dian1963
It wasn't spasms after all
Apr 24, 2008
It was my gallbladder. I had it removed on April 11 and it had stones, calcium deposits and sludge. I now feel a lot better but still have some of the classic shoulder pain. I am sure that will subside soon. I am now down 75# and my BMI is 31.79. A BMI <30 is no longer obese - wow I am almost there - I would have never guessed I would not be in the obese category. Thank God for bariatric surgery!!
Reflux and esophogeal spasms
Feb 22, 2008
Well, I guess I have now had my first complicaation since surgery. I never thought that reflux could be so painful. I ended up in the ER undergoing a complete cardiac work-up for the next 24 hours. What an experience - and did I mention the chest pain? They say it can feel just like a heart attack - I am not sure anything could be worse. Thank goodness it was not my heart. Word to the wise - continue on all antacids and antiulcer meds as directed. I had been mostly compliant, but not 100%. I have learned my lesson. On the positive side, I am down 63 pounds and my BMI has decreased by 10%. All in all I feel great and am looking forward to what my future holds.
