I really wish I knew, Rebecca, but I can only guess. This whole thing is still in the experimental/design stage right now as it is, so not even the "experts"...
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Sandra Holt-Smith
sholtsmith
Apr 2, 2004 9:29 pm
Hi Deb, I made some reservations, but you're going to KILL me Sunday morning, April 18th. Have you already booked the hotel room? Sandi...
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JMB000001@...
msjanb2001
Apr 2, 2004 11:45 pm
In a message dated 4/1/2004 11:18:19 PM Eastern Standard Time, missydcd@... writes: know what you mean about feeling depressed after the surgery. It's...
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Debbi Heiser
bigbrillohead
Apr 3, 2004 1:51 am
Nope, I didn't book anything until we knew for sure what times your flights were, etc... Whassup?...
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Stacy
darling_angel77
Apr 3, 2004 2:16 am
Hey ya'll. My surgery is on Monday, and I need to go to the grocery store. What kind of foods are best after a Heller? Stacy in NC...
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Stacy
darling_angel77
Apr 3, 2004 2:20 am
Manoj, I am having a Heller on Monday at Duke Medical Center is Durham. I live on the coast, but Dr. Aurora Pryor comes highly recommended. Duke is an option...
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pfaigen2
Apr 3, 2004 3:02 pm
... Hi! Good luck with your surgery on Monday. RE: grocery store- I found that Boost or Ensure were a must for energy. Other than that it's soup, jello,...
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lindwoodwebtv
Apr 3, 2004 3:16 pm
Stacy and all wondering about post op diets... You should ask your doctor. I was allowed to eat ANYTHING soft immediately after my surgery, and I had no...
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John Bartolino
jfbartolino2002
Apr 3, 2004 5:05 pm
... Subject: (no subject) Dear Lord: Every single evening As I'm lying here in bed This tiny little prayer Keeps running through my head. God bless all my...
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John Bartolino
jfbartolino2002
Apr 3, 2004 5:16 pm
Someone wanted to know why procardia knocks me out Well when i get a spasm I first take cold water with a cookie Then I go
for the procardia My blood...
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Cindi Wilmot
cindiscandles2
Apr 3, 2004 5:56 pm
Stacy, Linda, et al... My doc has also said soft foods until the 2 week post op check up! I was
very excited about that because I'm dairy allergic & not being...
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Joan Pearse
joanpearse
Apr 3, 2004 7:14 pm
Good Luck Stacy! Usually anything soft and sloppy to start with. I found the most soothing was strained Oats porridge. Just cook twice the serving (2 ounces)...
14532
joanninnc
Apr 3, 2004 8:28 pm
... Hi. I just read your post on the achalasia board. I was wondering if you had your surgery through the side with your ribs spread apart or were you...
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Susan Thompson
susan_thomps...
Apr 4, 2004 12:42 am
Hi Joann, I had my first open myotomy through my side, but it didn't work. They attempted to repair the first surgery, so my left side was cut open again. ...
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Sandra Holt-Smith
sholtsmith
Apr 4, 2004 9:46 am
I've been doing a little research on sleep apnea because my Dr. thinks I may have it, so I'm supposed to make an appt to have a sleep study done soon. I was...
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Sandra Holt-Smith
sholtsmith
Apr 4, 2004 9:46 am
Stacy, I wish you all the best on your surgery on Monday! I was able to eat instant oatmeal, cream of wheat, cream soups, juices, and custard the first week of...
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Sandra Holt-Smith
sholtsmith
Apr 4, 2004 9:46 am
Hi Joann, It's good to see a post from you, I haven't heard from you in a long time but think of you often. I hope all is well with you and your family. Give...
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MaggWho@...
maggwho
Apr 4, 2004 12:39 pm
If my memory is correct we have 4 members having a myotomy on Monday. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. Hugs to all, Maggie Alabama...
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: b i a n c k a :
biancka_girrrl
Apr 4, 2004 1:21 pm
I am having a horrible day. Not foodwise because I am on liquids for the upcoming myotomy but more mentallwise. I can't cope anymore. The last 7 months have...
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shawndra villano
sviilano
Apr 4, 2004 3:02 pm
Stacy, Soups and potatoes, really soft foods. I was told by my surgon noth but soft purreed consitant food for two weeks. Then it is soft foods and chicken and...
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Stacy
darling_angel77
Apr 4, 2004 3:03 pm
The closer I get to my surgery, the more I am wondering if it is really worth it. I know I need a Heller.... but I get the idea from my family that I am...
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Denise D'Alessandro
missydcd
Apr 4, 2004 4:12 pm
Hey Stacy, you'll have to ask your doctor what you will be able to eat after the surgrey. Each surgeon is different. I had to stay on clear liquids for the...
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Denise D'Alessandro
missydcd
Apr 4, 2004 5:10 pm
Bianka, Sorry you are having such a horrible day!! :( But you can't give up now! You HAVE to go thru with the surgery. These are trying times. But know...
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Edward Fitzgerald
edfitz65
Apr 4, 2004 5:40 pm
I am sorry for you down day feelings but it is a natural if unpleasant feeling to have especially just prior to surgery, that's when the doubts occur. While it...
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lotsalaughs34
Apr 4, 2004 5:51 pm
I think anyone who has undergone surgery has second thoughts before surgery. Don't stress out about what will happen after the surgery, everything will be...
14545
lotsalaughs34
Apr 4, 2004 5:53 pm
To all having a myotomy: I will be thinking of each and everyone of you. Speedy recovery and well-wishes sent to all of you. Genia...
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MaggWho@...
maggwho
Apr 4, 2004 6:43 pm
Especially to all those feeling down today. :) http://www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~geoffo/humour/flattery.html Hugs to all Maggie...
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Joan Pearse
joanpearse
Apr 4, 2004 8:43 pm
Bianka, It sounds like you have baby blues on top of the achalasia. It is a very natural thing which catches some mothers harder than others. PLEASE get some...
14548
notan_ostrich
Apr 4, 2004 8:48 pm
... Biancka, it is good that you told us how bad you feel, because we care about you. If you have not already done so, please find someone there to help you...
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Cindi Wilmot
cindiscandles2
Apr 4, 2004 9:10 pm
Joan & Notan are right, Biancka. It is good to vent & normal to have bad
days, but if you are having more good than bad, your hormones & your stress
are...
