Dawnie Doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and it was by far the worst test that I've endured! I had to have 10 consecutive uninterrupted swallows. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and it was by far the worst test that I've endured! I had to have 10 consecutive uninterrupted swallows. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and it was by far the worst test that I've endured! I had to have 10 consecutive uninterrupted swallows. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and it was by far the worst test that I've endured! I had to have 10 consecutive uninterrupted swallows. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and it was by far the worst test that I've endured! I had to have 10 consecutive uninterrupted swallows. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

I recently had an esophageal manometry, and much like you, it was by far the worst test that I've endured! There were minor differences...I had 10 swallows instead of 12. The numbing spray wore off half way through the test, which was painful. My test lasted for about 1 hr 15 mins because I couldn't get 10 consecutive sips and swallows without the intermittent swallows by nature. Smh I felt like I was choking the entire time! My RN was extremely nice and considerate, which helped, a little. Yet and still, like you, I will NOT have that test again! I'm currently awaiting results to determine whether or not the sleeve or bypass would be most appropriate. Dawnie_doo

Track your food. There are many apps for Android and iPhone. Read the nutrition labels. The "look of food" will definitely fool you! Drink more water! Dawnie_doo

I definitely want to know how it goes. God bless you! My prayers are with you! Dawnie_doo

Prayers going up! Let us know how it goes layer! Dawnie_doo

I need input on the hair loss after surgery and how it has been for all of you. I'm nervous about it. Please share your experiences, both positive and negative. Dawnie_doo By the way, I'm pre op! Dawnie_doo

I'm not in Atlanta, I'm in NJ. However it seems like we're at the same point in our journey. My info was submitted to insurance recently. My Dr said insurance may deny, requiring one more visit. At that point I would have the visit and resubmit. Other than that, I should get approved. I'm nervous too, but hopeful! Dawnie_doo

Wow! That's awesome! Congrats! Which surgery did you have? Dawnie_doo

Thanks for the info! It's very helpful! I'm curious, what's bcp? Dawnie_doo

I LOVED my psych evaluation. I'm a therapist so I walked in thinking she couldn't tell me anything new. I was soooo wrong! She asked questions about my history as a child related to my weight, my support system, family history, etc. I actually realized that, although family was present, they weren't very supportive at all. My evaluation was very eye opening. I will go back after the surgery, I'm sure! Dawnie_doo

I'm taking 5000 Biotin...have been for some time. I would up your dosage a lil, to maybe 2500. Dawnie_doo

Bariatric Advantage banana is yummy. I'd imagine any of their flavors are good. Dawnie_doo

OMG that sounds soooooo much like me lol Dawnie_doo

OMG yessss! I'm beginning the emotional regulation now in my pre-op stage. It's tough! I'm a therapist and I feel like I need one at times! Dawnie_doo

Yeah, sounds about right. Dawnie_doo

I want to have one after the sleeve. The doctor told me to wait at least a year to not add complications in the mix. Since hormones will be raging from what I hear lol the doc said be careful not to get pregnant right away. Dawnie_doo

I'm wondering if age is a factor. Are you younger? Dawnie_doo

Just curious, what did the doctor say about hormones? I know that surgery has it's impact. But is it also related to age? Did he recommend anything, or is it just part for the course? Dawnie_doo

I'm pre-op and Isopure didn't agree with me. It gave me headaches. There's a much higher sodium content than the Bariatric Advantage. Bariatric Advantage was about $10 more but to me it was worth me feeling better plus a much much much better taste Lol. My husband uses the Isopure now. Dawnie_doo

I just had to have an esophageal manometry completed to assess for swallowing and GERD. It was very traumatic for me! OMG I can't even explain! Has anyone else had this test? If the pressure in the esophagus comes back too high then I can't have the sleeve. I'll have to switch to the bypass which I don't want. Thoughts? Input? Dawnie_doo

Very true. Thank you for sharing your experience! Dawnie_doo