pain

[Guest guest]

Nikki, it could be any number of things, but if you have a choice of

hospitals near you, go to one where they do gastric bypass, so

hopefully, the ER people may be a little more familiar with our

plumbing. But, my best suggestion would be to bite the bullet and

call your surgeon.

Good luck, and please let us know what happens.

in NJ

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> Since this seems to one of the main topics recently, I myself

started having extreme stomach pain and nausea yesterday, It has

continued today and the pain is much worse, I do not really have a

regular doctor, I have not seen my surgeon since I was one year post-

op, the pain is pretty extreme this afternoon and I am contemplating

going to the ER if I don't what are the possibilities?? I still have

my gallbladder so I guess that is always a possibility. Any advise

> would be helpful.

> Thanks,

> Nikki Harper

> rny 5-9-00

>

[Guest guest]

I have been having stomach pains since December '02. Up until

after my gall bladder was removed this March I thought it was

gall stones -- nope.

My pain is a gripping, wrenching, spasm-like pain that can

radiate but mostly is centered right in the area of my pouch and

to my right in the ribs area. I had this pain last Friday starting at

around 2:30 am which lasted until about 4. I took 2 sublingual

hyoscyamine tablets, (generic of Levsin,) when the pain returned

I then took a Hydrocodone. I ended up staying awake until 6:45

am. Suffice it to say I was a dish rag by that afternoon and stayed

home sick from work and slept all day. I am still tired today!

The whole time I had no nausea, just excruciating pain. I also

noticed that I was incredibly hot at the same time. I am sure this

is not dumping, I have dumped and this is nothing like that.

The only thing that seems to help is the sublingual meds, IF I

take them in time. When it gets rolling I have to ride it out, which

can be awful. I usually have it in two waves. The only thing that

helps the pain sometimes is eating a cracker or two or drinking

water. But, sometimes that doesn't help at all.

You might ask your doctor about Levsin and see if he will

prescribe it. I hope we all get this figured out someday. I intend to

go to a new wls doc and ask him to run tests to find out.

M

> Since this seems to one of the main topics recently, I myself

started having

> extreme stomach pain and nausea yesterday, It has continued

today and the pain

> is much worse, I do not really have a regular doctor, I have not

seen my

> surgeon since I was one year post-op, the pain is pretty

extreme this afternoon

> and I am contemplating going to the ER if I don't what are the

possibilities?? I

> still have my gallbladder so I guess that is always a possibility.

Any advise

> would be helpful.

> Thanks,

> Nikki Harper

> rny 5-9-00

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Jac, I remember those symptoms you lived with for years before the revision.

I had a staple line disruption and had a stomach transection a year after my

original RNY surgery. So, the heartburn is one thing, but if I started having

reflux again, I'd be freaking.

So, you're still feeling good, and Mom, too? Any new issues since the

revision? Is it much different than your original surgery...I mean the types of

food you can eat, etc.?

in NJ

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In a message dated 9/14/2003 3:17:50 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

jholdaway@... writes:

> When I had mine out, I did not have any gallstones. It was enlarged, and

> the

> doc said there were several large polyps on it. This was determined by

> ultrasound. To say I just had " heartburn " would have been a gross

> understatement. And none of the proton pump inhibitors will help with bile

> reflux.

>

> Jac

[Guest guest]

For me, that would have been my gall bladder. It only took me 5 years to

convince a doctor---ANY doctor, of that. Mine was out in July. Not a spot of

pain since.

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Pain

Ok, Gang...I have read ALOT of post on stomach pain in the past and

hope I have retain at least a little of the info. Last nite I ate

the top from 2 slices of meat pizza. As soon as I finished I

started having pain in the middle of my abdomen with pain radiating

to my back. Thought I was gonna have to go to the ER.

Went to bed and lay there on my left side for about 10 min holding a

pillow to my tummy. It just went away...

Anyone with any ideas? I know what it could have been, but has

anyone had this and can give me some insite?

Could it have been:

Gallbladder attack?

Stuck food?

Overfilled pouch?

A strange kind of dumping?

Thanks in advance for any help!

Love,

Reba

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[Guest guest]

That's exactly how my pain started, but with me, it was an egg roll.

