Trying to stay Positive!

Sep 21, 2008

Well, I had typed a long account of how things have been going for me, but it's gone for some reason. So, now I'm tired and don't feel like typing it all over again. Basically after multiple dilations, I had a feeding tube inserted because I wasn't keeping much down. Then I literally almost died when there was a bleed in my stomach(from the G-tube surgery). Then I had a stent placed which was so uncomfortable especially when it migrated up my esophagus! Then they found that my "pouch" was basically dead, so I had it removed and my esophagus attached to my intestines. Then I had more strictures, so more EGDs with dilations. Now I may be strictured further along my intestines and, if I am, it will require more surgery.
   I had to quit my job because they couldn't give me anymore time off and I could barely work part-time.  Not sure how we'll survive on one income, but I do have faith that things will work out.
   Some good things have been the strong support of my family. It brought me closer to God and my in-laws, and even to my dad. My Dr has been wonderful and never gave up on me even though I was ready to give up many times since April. And, of course, I have lost weight and am below 200lbs for the first time in 11years! 
    I am so hopeful for the future. I'm trying to stay strong and positive. Some day I'll be "normal" right? No nausea, no vomitting, no pain?????
 

What have I done?

May 11, 2008

Well, I'm feeling kind of crappy today. I haven't thrown up, but when I drink something it feels uncomfortable, almost like it's going to get stuck. I am tired and dizzy. Just wondering what in the heck did I do to myself? If I have to go through this forever, I don't know that I'm strong enough. I want to cry but don't have the energy. I'm trying to help a friend out who just had surgery too, but I cant even take care of myself. What in the heck am I supposed to do? I am just so upset and depressed about this. It's not at all what I expected. I can't even take my anti-depressant, so that's making it much worse. Wish I knew how to make myself feel better?????

Stricture

May 10, 2008

Well, I was in the hospital this past Tuesday for an EGD with dilation because I had a stricture. It was NOT pleasant, but I felt so much better after the dilation at least. My Dr says I may have to have dialtions only a couple more times, or maybe forever! Wow, that's not what I bargained for when I decided to have the surgery!!! I'll make the best of it though. I have another EGD/Dilation scheduled 5/19, I pray that I make it until then!!!!!!

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May 05, 2008

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About Me
Las vegas, NV
Location
29.1
BMI
RNY
Surgery
04/21/2008
Surgery Date
Nov 04, 2007
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