Nissen Fundoplication w/ Hiatal Hernia Repair Recovery days 2-5

Hi! If you came from my first video, hello again, if you are new - HELLO WELCOME! I recently had a Nissen Fundoplication surgery with Hiatal Hernia repair. This is a run down of my recovery days 2-5. Sorry it's a bit long, but I like to chat a lot :) You can follow my recovery journey on Insta as well!
Instagram: Alissaalissy

[@yolandatapia1852]

Thank you for your information..i had my surgery 6days ago. I so much in pain...as i watch your video ,you mention the "Air plan pillow...i didnt have one but i roll a towel n place it around my neck...What a difference..it help with my pain.....thank you...please send prayers for a speedy recovery 🙏. 🙏

[@lindacoton1202]

I’ve had a sliding hiatal hernia for a few years now and was always able to manage the symptoms but these past 5 months have been horrible. I’m 63 and I’ve decided to get the surgery. I won’t live the rest of my life like this because nothing can be worse. You’re right, I want my quality of life back so thank you so much for taking my worries away! I see my surgeon in a month and a half and I will follow up 👍

[@jthetruth3749]

The gas from the surgery is the worst part. I would get gas x. The gas pain is so bad that even the pain meds doesn’t fully relieve the pain.

[@kristinwright6632]

@@jthetruth3749 thank you! I'm preparing for my hiatal hernia surgery. Will get the gas x!

[@jthetruth3749]

@@kristinwright6632 I have an update: if you are allergic to gluten try another alternative. I found out the hard way there’s gluten in gas x. I had to spend 5 days in the hospital, got fluid on my lung, it collapsed, and had to get drained. Please if you have food allergies be careful.

[@jthetruth3749]

@@kristinwright6632 if you’re allergic to gluten like I am use Beano. I didn’t realize that Gas-X had gluten, and I got really sick from it and had to be hospitalized.

[@paulochs9220]

Are you on Facebook? I'm on day 8 after nissen Fundoplication surgery I'm not on Instagram. I had a 270° wrap I've eaten haddock already with mashed potatoes whipped. But I'm still having dysphagia trouble swallowing and getting pills down. I'm starving, because since the fish n potatoes I'm back to jello n pudding now Campbell's chicken noodle soup but I have to strain it take the chicken bits out and I can swallow the soft noodles n broth but It still wants to regurgitate if I want more with it like a jello or apple juice pudding water for meds. I have other underlying health conditions emphysema copd TBM Trachea bronchial malacia, I also have sinus problems, my breathing seems to get difficult after eating no so much so that I need to use all 3 of my inhalers but at least one of them. I want some meat or pasta pizza day 8 and I'm not happy for those reasons no meats and I don't know when or if that Will ever happen for me again to be able to eat the regular diet they say eventually I will get back to. I regret having the surgery Omeprazole worked for my heartburn but not for my lung disease or TBM so the surgery I believe is so they can focus on those other health conditions. It's frustrating

[@joanc7816]

Thanks for this video. I am 72 and having the surgery in 2 weeks. It's good to know what to expect. Helps lessen the anxiety. Lol

[@Crab.Ragoon]

Good luck on your surgery 🙏. Please keep us posted on your results.

[@davidbaker141]

I just had this done 3 days ago. Being full of air and unable to pass it has been painful. My mother who is 76 had this done a few months ago and she tolerated it fine. Worst part is the diet for me and the pain from being full of air!

[@stnln2180]

@@davidbaker141 How are you doing now? Did it remove the heartburn?

[@jthetruth3749]

I’m trying gas x to help with the surgical gas pain

[@franhar8292]

How are you doing now?

[@celina316sanchez8]

Thank you soo much!!!!!! This is exactly how i feel right now . This has made me feel less anxiety knowing that im not the only experiencing these symptoms. I suffered with this burning pain in throat everyday and stomach pain and so much more symptoms for 3!!!! Years and they finally found out a month ago i had this going on with me and decided to do this surgery this means soo much to me and i am very grateful for everything even the little things! Thank you for sharing your experience with us!

[@Alexis_005]

Did you get the surgery? How are you feeling now?

[@tawanabellamy8686]

What symptoms did you have with it

[@alyssaxo1016]

How was the surgery?

[@jullcooooo]

Thanks alot Alissa for the wonderful videos u uploaded, I've just did this surgery and it was done 2 hrs ago. Immediately after the surgery my brother sent me you videos and this is the second video I'm watching, really appreciate that you shared your experience. At least I will get to know what will happen next and how the recovery process will be. Thanks alot sweetheart god bless you, and wish you a very quick recovery. All the best 👍

[@alissachristine250]

Hi Julla, Hope you are feeling better! How is the bloating and food going?

[@curtfox91]

updates!???

[@alyssaxo1016]

Update?