I was thinking it was the grease.

in NJ

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> Ok, Gang...I have read ALOT of post on stomach pain in the past and

> hope I have retain at least a little of the info. Last nite I ate

> the top from 2 slices of meat pizza. As soon as I finished I

> started having pain in the middle of my abdomen with pain radiating

> to my back. Thought I was gonna have to go to the ER.

>

> Went to bed and lay there on my left side for about 10 min holding

a

> pillow to my tummy. It just went away...

>

> Anyone with any ideas? I know what it could have been, but has

> anyone had this and can give me some insite?

>

> Could it have been:

> Gallbladder attack?

> Stuck food?

> Overfilled pouch?

> A strange kind of dumping?

>

> Thanks in advance for any help!

>

> Love,

> Reba

[Guest guest]

,

Did you have to have your gb removed and how long before you had to

have it out? The thing that gets me is that the pain only lasted a

little while (felt like a lot longer than it was, LOL). Guess it's

time to go see my doc again! Sigh.....

Reba

> > Ok, Gang...I have read ALOT of post on stomach pain in the past

and

> > hope I have retain at least a little of the info. Last nite I

ate

> > the top from 2 slices of meat pizza. As soon as I finished I

> > started having pain in the middle of my abdomen with pain

radiating

> > to my back. Thought I was gonna have to go to the ER.

> >

> > Went to bed and lay there on my left side for about 10 min

holding

> a

> > pillow to my tummy. It just went away...

> >

> > Anyone with any ideas? I know what it could have been, but has

> > anyone had this and can give me some insite?

> >

> > Could it have been:

> > Gallbladder attack?

> > Stuck food?

> > Overfilled pouch?

> > A strange kind of dumping?

> >

> > Thanks in advance for any help!

> >

> > Love,

> > Reba

[Guest guest]

Nope, I still have my dear gallbladder. When I had the ultrasound

about a year ago, it showed no stones. So, the doc said to try the

Nexium, and if it happens again, I'll go for a scope. The symptoms

for me are similar to an ulcer, but he thinks it's gastritis. I hope

he's right.

Do you get heartburn at all? I did, but not since the Nexium.

in NJ

*********************

> ,

>

> Did you have to have your gb removed and how long before you had to

> have it out? The thing that gets me is that the pain only lasted a

> little while (felt like a lot longer than it was, LOL). Guess it's

> time to go see my doc again! Sigh.....

>

> Reba

>

>

[Guest guest]

When I had mine out, I did not have any gallstones. It was enlarged, and the

doc said there were several large polyps on it. This was determined by

ultrasound. To say I just had " heartburn " would have been a gross

understatement. And none of the proton pump inhibitors will help with bile

reflux.

Jac

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Re: Pain

Nope, I still have my dear gallbladder. When I had the ultrasound

about a year ago, it showed no stones. So, the doc said to try the

Nexium, and if it happens again, I'll go for a scope. The symptoms

for me are similar to an ulcer, but he thinks it's gastritis. I hope

he's right.

Do you get heartburn at all? I did, but not since the Nexium.

in NJ

*********************

> ,

>

> Did you have to have your gb removed and how long before you had to

> have it out? The thing that gets me is that the pain only lasted a

> little while (felt like a lot longer than it was, LOL). Guess it's

> time to go see my doc again! Sigh.....

>

> Reba

>

>

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[Guest guest]

I'm feeling great! NO food issues. As a matter of fact, I can eat things now

that I haven't been able to eat in over 20 years. Ice cream.spicy

foods.things I need to stay away from! LOL

But, that won't be so hard, since for the next year I'll just be shopping

for me. Fred leaves for Afghanistan next weekend. I can live on cheese and

veggies. I've never been able to give those up. And I don't like them with

sauces or butter. I take my veggies straight.

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Re: Re: Pain

Jac, I remember those symptoms you lived with for years before the revision.

I had a staple line disruption and had a stomach transection a year after my

original RNY surgery. So, the heartburn is one thing, but if I started

having reflux again, I'd be freaking.

So, you're still feeling good, and Mom, too? Any new issues since the

revision? Is it much different than your original surgery...I mean the

types of food you can eat, etc.?

in NJ

**************************

In a message dated 9/14/2003 3:17:50 PM Eastern Daylight Time,

jholdaway@... writes:

When I had mine out, I did not have any gallstones. It was enlarged, and the

doc said there were several large polyps on it. This was determined by

ultrasound. To say I just had " heartburn " would have been a gross

understatement. And none of the proton pump inhibitors will help with bile

reflux.

