hiya everyone .. well i am sitting here in tears again .. had a scope run and they found an ulcer so the doc has postponed my surgery .. another couple of months .. some times i just think it will never get here and i am gonna give up .. sorry for doing the poor me thing .. but after waiting for years i am completely discouraged :cry:.. thanks for listening xx
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dreamofbeingslim
Can't wait for next appt
(((hugs))). Have you been given any medication to treat the ulcer? I hope so. Will you definately get your surgery in a couple of months? I hope they don't make you wait too much longer.
strawberry twig
Is a big loser ;)
Dont be sorry, it must be soul destroying having to cancel for a few months. You build it all up so your life revolves around it and then its taken away or delayed.
You will get there so dont give up, everything happens for a reason and your day will come when it's supposed to and your body is safe to under go such a major op.
Keep your chin up were all here to get you thru it x
thanks everyone so much for the kind words .. sometimes it helps just to know someone is listening .. lol . and anyone who has more ideas for healing an ulcer .. feel free to share !
I had a scope run six weeks ago and they found the ulcer .. i was put on lansaprozole .. but when they did the follow up scope the ulcer is still there! so the surgeon says it has to be cleared before he will proceed .. they tell me another scope the end of March and to just stay on the lansaprozole (which hasnt cleared it in 6 weeks!) so fingers X it works this time ... thanks again everyone xxx
I had a scope run six weeks ago and they found the ulcer .. i was put on lansaprozole .. but when they did the follow up scope the ulcer is still there! so the surgeon says it has to be cleared before he will proceed .. they tell me another scope the end of March and to just stay on the lansaprozole (which hasnt cleared it in 6 weeks!) so fingers X it works this time ... thanks again everyone xxx
I am sorry your op has been postponed, it is such a bitter blow when you have gotten your hopes up. Fingers crossed the ulcer will do the decent thing and leave! This is definitely the place to come when you need support. I really hope things work out for you very soon. Dawn.
Postop
Sports Goddess
I know it hurts. I had the same problem. They found a ton of ulcers when they did the preop endoscopy. I had to take meds. for several months and then they did the surgery. I know it's upsetting but try and look at it as they're so careful they only want to go in when it's safe. And it's not while you have the ulcer.
Best of luck.
Best of luck.
hopelesscase
New Member
have you been given any dietary advice to help reduce the imflamation?
Here is some general stuff also d you smoke as that is also a known antagonist.
hth
carole
Diet And Ulcers
In general, if you want to ease the symptoms of an ulcer, or reduce your risk of developing one in the first place, you should avoid eating large meals, as they encourage the production of excessive amounts of stomach acid to digest the food. In addition, diets which are high in fat and sugar, but low in fiber are known to cause a variety of adverse effects in the gut. Here are some specific dietary tips which may help to reduce the symptoms and formation of peptic ulcers.
Reduce Your Intake of Spicy Foods
Although there is no clear evidence to suggest these foods cause ulcers, they have been shown to aggravate symptoms. So avoid foods like: chili peppers, black pepper, mustard, curry and other strong spices.
Reduce Alcohol And Caffeine Intake
Both alcohol and caffeine can be problem foods for anyone with an ulcer, or at risk from an ulcer, and should be avoided or consumed sparingly. These items typically increase the acidity of the stomach and therefore can contribute to ulcer development or aggravate symptoms of existing ulcers.
Reduce Your Intake Of Sodium
An American study has linked high intakes of salt and soy sauce to a higher risk of stomach ulcers. So avoid adding salt to your the food on your plate and use food labels to check for low-sodium varieties. Foods commonly high in sodium include: canned soup, tortilla chips, potato/corn chips, salted nuts, salted meats (eg. bacon), blue cheese, cornflakes. Switching to a diet containing fewer packaged or processed foods, will definitely reduce your sodium intake.
Add Oily Fish To Your Diet
Some studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids - found in oily fish, like salmon, mackerel, sardines and herring - may help reduce the risk of ulcers. It seems that these omega-3 fats increase our production of prostaglandins, compounds that help to protect the lining of the alimentary canal, that is, the entire digestive passage, including the lining of the stomach and intestines.
General Advice About Dietary Vitamins And Minerals
The protective antioxidant effects of certain micronutrients should help to lower the risk of ulcers and ease symptoms when an ulcer has already formed. For instance, some nutritionists recommend eating more vegetables and fruit, such as carrots, kale, red/green peppers, cabbage juice, apricots and kiwi fruit, for their beta-carotene and vitamin C content, in order to help protect the lining of the stomach and intestine.
Vitamin E from foods like wheatgerm, hazelnuts, cold-pressed sunflower seed oil, soybean oil, should also help, as should zinc from seafood and whole grains.
Other nutritionists are strong advocates of the healing properties of amino acids, the basic building blocks of proteins, and recommend L-Glutamine for peptic ulcers. Good food sources include: wheatgerm, cheddar cheese, almonds, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds.