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

Hey @jullcooooo Can you tell me Is it normal to have little heartburn and burping after 4 days of Nissen fundoplocation (surgery) Because from day 2 i am getting little heartburn and burping

[@aurorafria]

​@@AmanKumar-om8uqhi ars you still having same symptoms? I am 4 day post op and having bad acid..almost the same before surgery😮

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi Alyssa. I had my Fundoplication surgery 2 weeks ago. It went very well. I was given injections of Exparel into the incision sites. It’s like a lidocaine. It lasts for 3 days. They did give me Percocet also. I can’t believe the 1st night I was able to sleep on my side. Heartburn - Gone!!!! I did get the shoulder pain which wasn’t to bad. I was able to eat jello, pudding, broth, etc. My doctor told me I could start a soft diet at my one week check up. That went alright considering there’s not much to choose from. My incisions are healing well. It’s the inside that’s still sore. However, yesterday I decided I wanted to try tuna salad and my boyfriend brought me dumplings. Well I almost went to the ER. These went down so well and I was hungry. So I ate and ate and ate and followed it with ice cream. I got really nauseous but I couldn’t vomit. It was awful. I was belching like crazy and the pain in my chest was worse than I can say. My upper back was painful. I couldn’t lay down. My boyfriend wasn’t around cause if he was we would have gone to the ER. It took hours to pass. I finally was able to sleep. Thank God I woke up ok this morning. So scary. It’s 6pm and all I’ve had was jello and applesauce. Afraid to eat. All I can say is even though food is going down and you feel hungry, just eat a small amount every couple of hours. Don’t do what I did. Seriously the pain was the worst I had!!! My daughters boyfriend had the surgery and said it took months before he could eat normally. Oh well at least no acid reflux. Hope you’re doing well. I’ll keep in touch

[@alissachristine250]

Hi! So glad the acid reflux is gone! Yes, it’s so easy to be excited about food when you hadn’t had real food in a while! I remember I wanted to eat everything but had to refrain. I suggest taking small bites. Chewing really well. And waiting a little bit before moving on to the next bite. It usually takes your brain 20 minuets to realize that the stomach is full. If you still feel hungry after 20 mins have a little more. You will have much smaller portion sizes for a while. I’ve found as time has gone on that it’s better to have a big breakfast / lunch and small dinner (snacks in between). This allows me to get the calories I need in a day without that heavy dinner feeling later. Keep me posted I’m excited to hear how you progress. I found rice to be a very easy carb to consume during recovery. Also by week 3/4 ground meat. I made Zuppa Toscana a lot. Without the dairy(made me feel bloated. Stayed away from a lot of dairy and still do). Best of luck!

[@fretboard2193]

Hope you r fine now . Will keep this in mind . I m 4 days post op and on liquid diet. Hoping to recover fully.

[@rebekahirrobali2105]

Did you happen to need any wedge pillows or where you okay to just use pillows

[@Alexis_005]

How are you doing now?

[@victoriabarrientos3280]

Thanks so much for sharing your story. I’ve had acid reflux for 10-15 years and am finally getting things checked out. I have a mild case of hiatal hernia and want it repaired. Hopefully it’s repairable and hopefully the doctor will want to do the surgery.

[@crallhdvhsj342]

Hi Alyssa, I have my surgery tomorrow morning and this has given me so much help to prep. Wish me luck

[@franhar8292]

Hi how are you doing? Was it worth it? Did you have any esophagus spasms? I'm 72 trying to make up my mind. I'm having a ctif done.

[@taylordemarse8853]

I've been dealing with this for years. I stopped Rabaprozole cold turkey about a month ago cuz I thought it wasn't effective anymore cuz I was getting upper back pain like muscle spasms. I've been on numerous medications for it. I've asked my gastro doctor about fundoplication surgery and they said they don't do that. Right now as I'm watching your video my throat feels like I gargled with razor blades, losing my voice and I'm having alot of pain from GERD symptoms. I feel like they're tied together. I'm in a lot of pain & it gets to the point where I don't wanna eat anymore. I've lost weight myself. Like 15-20 pounds and it's still not enough. Honestly we shouldn't have to lose weight to get rid of GERD. That's BS when other people don't experience what we experience. I live in NY but I wanna be heard. I'm miserable 😔. I'm gonna be 25 in June. I'm propped up on my bed, I took Zantec like an hour or so ago and I'm still feeling it. Regurgitating is no joke. I'm really glad they were able to help you and you're feeling better. I need a hail Mary :( 💔

[@alissachristine250]

Taylor DeMarse you shouldn’t have to live your life in pain. Just because your gastro doctor doesn’t do the surgery doesn’t mean another specials wont. You need to specifically ask to be referred to a gastro surgeon. If you can’t get the recommendation, seek one out that your insurance takes. Medications no longer worked for me and I had enough. It took me six months to get the referral and it was the best choice I ever made. Medication doesn’t work for everyone. And you certainly should be able to get relief.

[@aldoaldi2613]

Hey do you feel short of breath to coz i try to breath deep and it stops in my chest i cant take full deep breath and i burp out gas instead of normal exhaling

[@mukundkumar2633]

@@aldoaldi2613 I feel shortness of breath and burp all day .I have done my fundoplication surgery 3 months ago all the thing was going right but one day I drink alcohol and from that day I am not felling hungry😔

[@denisemoctezuma8632]

I’m going thru the same thing.. and my Gastro does not want to do surgery for me.

[@Alexis_005]

@@mukundkumar2633 did you get back to normal after that?

[@kristinwright6632]

I am going into hiatal hernia surgery soon. My stomach is almost entirely living in my pleural cavity and I also have two abdominal hernias to fix at the same time. My surgeon asked me if I was emotionally ready for this. Glad for the warning. I'm now trying to get emotionally ready and make sure I have the physical support. I live alone and accept that I may need to go to a recovery facility for a bit. Thank you SOOOO much for this information. Will get the belt soon for my recovery.