Jac

[Guest guest]

I guess it was only a matter of time. Fred will be in my prayers

that he stays safe and sound over there, and comes home quickly.

And, don't forget, you have an extended family here.

Hugs,

in NJ

***************************

>

> But, that won't be so hard, since for the next year I'll just be

shopping for me. Fred leaves for Afghanistan next weekend.

[Guest guest]

Nope, no heartburn at all! Not since my WLS. I have wondered if I

have IBS. But, I have wondered that for years. Didn't have the

loose stools usually common with IBS until I had been stopped up for

a few days, then the pain would be pretty rough with gas and all.

It would be worse if I was under stress. The constipation was gone

for about 18 mo after my WLS, but it returned and I have to deal

with it again! The flaxseed has helped BUNCHES!!! Keeps me pretty

regular now. Wouldn't think that that was the problem now. I know,

more info than you wanted, LOL!

Reba

> > ,

> >

> > Did you have to have your gb removed and how long before you had

to

> > have it out? The thing that gets me is that the pain only

lasted a

> > little while (felt like a lot longer than it was, LOL). Guess

it's

> > time to go see my doc again! Sigh.....

> >

> > Reba

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Nope, no heartburn at all! Not since my WLS. I have wondered if I

have IBS. But, I have wondered that for years. Didn't have the

loose stools usually common with IBS

===============================

Reba:

You can also be having a problem with what is called constipating

irritable bowel syndrome. IBS can cause so many different symptoms from

loose stools to constipation to atypical chest pain. Docs have been

prescribing Zelnorm, 6 mg bid for symptoms of constipating IBS and

patients seem to be responding nicely to it. Also Librax helps along

with a high fiber, high fluid diet and maybe a proton pump inhibitor

like Prilosec, Prevacid, Nexium, etc.

Feel better.

Regina

[Guest guest]

But 3 weeks out i have the loosest BM's every morning on the minute for

the last 2 years, no pain, just

happy that im not constapated(sp) because that happened once.Should i be

concerned with loose bowel movements?At first i thought it was because

of what i was

eating- but i change my diet so often and it is still the same- it dont

bother me having the very loose stools, but i was wondering should i be

concerned???

==================================

Tara:

If you're concerned about loose bowel movements over a long period of

time, you should ask your doc. It just may be the norm for you since

your surgery. My gastro docs are amazed that I don't have chronic loose

stools or diarrhea. Anything can be the cause of that from the surgery,

to diet, to stress. There are so many factors involved. We're such

delicate little flowers now, that the least little symptom can mean

nothing or a disaster. (in my case, usually a disaster). I used to get

up in the morning with extreme urgency and have to kick Tim out of the

bathroom because I had to go, go, go. It was around the same time every

morning. This went on for awhile, but happens occasionally now. Noticed

that when my low back has bothered me a lot during the night that I have

this problem. Is there a correlation? I don't know. Could be from the

medications I take when my back spasms or the fact that I pace the house

all night awake and in pain. Right now I take Nexium, 40 mg twice a day

and Librax twice a day along with Atenelol twice a day. Seems to be the

right combo for me. Once in a while I will throw in a much needed

ambien.

Bottom line is if it concerns you, you should go have it checked by your

doc. Please have it checked.

Regina

[Guest guest]

Regina,

Thanks for the info. I called my PCP and he is sending me for liver

enzyme test. Says that if they are high that it is probably my

gallbladder and we will need to decide where to go from there. He

feels that it's a pretty good bet that it is the gb.

Will know more after the test. I appreciate this list of kind and

loving folks! Thanks!

Reba

> Nope, no heartburn at all! Not since my WLS. I have wondered if I

> have IBS. But, I have wondered that for years. Didn't have the

> loose stools usually common with IBS

> ===============================

> Reba:

>

> You can also be having a problem with what is called constipating

> irritable bowel syndrome. IBS can cause so many different symptoms

from

> loose stools to constipation to atypical chest pain. Docs have been

> prescribing Zelnorm, 6 mg bid for symptoms of constipating IBS and

> patients seem to be responding nicely to it. Also Librax helps

along

> with a high fiber, high fluid diet and maybe a proton pump

inhibitor

> like Prilosec, Prevacid, Nexium, etc.

