Pain....

[cmaloney 151]

Hey guys. I was just sleeved on 9/17 & all went great. The only problem I seem to be having is a dull pain in the spot at the bottom of my esophagus ( right before it meets the stomach). Nexium doesn't help at all & it affects me every time I eat & drink. Anyone else having this?

[smartypants 14]

I was sleeved on July 30. Yes, I had that same kind of pain. My doctor explained that since my stomach was still healing there would be some pain but it goes away. And, he was right! As long as I don't eat too much and chew thoroughly I don't get that pain. It takes a while to learn when to stop eating. Also, some people say they cannot tolerate some foods in the beginning but I haven't had any problems at all. At this point I eat whatever I want - just a lot less than I would have before the surgery.

[cmaloney 151]

I was sleeved on July 30. Yes' date=' I had that same kind of pain. My doctor explained that since my stomach was still healing there would be some pain but it goes away. And, he was right! As long as I don't eat too much and chew thoroughly I don't get that pain. It takes a while to learn when to stop eating. Also, some people say they cannot tolerate some foods in the beginning but I haven't had any problems at all. At this point I eat whatever I want - just a lot less than I would have before the surgery.[/quote']

Thank you so much! Being just a week out its so hard to figure out when I'm satisfied or I'm just stopping because of the pain. I really appreciate you input & much success on your journey!