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi Alyssa. I had my Nissan Fundoplication surgery 2 months ago. Well I just got home from the hospital because I had to have an esophageal dilation because the dr made the wrap too tight. He also found I had a Schatzki ring (2 of them). It’s a narrowing of the esophagus. My food and liquids was getting stuck in 2 places. By the Schatzki ring then again by the wrap. I had a barium swallow which showed what was going on. I hope this fixes the problem. No heartburn just chest pain, vomiting, constant belching. He had his 2nd chance. If this doesn’t cure me, I’m off to another dr. Just thought I’d fill you in. Hope all is well with you ❤️

[@Alexis_005]

How are you doing now?

[@skinseyful]

Did you have a pre-op endoscopy that could have shown the schatzki ring?

[@xo.journeytolife]

How are you doing now after a couple of years? I have a hiatal hernia and a schatzki ring. I'm on omeprazole, but I still feel sick occasionally, and I can not eat a variety of food. I am thinking about the surgery, but I'm nervous about any complications. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@loribrown1209]

So grateful that you "talk so much". 😊 I do too. This was perfect ! I'm excited for the relief ! I made a list of things I'll need ie; grocery and pillows, binders etc. I appreciate you sharing your journey. Thank you x 100 ❤

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hum. I wonder why. I have to try to get out of the tests if my dr will allow it. Thank you sooo much for your responses. I’ll keep you posted

[@kimberlynielsen6485]

I'm meeting with my surgeon next Thursday! Can't wait to get this fixed! I have a large hiatal hernia and it has caused so many problems!

[@brianf9615]

Will you be able to vomit?

[@kimberlynielsen6485]

@brianf9615 I hate throwing up! So if I can't that's OK!

[@brianf9615]

Do you know how you got your hiatal hernia and how did you discover that you have it?

[@brianf9615]

@@kimberlynielsen6485 I hate throwing up too.

[@cindygagnon9113]

I have my surgery in 4weeks. I am looking forward to it, no more PPI's. I was told that it will be a one night stay at the hospital. I will be taking 3 weeks out of work. Can't wait!

[@cloverluvvv]

Did you have the surgery ?

[@cindygagnon9113]

@@cloverluvvv yes I Did.

[@cloverluvvv]

@@cindygagnon9113 how are you feeling?

[@cindygagnon9113]

@@cloverluvvv It's been week and I am doing good. Getting back into the foods that I would eat is a real slow process. As far a pain. Only minimal and tylenol took care of it. I see my Dr. Next week and will probably go back to work in about a week and a half to 2 weeks. Covid virus makes it scarry to return too soon.

[@Turnpost2552]

Thank you for this video its very nice of you to put this out there.

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi Alyssa. Thank you for checking up on me. Had surgery tues. Just got home today. I’m feeling really good. No issues with swallowing. Water, jello, pudding and swallowing pills all going down well. The biggest issue I have is my back. I have a bulging disc, spinal stenosis and arthritis. After 4 epidurals my back was feeling better. Not now. It’s really painful. He gave me Percocet which is making me tired. I’m able to sleep on my sides so I don’t need the pillows. The airplane pillow does work. They gave me anti nausea meds so that’s not a problem. I can start soft foods tomorrow. Thank you sooo much for all your advice. I’ll keep in touch ❤️

[@alissachristine250]

Hi Phyllis! I hope your back pain eases up. Could be referred pain from the surgery. The digestive tract has a lot of nerves and so does your diaphragm. Great to hear about the soft foods :) Please keep me posted! would love to hear more about your journey as your healing progresses.

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi Alyssa. It’s day 7 since my surgery. I’m coming along. The soft foods weren’t working too well. I spoke to my Dr and he said to go back to clear. I thought I was doing well but what was happening is I’d eat a pudding which went down fine. I was still hungry and thought that wasn’t bad I’ll have another one. What a mistake. The food started to get stuck and the pain in my esophagus was unbearable. I felt like I had to belch but it really wouldn’t come out. At this point I couldn’t even drink water. I suffered for the rest of the night. I do have to remind myself to eat slowly. I’m still very tired so I’ve been resting a lot. I had to use the laxative tea and colace which worked great. Thanks for that advice. My incisions are starting to heal because I’m getting very itchy. Guess that’s a good thing. I have my f/u on fri. I think I know now that even if tells me to move on to soft foods, I will listen to my body and take my time. Keep you posted

[@alissachristine250]

@@phylliscorrigan6447 I was told to move to soft foods starting day 7 as well but it prolly took another week before actually getting to incorporate them. broth, apple sauce, pudding are all good options. I tried cream of wheat since i thought that would be easy and that was a bad idea :( also i tried scrambled eggs thinking that would be fine and it wasn't. Don't loose hope! It gets better! If you get food stuck in your esophagus it won't help to drink water. I actually had to try to cough it up or else it would have been miserable for it to stay stuck. Glad the laxitive tea is helping. Hope you are able to slowly start getting some softer food down soon. Have you had any acid reflux since? Best wishes for a quick recovery!

[@mukundkumar2633]

@@alissachristine250 how are you now?

[@ItalianaBella333]

How are you now?

