Saying prayers for you.

So glad you can get this over with quickly. You'll feel so much better when it's behind you.

Oh great that you found the surgeon that works for you! Wishing you the best on this journey. please let us know how things go. We worry :-)

Great news - we'll be thinking of you and wishing you all the best!

Well, it's even more complicated now.

Due to abdominal issues, I had a CT scan with and without contrast yesterday. I've had gastritis issues for years and my last scan was two years ago.

This time, it shows a narrowing of my stomach where it empties into the intestines, which explains why, as the day goes on, my stomach bloats/indigestion a lot as food isn't moving through normally. There's the possibility of a neoplasm per the radiologist; or, severe antritis (let's hope for the second, not the first).

So, now I've got to have an endoscopy!

Growing old is not for wimps!

Try to stay strong and positive. You will get to the bottom of all of this and have a successful treatment plan.

(((Hugs)))

Echoing eld -- once all the tests and treatments are sorted out, you'll be feeling so much better. And on the plus side, it sounds like you have a good medical team, who are able to find these things. Hoping the test shows something easy to treat : ) .

Sending more good wishes from Canada, dyh!

Ugh, it's never simple, is it? Whatever it is, it's easier to deal with it once you know. I hope it's only antritis, but at least you know that whatever it is, they'll take care of it.

There seems to be always something. My mother used to say no rest for the weary. Hang in there dyh. Take one step at a time. It will be fine.

Hang in there.. this is one you can do healthfully.

So sorry about the newest test results and thinking only positive thoughts for you.

((((((dyhgarden))))))

I too am sending my positive thoughts and prayers your way. Hope everything is easily treated and resolved.

Sending my best wishes and thoughts your way, too. You can do this, and still have a great quality of life. The meds for thyroid conditions are effective, especially since it seems you will still have half a thyroid.

Fingers crossed on the gastritis, may your tests show the least problematic outcome, that can be cleared up the easiest. (Just noticed that part now, having not read the entire thread.)

I think you might feel much better once they get your dosage regulated. I have Hashimoto's and a very small dosage of Synthroid made a huge improvement. I tried a few generics and they all felt different, so don't settle on the first script you get.

Wishing you the very best, you can do this!!!

Surgeon recommendation, by anesthesiologist DIL, is about as good as it gets.

? hypertrophic pyloric stenosis...

Good luck.

Thinking good thoughts for you!

I'm now more concerned about my stomach, but my gastric doctor's appointment isn't until July 6. My GP made an "urgent" order, so hopefully, they'll fit me in sooner. Waiting a week to talk about this stomach issue is unnerving.

Wishing you the best. I agree waiting is tough, but a week will go by quickly.

Sorry you've run into other issues. Wishing you the best.

My gastro doc will do an endoscopy, but can't fit me in until August 14. He wants to biopsy for H Pylori, take a close look at the antrum section of my stomach where the narrowing/inflammation is located, and rule out Barrett's Esophagus.

Meanwhile, I'm eating small, bland meals to keep from triggering the discomfort/bloating.

I've messaged my GP to see if she can do a blood test/breath test for H Pylori so that, if positive, I could get the antibiotics going. I think there are 2-3 taken at one time, for two weeks.

The thyroid surgery is Wednesday, so I'll soon have that out of the way.

Will be thinking of you this week, dyh. And I hope your GP has good advice for the test.

Thinking good thoughts!

DYH, hope all goes smoothly for you. Hang in there!

Sending prayers and good thoughts for your upcoming surgery. I hope the pylori or whatever it is as simple and easy taken care of. (((((Dyhgarden)))))

Keeping you in my prayers, dyhgarden. I hope this is all over and perfectly under control very soon.

Wishing you the best and a speedy recovery.

I hear your relief to get the thyroid surgery over with. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Thinking of you and hope to see this all behind you soon.

Wishing you the best of outcomes with your thyroid surgery. And hope the other problems are behind you soon too.

The thyroid surgery went well. The pathology will be back next week and that will determine whether the left lobe will need to be removed in the near future.

I've not had to take painkillers much at all. I last took a Tylenol on Thursday evening.

What's really bothering me is my stomach. I was throwing up on Tuesday, the day before the surgery. I've not been able to eat much. I fill up too quickly and feel queasy all the time. The only drug that I'm allergic to is Prilosec, so I have to rely on Pepcid, Zantac, Tums, ginger, etc. to soothe my stomach. I've cut out coffee, wine, spicy foods, etc. I'm eating small portions of bland food. It's not a diet I wanted. I've lost 7 lbs in a week.

Thanks for all the good wishes! I appreciate it. Living alone, it's easy to spin my thoughts too much, since there's no sounding board here!

dyh, I 'm so glad the surgery went well and that you're not feeling much pain, but very sorry to hear that your stomach is bothering you so much.

Do you like cream of wheat? French toast? I wish you lived closer so I could bring you something...

dyhgarden, I have been thinking of you and am glad the surgery went well. Waiting for test results is sometimes the most difficult part. Waiting when you don't feel well is downright awful.

Would you consider calling the gastro doc and pushing to have the August appointment moved up? Losing 7 pounds in one week because you are not able to eat much would certainly make a strong case for being seen sooner.

((("dyhgarden")))

dyh, what a relief it must be have the surgery over. I hope the test results are lovely to behold. And if you do require more surgery, you will know what is ahead and it should be a little easier.

