Please help

[MissyG 1]

So I am over 3 weeks post-op and am still having these dry heaving episodes that are only getting worse. I feel like there is a brick in my stomach that just aches. Anti nausea meds do nothing. I can't eat and am having trouble drinking because my stomach just hurts. I go in for an upper GI and swallow test tomorrow and I am really scared. Can anyone tell me what to expect or offer some encouragement. Right now my vsg experience is just not going as I hoped.

[cwalker 12]

So I am over 3 weeks post-op and am still having these dry heaving episodes that are only getting worse. I feel like there is a brick in my stomach that just aches. Anti nausea meds do nothing. I can't eat and am having trouble drinking because my stomach just hurts. I go in for an upper GI and swallow test tomorrow and I am really scared. Can anyone tell me what to expect or offer some encouragement. Right now my vsg experience is just not going as I hoped.

Are you taking a PPI? You are doing the right thing by getting the test, hopefully they can fix it and you'll be up and on your way. I've never had one but have been told they aren't bad at all. Keep us posted and sending huhs and prayers your way!

[MissyG 1]

Yes I have been taking a PPI since I came home. I just want to feel good and actually eat something. I am so weak and tired all the time.

[cwalker 12]

Yes I have been taking a PPI since I came home. I just want to feel good and actually eat something. I am so weak and tired all the time.

My cousin got sleeved on 03/21/2011 and she has a hard time too, I hope all goes well and please let us know you're ok. I know you are tired but keep trying to get liquids in,saying prayers, you have us to talk to. Hugs!!

[Cmsumom 5]

Praying for you! Let us know how it goes!

[My Big Day 3/15/2011 4]

I don't know which PPI you are taking or if you have tried many different ones but Nexium 40mg is a Godsend for those with severe reflux. Hope you get some answers...good luck and let everyone know the results

[KellyL 173]

Hope you get some relief and find out what's going on! Are you running a fever?

[MissyG 1]

No fever at all, just this aching pain in my gut.

[MissyG 1]

Had my upper GI and barium swallow test and it was fine, no leaks. The doctor did say that the opening into my stomach looked a little narrow so we wants to do an endoscopy to check it so I got checked into the hospital for fluids (I was quite dehydrated) and to get scoped. Probabaly will be here till Monday. Hopefully by the time I leave I will have an answer to why I feel so bad.

[swizzly 901]

Had my upper GI and barium swallow test and it was fine, no leaks. The doctor did say that the opening into my stomach looked a little narrow so we wants to do an endoscopy to check it so I got checked into the hospital for fluids (I was quite dehydrated) and to get scoped. Probabaly will be here till Monday. Hopefully by the time I leave I will have an answer to why I feel so bad.

Well that's good news -- I mean, being in the hospital always sucks, but it's great that you will get the liquids you need and possibly a solution to your nausea and pain as well. Good luck with the endoscopy!