[@Lyn4817]

Not looking forward to the other side of this surgery in 20 days time. I will be more fortunate as I will be staying in hospital for the first five days or so, depending, after surgery. It maybe because two thirds of my stomach is in my chest. Apparently it is about the same size as my heart. It is classified as a giant paraesphogael hernia. Also I will only be having a 180 degree wrap, unlike the Nissen which is 360 degree wrap. Also I will be having dissolvable mesh that dissolves in about six months. Because ofbthe partial wrap it means I will find it easier to burp and vomit afterwards. I am still in denial. I didn't think I was so bad. I can't believe how young you are fir this problem, I am considerably older.Thanks for your account. I am looking to feeling myself again.

[@alissachristine250]

Wow I wish you the best on your journey! I hope the procedure goes well and that recovery will go smoothly.

[@chrism.313]

Having this procedure in 1 week. Thanks for some clarification.

[@candicereid4939]

How are you feeling?

[@ISABELLE2018]

Hope your well, please give us update of your surgery for the last 5 years. Thank you so much😊

[@graj22754]

Thank you so much for this information. I am having surgery soon and super nervous.

[@Mgleatherwallets]

Thank you alisa for this Video,on 5.4.2024 im going to same surgery like you.Wish me luck 🍀

[@janejdough2230]

Having surgery soon. Thank God I am Canadian so I don't have to worry about cost. Thanks for your insight.

[@Alexis_005]

More than the reflux I want to get this surgery because the hernia is causing me panic attacks every day, even while sleeping 😢

[@laurelsalloum353]

Thank you so much for these videos! I have a hernia mesh repair and Nissen fundiplication scheduled for April 1st!

[@alissachristine250]

Hi Laurel, how are you feeling?

[@laurelsalloum353]

Alissa Christine I’m feeling well! I had my surgery moved up to March 25th so that’s when I had mine done! At first I had a lot of gas pain with everything I ate!! Now I am doing very well, no pain. And I’m able to eat just about anything. As long as I chew well and eat slow! I’m very please with my outcome! How are you doing!?

[@alissachristine250]

@@laurelsalloum353 so glad to hear you are having a positive outcome! The gas pain gets better in time for sure! Are you moving on to like smoothies or still stuck on the liquid diet?

[@alissachristine250]

@@laurelsalloum353 also, I am doing great! I can eat & drink what I want no issues. I've incorporated light exercise like yoga for example. Carbonation is still a touchy thing. Sometimes I get too excited about my beer and drink it too fast then feel uncomfortable. I found hard alchoal or white wine is easier to consume especially if I'm having it with a meal. My appetite is still much less then it used to be. I'm currently working on consuming more calories as I'm sitting around 1200 CAL/ day and feeling full from that.

[@laurelsalloum353]

Alissa Christine oh no I’m past smithies although I still do smoothies cuz I love them! I eat normally like I used to. I just had pizza for the first time last night in ages! It was the best! And best of all, no heartburn! I haven’t tried chicken yet just because last time I tried it a few weeks ago it got stuck so it turned me off to chicken. But anything with ground beef is good, pasta, fish, potatoes, pizza! Pretty much anything as long as it’s not dry!

[@muhammadwasif6680]

I had my surgery done yesterday feeling soar hope will get better soon

[@muhyee294]

Salaam brother how r u now after the surgery have u recovered fully would u recommend

[@fernandom5717]

Hi Alissa- thank you for the video. I’m currently attempting manual adjustment via chiropractic which could be a lengthy process. I’ve only done 2 sessions so far and the actual stomach adjustment leaves me short of breath (more than the hernia itself) for several days before getting better and I’m considering surgery. May I ask- looks like it’s been about 2 years now since you had your hh surgery. Would you still recommend it? Have you had any physical limitations from the surgery itself? Did it fully relieve all of your reflux symptoms to this day? I appreciate you taking the time to post and to view my questions. Wishing you all the best!

[@HelenaClare-sz9vs]

Hi how much day you still in the hospital

[@terribock8925]

What about the bloating? How are you dealing with that?

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi. So nice to hear your advice. I feel like I joined a new club “ Acid Refuux No More”!! Ttys

[@alissachristine250]

You are apart of a new club :) keep in touch!!

[@candicereid4939]

How did your throat feel???

[@lehoangcuocsongmy28]

Thank you so much for your story ... 💪

[@cupstudios3788]

When I first started having GERD I also got severe chronic migraines. Could they be connected do to congestion? I have been seeing a specialist for my headaches and nothing works, the next thing is a needle every month. So you see why I am looking for any other reason to be having head pains.

[@alissachristine250]

Cup Studios yes. When acid comes up the esophagus it goes into your nasal cavity. This causes inflammation and the body protects itself by producing mucus. This can cause migraines. Sinus congestion. Ear aches. Etc.

[@varadarajuabhimanyu1945]

I had my surgery last week and still have some heartburn and urge to keep burping to release pressure in chest, is this normal or should I be contacting the surgeon? Anyone with similar experience?

[@lorihopper8570]

Thank you for this video. I am waiting for the surgery. How did you swallow your medication afterwards? I take a ton of medications so this has me worried. Thanks

[@mynameisnotshane6501]

im also started losing smell sense since gerd staryed with me and im still losing my smell sense

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Hi Alissa. Just returned from the surgeon about my hiatal hernia. Thank you sooo much for all your advice. I ordered the binder and laxative tea so I’m prepared. My surgery is scheduled mid-April. I am very fearful of the pain afterwards. My surgeon said most people don’t need pain meds. Listening to you, I’m going to insist he give me something to have at home. Were you able to swallow the pills? You shouldn’t have to suffer. You made me laugh when you said your boyfriend makes you laugh. I have a boyfriend who’s going to stay with me who also makes me laugh. That should be interesting. Thank you sooo much for your video. You really prepared me more than the doctor ❤️

[@alissachristine250]

Hi Phyllis! I hope they help for you! I was provided a pill perscription at first, but I was fearful about it getting stuck. You can request for your doctor to give you a liquid pain medication. I highly recommend that route because it's much easier to take and you won't be grinding up pills to take in apple sauce. Do your best to not laugh for the first week or two if you can help it. I won't lie, I was in tears laughing but unfortunately you can't help it at times. If you find yourself laughing, try to step away from what is causing you to laugh and take deep breaths, and just think about nonsense. Literally ANYTHING to distract you. I watched a lot of Cops :) It was easy entertainment and didn't really make me laugh. Your body will be fatigued and exhausted, so really give yourself the rest it needs. I was off pain meds by day 5 completely, but by day 4 I was taking half the dosages. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions :) Best of luck!

[@alissachristine250]

also!! Don't forget about milk of magnesia! Laxitive tea might not be strong enough the first week so you may need something stronger. By day 5 I was in gas pain but the M of M helped it pass. After 2-3 days, try to also walk a little bit each day, if you are up for it, even if it's back and forth in your home. It helps move the gas out of your body. You'll have a bit of shoulder pain or gas under your rib cage that is uncomfortable. I was sleeping with 3 pillows under my back and a airline pillow for about the first week. You'll find little things in your day that help out. I'd love to hear about your progres!

[@phylliscorrigan6447]

Thanks Alissa. My surgery is scheduled for 5/2. Before that I have to have esophageal pH tested and esophageal manometry. I’m scared to death after reading how it’s done. The thought of them sticking a tube in my nose is frightening. I just think of the gag reflex and want to vomit already. Unfortunately they must do it. Did you have it done? Thank you sooo much for getting back to me ❤️

[@alissachristine250]

Phyllis Corrigan hi! No I didn’t have either of them done but I did have an upper endoscopy several months prior to my surgery.

[@Bangie18]

@@phylliscorrigan6447 Hi, I just saw your comment about the manometry. I had it done 2 years ago. It really isn't that bad. I had a nose septum repair surgery 3 weeks prior to the barium swallow so I think the fact that my nose was still recovering from surgery it was uncomfortable. Other than that it was bearable. Hope this helps :) I am going for my Nissan on Tuesday. Overly stressed

[@hindsalem6256]

Did you suffer ever from bad breath because of hital hernia ??

[@alixkirkland6236]

No wonder my sinuses look great I even had a surgery done on them and I still have so much sinus issues and post nasal drip all day long it feels like sinusitis but my ent says there is no infection

[@Sunshine-p5o]

Hello Alissa. Did you stop your Ppi right away after the surgery. Just had this done two days ago and the doctor said you can stop them.

[@ginavista478]

Could you lay down normally after surgery, I lay on a wedge and a couple of pillows?

[@56mumma]

could you swalllow ok right after surgery?

[@reddsofine1]

Was this your first hernia surgery? I've had 2 hernia surgeries. One was (ventral hernia) laparoscopic and one open surgery. Now I have a hiatal hernia.. 😔

[@alissachristine250]

reddsofine1 yes my first

[@RandomPerson-yc4vm]

Damm that sucks I hope you are better now!

[@reddsofine1]

@@RandomPerson-yc4vm I am better. Still having stomach issues sometimes. Feels like the surgeon pushed my stomach up higher than it's suppose to be. 🤔

[@RandomPerson-yc4vm]

@@reddsofine1 maybe you should do an mrt scan or a gastroscopy to see if everything is alright. Trust me i I know all about stomach problems. They suck and make life miserable. I hope everything turns out alright for you. Keep me updated if anything changes

[@lillyruelas3136]

I'm getting the ph bravo test on Wednesday

[@shirgriffith2855]

I just had it done about a week .

[@danielguzman9348]

Thanks so much for posting this! Currently on day 3 post Nissen.

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

Is it normal to have little heartburn and burping after 4 days of Nissen fundoplocation (surgery) I Getting this from day 2

[@danielguzman9348]

@@AmanKumar-om8uq I didn’t, asking your Dr. is your best bet

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

@@danielguzman9348 yeha i asked doctor said it is normal for first 4 to 6 week

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

How are you doing now?

[@christinebailey6629]

How you going after operation hope it went well

[@georgiapatterson25]

Hello everyone, I had this surgery 4 days ago and I still have really bad acid reflux! My surgeon told me this is normal but I’m so so so Upset because I had really bad breathing problems before because of reflux and nothing has changed. Also can’t even swallow water, please tell me someone else has experienced this?

[@jw76fe390]

Georgia, did your reflux finally go away? I just had the surgery 5 days ago and started having reflux and voice issues a day ago.

[@varadarajuabhimanyu1945]

Hey are you still dealing with acid reflux because I had my surgery recently and my symptoms are exactly the same before surgery

[@christinaduran8598]

Hi :) I'm glad you're feeling better! Can you recommend a particular Doctor in Southern California?

[@alissachristine250]

I saw Eric Salinger in San Luis Obispo, CA

[@christinaduran8598]

@@alissachristine250 Good to know :) Thanks!

[@tartanarab9666]

I’m getting Nissen fundoplication on 6th of March I’m hoping it goes well because so many mixed reviews on here.

[@thejedifoodie2979]

How are you today? symptom free? how is eating ability?

[@tartanarab9666]

It was ok for 5 months but got something wrong and getting investigated for it but they think it might be oesophageal stricture but need tests to be sure.

[@sherryvoet4574]

Did you have an NG tube in the first day after surgery?

[@MaryEverling]

Had it six months ago, glad I had it but felt like I was hit by a Mack truck, lots of gas afterwards even six months down the road!

[@franhar8292]

How are you doing now?

[@MaryEverling]

I’m doing well!

[@bettyullom6136]

Hi Alissa, I just had nissen fundoplcation this past Thursday. I am still in so much and can’t get myself out of bed

[@jthetruth3749]

How are you now? Was the surgery successful

[@franhar8292]

Did you consider having the Ctif procedure?

[@abdullahhhhhhhh]

Hopefully you are fine after the surgery just a simple question if the time take you back would you do the surgery or not ?

[@alissachristine250]

Hi! Yes, if I had to, I would do it all over again. It was worth it in my opinion and I'm very happy with the results.

[@SvenStoffels]

At day 5 now. Feeling bloated and slight shortness of breath but its managable. I was on oxycodon wich gave me nightmares and hyperventilation only sleeping for 30 minute increments the first 4 days. Last night i was able to get a solid 4 hrs.... So Im not taking those anymore, just sticking to paracetamol 500mg. Could you give me an indication of when the pain resides? is it 2-3 weeks? also when did the stitches fully heal for you, I'd kinda like to stop sleeping on my back. Have not experienced heartburn or regurgitation really, tho I do sometimes get that preliminairy feeling, like a gas-pressure in the stomach/chest that used to precede regurgitation, wich is slightly painful. And you feel like a burp would get rid of it, but thats no longer an option ofcourse ;p physically cannot get a burp going. Not sure if this is just muscle memory and will go away eventually? Thanks!

[@alissachristine250]

Hello! I was off pain medication fully by day 5. Laughing and coughing will still hurt for about another week or two but nothing that would need pain medication to help it. Just general being uncomfortable. I'm about 4 months post op and I can occationally burp. In time it gets easier. Just remember your throat is swelling and it will eventually go down slowly. Don't push it. If you have gas pent up, I recommend going to regular walks where you can (those made me exhausted so i planned a nap after) and also gasx or gas reducers.

[@daboulsol9567]

Did you have short of breath before surgery? And how are yu now

[@RichardRecupero]

How big was your hernia? Mine is 2-4 cm

[@isellorganic]

I have a Hiatal hernia AND TIF surgery on Nov 18th 2021. It has been almost 3 weeks since my surgery, I am eating soft foods now but if I eat too fast my chest hurts. I am hoping to go back to normal eating within next 4 weeks. What has been your experience with getting back to normal eating? Thanks

[@alissachristine250]

Give it 9-12 weeks. You just had major surgery. It will take some time. That’s about how long it took me to feel closer to normal.

[@subammehla1083]

Hey some myths about hiatus Hernia surgery after 5 to 7 years come back again with same symptoms 😢😢plz reply 😢😢😢????

[@netkotreci3135]

It all depends on surgen and a surgen made the fundoplication and also depends on lifestyle a person live after the surgery. Of you had fundoplication you should not overeat should not often eat food that triggers reflux, should not be overweight. Most people don't know before the surgery they should not be fat and overweight

[@subammehla1083]

@@netkotreci3135 My favourite foods 🙁 🥺 can't eat like pizza burger 🍔 🙁🥺🥺💔????? After the surgery???? And not go to the gym 😭😭???

[@lillyruelas3136]

I need to get this surgery I'm in so much pain

[@franhar8292]

Did you get it done? Did you consider the Ctif procedure?

[@Lyn4817]

I am surprised that so many people with hiatal hernias as so young. I am 66, been diagnosed fir a number if years with it. 14 months ago I was told it was now a hiatal hernia type 3. There was no word of surgery then, it was described as a large one. It has only been in the last two months I have been having sharp intense pain under the opposite breast. This maybe due to my stomach strangulating. I had a barium swallow last week which was a disaster and get the results on Tuesday. Unless I am told I am having strangulation of the stomach and surgery is a must, I really don't want the surgery, I don't feel it is bad enough at this stage. When I was diagnosed with the type 3, I put myself on a gastroparisis diet. That is grazing on food. Small amounts frequently.and I was coping well. It was my GP that wanted me to return to my specialist, not me, after telling her that the pain had shifted.

[@fretboard2193]

I am day 4 post op . Feeling better with each passing day. Hopefully I will be getting better with each day . May be a bit of reflux like sensation but hopefully that is not reflux it is just the soreness I have around the esophagus ( wrap). I just wanted to ask you regarding the food . Right now I m on clear liquids but my doctor has advised me to take mashed khicdi ( rice and dal mashed to semisolid consistency ). Just tell me when did u start taking semisolid / mashed food . Thank you .