>

> Feel better.

>

> Regina

[Guest guest]

kimber. I just wrote yoo a email and my computer lost it. So here we go again

The Pain Dr. gave a little extra to much he was trying to break the cycle of

pain. Today I went back and he gave me less of the numing stuff and more of the

morphine. So I was fine and he took the line out of my spine. Felt great till

this big fire up here it is in 3 points but has pushed it's way towards Lake

hughes and Lake elizabeth. So we are all supose to vacate our homes my son

2:00am this moring he called for help. Then when I was on my way to the Pain dr.

they told me we had to be out So when I returned they let me in cause I have

cats. Well That was at 10;00AM i AM STILL HEre thank god but I dont know if the

fire is out. I said I hurt my back picking up heavy picture and things to take

with us my husband went to work so it was just me so I tyed my new pillMethadone

and it worked very well it also knocked me out for awhile that was good not

thinking of the fire. thanks Lucy

[Guest guest]

hi,

im new to the group. i have chronic pancreatitis. three years ago i

was in cali. with my son and the pain in my stomach was intolerable

so i admitted myself to the hospital in orange county. i live

outside of philly by the way and am looking for some local people or

groups if anyone is from my area?

so i was diagnosed with the pancreatitis and was told im diabetic. in

the week after the hospital i was getting terrable stabbing and

burning in my hands and esp. my feet. i was told i have numerous

types of neuropothy.

i went to the mayo clinic as i thought it would be a cure only to

find out that the neuropothy and pancreatitis are progressive. if i

drink i will die they said.

i still have a beer at night a couple times a week. my dr. says its

ok.

i need to find a compastionate pain dr. in my area. does anyone out

there know any drs.

im also concerned about where ill be at in 5-10 years and my life

expectancy. i cant get an answer on it. my sugars are not under

control and i dont know what to do except stop eating. im only 42 and

i cant do much because of the pain. i barely eat and gain weight. im

really depressed. my family is not supportive and dont really want me

around.

well, i thought i would write a bit since i just joined.

my only concern with the group is that its so big and if i dont check

my mail how will i know if i get a post?

thanks, fred k not proofread

[Guest guest]

Cayci, The pain varies, of course, but for the most part the pain was

taken care of by the medicine and as long as I didn't overdo it I was

fine. If I stretched too much getting up I would have the pain, but I

had more pain from the IV in the hospital than from the actual surgery

. I took 2 weeks off, was off of pain meds the day after I came home

and spent the rest of the time getting my strength back up and learning

how to eat.

Lap RNY April 9, 2004

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> Hi everyone.  I am extremely new to this.  I just got approved about

> 4 days ago and was wondering about the pain issue after surgery. 

> I'm having the surgery done laprosicly and thought maybe one of you

> could tell me.  I was wondering how long I should take off work and

> class.  Any message would help.  Thank you

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Everyone is different in their healing process. I would never

recommend any less than 4 weeks off even for lap surgery. This is

major surgery and even if you feel great by week 2 your body may

require more time to heal and rest. You can always put in for 4

weeks but go back after 2 if you really feel you must?

There is the possibility for complications that could make your

healing time longer. I know it took me longer to heal after having

two surgeries the same week due to complications.

I know that when I undergo anasthesia my body just reacts very

strongly to it and I am tired for weeks afterward. It took me months

to feel " normal " after my Hysterectomy 4 years ago and it took me a

good 6 weeks to feel like I didn't need a nap halfway through the

day after my Bypass.

As far as pain...I don't really remember to be honest so it probably

wasn't so bad for me. I do remember I didn't sleep lying on my side

for 2 months after surgery. I sort of propped myself up on pillows

and slept semi-sitting. That's just me though.

Colleen

Lap-RNY 11/03/03

315/195/???

>

> > Hi everyone.  I am extremely new to this.  I just got approved

about

> > 4 days ago and was wondering about the pain issue after

surgery. 

> > I'm having the surgery done laprosicly and thought maybe one of

you

> > could tell me.  I was wondering how long I should take off work

and

> > class.  Any message would help.  Thank you

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >