VSG and a Hernia Repair

[sh1211 38]

Thank you both for your replies.

I too have really bad GERD. When the hernia was found I started to have hopes I could do the sleeve and be fine afterwards once it was repaired. So that is why I am asking everyone for their story.

Thank you again!!

[blondebomb 580]

Iv had GERD for many yrs before I also had hernia repair at the same time I had been on nexium for along time my internist sent me to have the sleeve done it was a 50/50 chance on helping the GERD some do improve some don't. I remained on nexium for 5 months PO and have been off nexium now for months. I get some but I pop a rolaids and it goes away. I do take liquid cinnamon bark herb daily and it helps so much and I initially took the cinnamon as an inflammatory and also learned it helps with GERD and sure enough for me it has. just sharing everyones differant. It's one of them things we each have to do what works for each person. I am 10 months PO now and feel best I have in over 30 yrs!

[yogachick 56]

I had the worst gerd prior to surgery. I'm talking lava choking me awake at night even on meds. Since surgery zero reflux and zero meds!

[sh1211 38]

BlondBomb,

Liquid Cinnamon Bark Herb- Where do you get this? Do you have a brand name you can share or a link to where I can find it? I've never heard of it and would be interested in checking it out.

Thank you for all the new replies! I really appreciate it!!

[Mel24 51]

I had a hiatal hernia and GERD a long time ago, prior to having my my first boy (just turned 10) . I was on 2 (80mg) Protonix a day all the way until my 3rd trimester, then had to come off it. After I had Chandler, some how the pregnancy fixed my hernia. I don't know if all the pressure rearranged it.

Anyway, I am getting sleeved on the 4th and we are prepped if the hernia is still there or not. She'll fix it if so.

[pansy63 21]

@@CanyonBaby

Thanks for the info..mine is a surprise as well. Hope mine goes as well as yours and will keep your hints in mind:)

[pansy63 21]

@@TammyDTM

Which Protein powders and supplements did you switch to? I am in process of getting samples of different ones and hadn't thought about the artificial sugar issue. Which ones worked best for you after your switch?

[sh1211 38]

Do any of you think I would be able to drive at 9 or 10 days post-op?

I'm in the process of planning surgery in Mexico as well as summer college courses that I have to take asap. So I'm also trying to decide if I can swing both.

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

@@pansy63

Sorry to interrupt.....but maybe this will work for you: On Amazon.com type in unflavored Protein powder in the search box. I use TG's and GENEPRO. Good luck!

[sh1211 38]

Do any of you think I would be able to drive at 9 or 10 days post-op?

I'm in the process of planning surgery in Mexico as well as summer college courses that I have to take asap. So I'm also trying to decide if I can swing both.

[sh1211 38]

UGHHH... Sorry for the double posting, I guess my computer froze.

Any how . . . CanyonBaby all information is welcome. Thank you for sharing.

[sh1211 38]

pansy63,

Where are you buying your samples of Protein powders and supplements from? I will definitely be checking out CannonBaby's suggestion, but trying samples first would be awesome!!

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

@@sh1211

I think if you try the GENEPRO (wee small scoop gives you 30g/serving!!!), you can get it in the smaller package to start, then if you like it, it goes up to a 3lb container.

[McButterpants 2,846]

Had a hernia that I didn't know I had repaired during surgery - no issues at all since surgery 18 months ago.

[TammyDTM 391]

@@pansy63 I have used Isopure unflavored powder Protein mix. I am currently using GENEPRO Protein Powder. I purchased both on Amazon.com. Although both of these products advertise "unflavored," there is a noticeable "flavor." However, it is not as bad as the fake sugar mixes. The GENEPRO is best for me. It has 30 mg of Protein in just one tablespoon and can be mixed in hot or cold foods and liquids.