[@alissachristine250]

Hi! You might feel some odd sensations as you heal. Everyone is different but I wouldn't force food. I know it's tempting but you'll really regret it all because you're hungry for more mashed up food. I couldn't do mashed food for about 2 weeks personally. I stuck to tomatoe or liquid soups, protein shakes, jello, pudding, broth, apple sauce. those will all be very helpful. I stayed away from sugar as much as possible and dairy. This helps prevent sugar dumping syndrome and helps avoid extra pent up gas.

[@celina316sanchez8]

God bless you🙏💕

[@jamiegiles6767]

Did anyone have any reflux in the following weeks after surgery, I’m really sad bc I was expecting to be reflux free by now

[@alissachristine250]

I'm sorry that you are still suffering from acid reflux. I've heard of people who went on a much lower dose PPI post surgery compared to the higher doses they experienced pre-surgery. Have you told your doctor?

[@georgiapatterson25]

Hey. I just had my surgery 4 days ago and I still have really bad acid reflux, it’s terrible! All the same symptoms from before plus trying to recover from the surgery!

[@salamander0909]

Hii did you have to go on a strict diet before surgery?

[@jthetruth3749]

No, mine was an emergency. I couldn’t even keep mashed potatoes down.

[@user-rp8rd9iv9v]

U said just do it . But theres one guy on utube whos surgery went bad. What shoukd i think. My teeth n gums feel horrible

[@lillyruelas3136]

Any advise? I'm scared

[@franhar8292]

Me too. Did you have it done?

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

Is it normal to have little heartburn and burping after 4 days of Nissen fundoplocation (surgery)

[@jthetruth3749]

Yes. It’s all still healing. The first few weeks it’s common from what I’ve been told. How do you feel now.

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

@@jthetruth3749 i burp only I eat something doctor has said yous eshopasus put pressure to push down I wil be all ok in some some month's

[@AmanKumar-om8uq]

@@jthetruth3749 10 month completed but still have a problem of getting food stuck in eshopasus slowly it is improving but it is processing very slowly will wait for another atleast 6 or 8 month then I will think to re visit the doctor again I used to eat slowly and soft food sometimes food get stuck so bad that I have to reflux the food up from eshopasus to mouth and to vomit even today have one

[@melissahorn6091]

Alissa,I desperately need this surgery, my sphincter muscle is completely loose. But I’m so fragile due to my insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes. I need fatty foods (healthy fats!) to give me desperately needed energy and to prevent migraines. Also, hydrocodone gives me migraines. I know you are not a doctor but do you suppose I can handle post-op for several weeks? I need encouragement I suppose....By the way you are a doll and very well spoken. 😬🌻.

[@alissachristine250]

Melissa Horn hi Melissa! Speak to your doctor ☺️ I think if you need fatty foods that you can find ways to make it work. Take avacado and blend it down so it’s extreme smooth with nut milk. Salmon or your omega 3s might need to wait a few weeks but I think salmon is soft enough to eat before beef or steak. You could prolly get protein shakes to supplement as needed. The pain meds I was on doesn’t have to be the one you will be on. Speak with your doc. Explain your concerns. I’m sure there can be a solution!

[@melissahorn6091]

Alissa Christine Thank you. Your videos have really helped me muster the nerve to do this! And, I need to because I’ve been battling acid reflux for 10 years and take handfuls of Nexium. Again, thank you!

[@alissachristine250]

@@melissahorn6091 Hi Melissa, it took me 4 years after knowing about the procedure for several years to go to my doctor and ask him to recommend me. I hope you get the relief you need. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you have!

[@dalo3a_ahmadkhwaja877]

Can you sleep flat on your back with out any pain or gerd?

[@alissachristine250]

Yes! Initially the first week I was laying straight up and gradually worked my way down to one to two pillows. I’m into week three and I can lay on my sides for short periods. But I’m laying flat on my back usually now during recovery. No acid reflux! I can even eat tomatoe soup. I have soup with spicy sausage and still no acid :)

[@dalo3a_ahmadkhwaja877]

I'm happy to hear that :) I'm suffering from 3 months of acid reflux and I have a hernia in the diaphragm less than 3 cm and the medication usually does not treat the problem but it alleviates the symptoms. I am very sad :(, so I can not sleep well. I sit down so that the acid does not rise in me and I do not eat my food as I like to avoid all the foods that cause heartburn such as tea, coffee, tomatoes, gaseous drinks and fried food. I am thinking of doing this process to solve all these problems, but Dr. dissatisfied with that, he says the size of the hernia is small and continue to medicine For the length of your life the process is often said to be unsuccessful and will return you But I am currently very sad for my condition and in the case of depression and I really hope to return as I am in the past I can sleep as I like and eat food as I love.

