Vsg & Gastroparesis

[takroom 192]

I have had gastroperesis for over 10 years. I also had fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high sugars & liver enzyme levels, gerd, etc... At one point I was taking 42 pills a day. I sought a second opinion, only to be told that my Dr that I was previously seeing was doing all that could be done for me. So began my search for alternate treatments. I went to a holistic dr, looked into acupuncture, went to massage & physical therapy, so on & so on. After no success, I decided to look into other options. I found a surgical approach could possibly be the answer. I looked into a pacemaker implant, lapband & decided I didn't really want a foreign object in my body long term. That's when I discovered the Vertical Sleeve Gasterectomy. I figured, why not...worse case scenario was it wouldnt work & i would be back at square 1. Unfortunately, my insurance would not cover it. I made the decision to go to MX & was sleeved on 09/04/12. It was much less expensive than having it done in the states. I have no regrets, it's the best decision I've made. The Dr's & the staff were excellent. I am proud to announce that I am off all meds & my blood pressure has resumed to a normal level. I've had a couple of minor issues but in my opinion it has been very successful!! I know it's only been 4 weeks & I have a long road to recovery but I'm looking forward to a happier, healthier life. I hope my story helps some of you out there who are also suffering with gastroperesis.

[jusstice 103]

How is the fibromyalgia? Have you had any serious bouts of pain/faitgue since surgery? Any less?

I have it, and it is the one thing which causes concern for the surgeon. I do not take any meds for it though.

[takroom 192]

Believe it or not, I have only had a mild flare up since surgery & my Dr had me take a Tylenol.