for us because we are actually addicted to them? I mean a bit like the way people who are allergic to gluten sometimes crave wheat products, if you are addicted to caffeine you crave coffee, or if you have insulin resistance you crave sweet things? I have found that ginger is great for nausea. best wishes > > yes Teena,my gut problems sure make me feel like throwing hissy fits.........like a brat. > I've always believed in intuiitive eating.Call it gut instinct,I guess. > > I think of my diet like the old fashioned convalescent diet. > Applesauce sounds great.I'll get some. > > Cheers > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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