[@dalo3a_ahmadkhwaja877]

@@alissachristine250 Thank you,❤

[@alissachristine250]

Every gastro doctor wants to treat you with medication because it's more money for them. Means more medication changes, more medical bills, more upper endoscopies just to be told the same thing. I was on PPI's for 4 years. When my doctor told me after my second upper endoscopy he would "consider" surgery, he didn't. He kept changing my meds over the course of 6 months and I was tired of it so I said that I want a surgical recommendation and that was my final request. So he gave me the recommendation of a surgeon and I took my concerns to them. I sat down, told them my history, and they recommended a nissen. BEFORE SURGERY- Try and contain the issue if you can with food, diet, exercise. I saw a dietian, lost over 40 lbs, and made an active effort to get rid of GERD before surgery. Surgery is a last stop option. Even if mine unwraps in 10 years, I'm 100% getting this surgery again. It's provided so much relief for me that I don't want to go back to suffering with medication again. My surgon told me that it didn't matter if I was treated with medication or was on a diet or anything, I needed surgery to correct the issue. It comes down to what kinda of quality life do you want to have. Do you want to continually be afraid of eatting because you know it may or maynot make you feel aweful or do you want that freedom. Most doctors I don't think will recommend after 4 months. Consider having your medication upped. If it doesn't work, speak up. Do not be afraid to stand up for yourself! Hope you find the relief you need soon.

[@dalo3a_ahmadkhwaja877]

@@alissachristine250 Thank you for the quick response I waited for your reply .. I use ppi 40 mg twice a day during 3 months so far and committed to diet food ... and my weight is perfect and I suffer from an increase in weight permanently. I do not feel comfortable eating it so I do not suffer from acid reflux and I can not sleep comfortably because I sleep so high that acid does not return. Do you suffer from a hernia? How much was your hernia size? and how are you now ? I hope your health is well ❤

[@umarshahzad1884]

You can burp after surgery or not???

[@thatguy3530]

Do you think I’ll be able to drink alcohol and smoke after this is done . I’m a college student so I get invited to parties I haven’t done anything in 4 months

[@williamott8570]

Prior to surgery were you short of breath

[@justinbatts2193]

I just had surgery on Wednesday! Not being able to breathe was my reasoning for wanting to have this procedure. That first real breath was enough to make me want to cry! It’s seriously little things like not waking up with a stuffy nose because of acid. Being able to drink Gatorade and it not hurting me. It’s amazing. There’s still faint issues with a deep breath but it’s normal due to swelling and gas pains. All in all I’m excited to see what my new life brings.

[@danipolly1506]

Alissa can you eat normal? Can you drink normal? Is there any acid reflux? Can you please reply

[@alissachristine250]

Doing great! Can eat and drink anything I want. No acid reflux.

[@danipolly1506]

How can contact you ? Can you sleep normal and walking running every thing ok No Nausea no any symptoms Thank you Alissa

[@alissachristine250]

@@danipolly1506 instagram Alissaalissy I can sleep with no issues. I can vomit. Burp. Workout. Weight lift. I just avoid pull ups.

[@danipolly1506]

@@alissachristine250 can you please give me final answer after fundoplication surgery does acid reflux goes away completely? Can I sleep normal and walking running normal without symptoms and without nausea

[@brianf9615]

Will you be able to vomit?

[@nikitathakur1361]

Hi Alissa are u allowed to have caffeine & spicy food

[@Anniesol222]

😂😂😂nooo you cannot at all what kind of question is that

[@annelt2048]

Can you tell me the name of the tea that helped you?

[@alissachristine250]

Smooth Move

[@tamekajackson6880]

Girl just let it out 😢😢😢

[@thatguy3530]

Can you eat normal foods now I love Mexican food

[@MarionBurgwin-bk6ey]

Nah. I refused this surgery.

[@franhar8292]

Did you consider Ctif surgery?

[@brendasweeney2806]

They should have told you that you needed to walk or rock in a rocking chair

[@stevescontriano860]

UM and UM. UM. and UM

[@alissachristine250]

Um and Um and um and Um. Can I help you sir?

[@dibble2005]

My Partner just had this surgery in Ireland. Its free. We have free healthcare. I feel so sorry for Americans who can't afford this.

[@jthetruth3749]

Thank you for the video. I’m at day 7 since surgery. Your video helped me realize I’m doing better. Day one I noticed right after surgery my stomach was in a good place. I had a lot of pain and the hospital od’d me on pain medicine and I had to go to icu. They narc caned me and held me upside down for 4 hours trying to bring my heart rate back up. I suggest learning about pain medication, and how they affect people before you let them give them all to you . I have a cough and congestion that is bothering me too. I make sure to walk to get the gas out. I burp it up. Even with being held upside down and having the cough the surgery is still bearable and worth it. I hope everything went smoothly with your recovery. ❤️‍🩹 thank u for the video.

[@franhar8292]

How are you doing now? I'm planning on getting a ctiff. I'm worried over getting esophagus spasms. Did you get then? How much liquid can you drink at a time? Thank you.

[@jthetruth3749]

@@franhar8292 I’m completely back to normal and better. I did end up with a collapsed, lung and fluid on my heart. I had to get my lung drained. They told me it was all a result from the surgery. After that, though I feel better than ever. I had a little bit of complications from taking Gas-X. I have celiac, and it has gluten. I believe that’s why my case was a little longer heal time and more complications. I drink water just like I used to and I don’t have any spasms.

[@franhar8292]

Thank you for replying.

[@jthetruth3749]

@@franhar8292 my pleasure. Please feel free to ask me any questions during your journey. Wishing you the best.