Losing seven pounds in one week, well that means you are not eating anything at all and that cannot be good for your body's ability to heal. You need some sustenance. Surely someone can do something for you sooner rather than later. This is a drain on your resources for coping physically and mentally with what you need.

As for how we can drive ourselves mad with worry and imagination, it's such a simple trick we play on ourselves, especially if we have no one to help change our thoughts. I am so glad we all have each other here.

{{{{{{{dyhgarden}}}}}}}}}

Thanks.

I can’t have the endoscopy until two weeks after my thyroid surgery. I’m on a wait list for a cancellation before the scheduled August 14 appointment.

I'm glad the surgery went well. And I hope you get good news and won't have another. But I am concerned about your weight loss. Can you take Gaviscon? Think that might help? That is my DH's go-to. For my son, it's buttered noodles or ramen. Saltines, graham crackers, baked potato.... Whatever it is, I hope you find a way to get some sustenance. Rita's right -- you need to be able to keep up your strength and heal. Healing takes a lot of energy.

I too wish I was closer and could help you somehow. Will be thinking of you and sending my best your way. Hope you an get in before the 14th.

Sending good thoughts.

I'm glad your surgery went well, and hoping you don't need more. I'm worried about your weight loss. I hope you get a cancellation appointment so you can be on the road to full recovery.

Glad you are home and sending you lots of (((hugs)))).

Yesterday, I switched to Pepcid Complete -- 1 in the morning and 1 before bed. I feel better this morning, but I still lost another pound.

I thought switching off the Zantac/Tums combo that I've been on for years might be a good thing to try. People's Pharmacy recommends the Pepcid Complete.

I ate a Luna PB protein bar and drank a Muscle Milk vanilla protein drink for dinner last night--nothing except candied ginger bits after 7 pm. That combination seemed to work, and gives me calories and nutrients. I'm drinking a lot of Gatorade! I tried a small container of Greek Yogurt yesterday and it was fine, except I couldn't eat the entire container.

I think the small size of my stomach due to the antrum narrowing, along with the inflammation, just makes it difficult to eat.

I appreciate the support!

Glad the surgery went well. It is very concerning that you have lost so much weight. For my daughter who had stomach issues she used the DGL even when her stomach was inflamed and queasy. Maybe you could at least try a small piece of one tablet. It is supposed to help with inflammation and it is supposed to help with digestion. Peppermint oil works as well but I think that is too strong at this point for you. The combination is supposed to get rid of most gastro problems.

Thanks for the update, dyh. I hope that keeps working for you until your next surgery.

Adding my best wishes for a speedy recovery and hope this new combination works for your stomach issues. Hang in there!

Glad you got some relief. I am thinking that eating tiny amounts throughout the day would be best, so don’t worry if you cannot eat an entire cup of yogurt. Have a spoonful here and there. Weight loss can be due to dehydration. You are wise to stay hydrated. I would dilute the Gatorade and limit the daily amount. It has sugar which can cause stomach upsets . Nibble crackers and dry toast. Also tiny star shaped pasta called pastina goes down easily and is easy to digest. I would be happy to mail you a box if your local supermarket does not have it.

Glad to hear surgery went well-- but so sorry to hear that youre having trouble with your stomach. You've received good advice here and it's clear you are listening to your body. Hope you find something that works for you until the next procedure.

So glad your surgery went well. I hope the gastro surgery gets moved up and that you resolve your stomach issues soon. It sounds like your small meals have mostly resolved your problem for now but I know you are anxious to get relief.

Just as an aside, Gatorade makes me nauseous. I cannot drink it but there are other hydration supplements that I can tolerate better. Nuun is one although it has to be mixed with water and isn’t as convenient. There are a few others sold in running stores I can tolerate.

I felt "almost" normal today. I started with Trader Joe's version of Cheerios with almond milk, after taking a Pepcid Complete.

For lunch, I went to my neighborhood Thai restaurant, where I'm a regular. They made a vegetarian coconut soup with ginger for me. It really soothed my stomach. They also made a white meat chicken with veggies for me--only stomach-friendly veggies and a light sauce, no spice, low sodium -- with white rice. It felt great to eat a real meal! It sat well with me, but I didn't overeat. I was careful.

I didn't snack all afternoon because I was able to eat lunch. I had some cranberry juice mid-afternoon and that's supposed to be good for gastritis.

For dinner, I went back to the protein bar and shake to keep it nutritional, but light.

I drank mostly water today and ginger tea. Only one small Gatorade after breakfast. Water is usually difficult for me early in the morning.

Thanks for all the tips.

Yay :-)

Liquids are easier to tolerate than solids. When my friend couldn't eat, I blended spaghetti with meat balls and heated it up so she could sip like a soup. There's so many other healthy combinations (also did burrito filling!) that would give you energy and sustenance until you can regain strength. Best wishes!

Glad to hear of your progress. That was so sweet how they "babied" you at your Thai haunt. It is hard to eat when your choices are limited, and they made it a lot easier for you. Hope you are 100% soon. Or 99. : )

So glad to hear you are feeling better and finding some things that are working better for you. It must have felt good to eat a real meal. Asian foods are easy to adapt and it's nice that your favorite spot made that effort for you. Loyalty works both ways. Keep up the progress!