Could use some encouragement!

[chefcoll 53]

The program I am in is very strict. Meeting requirements, weight requirements and lots of medical tests. I am A OK with this as i feel that want to know you inside and out! lol I have been working very hard for this and now have hit a road block. My upper GI showed not only a hiatal hernia but reflux as well. The hernia can be repaired during surgery but the reflux is the issue. I have NEVER had heartburn! I cannot have the "regular" bypass b/c of Crohn's disease.

Last Monday at the medical director's appt she said the results of my upper GI could severely mean my not having the sleeve. I was sooooo discouraged. She then called me a few days later and said she brought my case to the surgeon. She wants me to now have an upper endoscopy (not a big deal - have had them before) and depending upon the results is contingent of my sleeve. Earliest appt for that is October 24!! PLEASE tell me SOMEONE/ANYONE has had this problem and it has been ok! Thank you so much!

[awold0 246]

I am 2.5 months post op. I had a very large hiatal hernia. I also had acid reflux. I had sleeve surgery and my doctor here in Houston said nothing about that being an issue. The surgery and the removal of the hiatal hernia has made all my acid go away. It is amazing it is like it was a cure. I am super happy and doing well. I bet you will be just fine. Good luck.

[chefcoll 53]

Awold0 - wow! Thank you so much!

[Powderkeg42 15]

I am 2.5 months post op. I had a very large hiatal hernia. I also had acid reflux. I had sleeve surgery and my doctor here in Houston said nothing about that being an issue. The surgery and the removal of the hiatal hernia has made all my acid go away. It is amazing it is like it was a cure. I am super happy and doing well. I bet you will be just fine. Good luck.

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Awold0 - wow! Thank you so much!

I am so happy to hear that because I know I have a hiatal hernia. Thanks for the response.