Possible Herbal Remedies For Ulcers
In some tests, a tablet form of licorice root - which has been treated to remove an acid which may raise blood pressure - has been shown to protect against ulcers caused by the adverse effects of aspirin on the stomach lining. Camomile tea may also ease the symptoms of ulcers.
Lifestyle And Risk Of Ulcers
Damage caused by smoking increases the risk of ulcer formation and slows ulcer healing. Another reason to quit! The effects of stress on ulcer development are less easy to assess, although a stressful lifestyle clearly impacts on eating habits, alcohol consumption and smoking. So if you want to lower your risk of an ulcer, taking steps to alleviate the stress in your life is almost certain to be beneficial.caused by smoking increases the risk of ulcer formation and slows ulcer healing. Another reason to quit!
The effects of stress on ulcer development are less easy to quantify, although a stressful lifestyle is known to affect eating habits, alcohol consumption and smoking. So if you want to lower your risk of an ulcer, taking steps to alleviate the stress in your life is almost certain to be beneficial.
Here is some general stuff also d you smoke as that is also a known antagonist.
hth
carole
Diet And Ulcers
In general, if you want to ease the symptoms of an ulcer, or reduce your risk of developing one in the first place, you should avoid eating large meals, as they encourage the production of excessive amounts of stomach acid to digest the food. In addition, diets which are high in fat and sugar, but low in fiber are known to cause a variety of adverse effects in the gut. Here are some specific dietary tips which may help to reduce the symptoms and formation of peptic ulcers.
Reduce Your Intake of Spicy Foods
Although there is no clear evidence to suggest these foods cause ulcers, they have been shown to aggravate symptoms. So avoid foods like: chili peppers, black pepper, mustard, curry and other strong spices.
Reduce Alcohol And Caffeine Intake
Both alcohol and caffeine can be problem foods for anyone with an ulcer, or at risk from an ulcer, and should be avoided or consumed sparingly. These items typically increase the acidity of the stomach and therefore can contribute to ulcer development or aggravate symptoms of existing ulcers.
Reduce Your Intake Of Sodium
An American study has linked high intakes of salt and soy sauce to a higher risk of stomach ulcers. So avoid adding salt to your the food on your plate and use food labels to check for low-sodium varieties. Foods commonly high in sodium include: canned soup, tortilla chips, potato/corn chips, salted nuts, salted meats (eg. bacon), blue cheese, cornflakes. Switching to a diet containing fewer packaged or processed foods, will definitely reduce your sodium intake.
Add Oily Fish To Your Diet
Some studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids - found in oily fish, like salmon, mackerel, sardines and herring - may help reduce the risk of ulcers. It seems that these omega-3 fats increase our production of prostaglandins, compounds that help to protect the lining of the alimentary canal, that is, the entire digestive passage, including the lining of the stomach and intestines.
General Advice About Dietary Vitamins And Minerals
The protective antioxidant effects of certain micronutrients should help to lower the risk of ulcers and ease symptoms when an ulcer has already formed. For instance, some nutritionists recommend eating more vegetables and fruit, such as carrots, kale, red/green peppers, cabbage juice, apricots and kiwi fruit, for their beta-carotene and vitamin C content, in order to help protect the lining of the stomach and intestine.
Vitamin E from foods like wheatgerm, hazelnuts, cold-pressed sunflower seed oil, soybean oil, should also help, as should zinc from seafood and whole grains.
Other nutritionists are strong advocates of the healing properties of amino acids, the basic building blocks of proteins, and recommend L-Glutamine for peptic ulcers. Good food sources include: wheatgerm, cheddar cheese, almonds, sunflower seeds and sesame seeds.
Possible Herbal Remedies For Ulcers
In some tests, a tablet form of licorice root - which has been treated to remove an acid which may raise blood pressure - has been shown to protect against ulcers caused by the adverse effects of aspirin on the stomach lining. Camomile tea may also ease the symptoms of ulcers.
Lifestyle And Risk Of Ulcers
Damage caused by smoking increases the risk of ulcer formation and slows ulcer healing. Another reason to quit! The effects of stress on ulcer development are less easy to assess, although a stressful lifestyle clearly impacts on eating habits, alcohol consumption and smoking. So if you want to lower your risk of an ulcer, taking steps to alleviate the stress in your life is almost certain to be beneficial.caused by smoking increases the risk of ulcer formation and slows ulcer healing. Another reason to quit!
The effects of stress on ulcer development are less easy to quantify, although a stressful lifestyle is known to affect eating habits, alcohol consumption and smoking. So if you want to lower your risk of an ulcer, taking steps to alleviate the stress in your life is almost certain to be beneficial.
thinkbethin
New Member
So sorry to hear this as its so heart breaking when you have been waiting a while but for your own good you have to look at this as just a blip. Your overall health has to come first so if the surgeon thinks it would be better to wait a little longer then so be it. Why take risks if its going to hinder your health??? Take a step back and look at this from a different point of view sweetheart. Once you do get your op you will be stronger and healthier to have a successful weight loss. Hang on in there and we're all here for you when you feel the need to rant lol. Hugs xxxx
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