Toupet Fundoplication with Hiatal Hernia Repair Recovery Week 3

[@rwelch8092]

Thanks for the information. Your channel is so informative and gives us step by step information.

[@thenurserx]

Thank you very much!

[@Serpe10]

I just scheduled my surgery today! Not until December 7th (Pearl Harbor Day! 😬). I’m really nervous, as this is the first surgery I’ve had in my life! (I’m 67!). My hernia is about 50% into my diaphragm/esophagus! Have been having extreme pain! (jackhammer esophagus) Pain goes up my chest and radiates up to my shoulder! Nervous about the prospect of not being able to burb! Has yours improved at all? Thanks for posting this video. It helps to know I am not alone! Hope your journey continues to see improvement! 🤞🏼❤️

[@thenurserx]

Hi there!! I can imagine how you are feeling and I know your sugery is not until December 7th but I do pray that it comes expeditiously for you. You can use this timeframe to prepare for your upcoming procedure and purchase all the items you need that will assist you in your healing post surgery. I am still not able to burp fully...just super teeny tiny burps. At first it was very strange for me not to do so but now it doesn't really bother me at all. I try to avoid as many gassy foods as possible so the gas does not build up in my abdomen and cause pain. You are so very welcome and I'm so glad my videos are able to help you. I pray for you a speedy and healthy recovery :)

[@Serpe10]

@@thenurserx thanks for the encouragement! My older sister had the same surgery in May and she’s great support for me! I’m hoping mine goes as well as hers! 🤞🏼

[@thenurserx]

@@Serpe10 I hope is does as well :)

[@kathleenortiz5870]

I am having this same surgery I three days. Your information has been very helpful. Thank you.

[@thenurserx]

Thank you so much! I'm so glad I was able to help you. I wish you a successful surgery and a speedy recovery :)

[@kathleenortiz5870]

Thank you for your reply that means the world to me. I'm a little scared but your video has helped.

[@thenurserx]

@@kathleenortiz5870 You are so very welcome :) It's ok to be a little scared. I was as well because I was facing the unknown but I will be praying for you in your process :)

[@flowrinse9671]

I am a candidate for this surgery and I am really in the fence. I already have problems swallowing, and my hiatal hernia is really large. I just don’t know how to feel… scared the surgery is gonna make it worse.

[@RandomPerson-yc4vm]

​@@flowrinse9671if your hiatal hernia is large and you have difficulty swallowing you shoul definitely get surgery just take the risk

[@TashaHoover]

Hi, I have a hiatal hernia and Gerd with horrible post nasal drip. I’m going to have surgery but I’m trying to decide between the Toupet Fundoplication or the TIF procedure with a hiatal hernia repair. I’m terrified of trading one problem for another and I don’t want to not be able to burp or vomit ever again if I have to. I don’t want to have to repeat any surgeries, I want to fix it the first time. Do you have any advice between the two different surgeries?

[@thenurserx]

Hello, I do not have any info on the TIF surgery as opposed to the the toupet fundiplication. I only researched between the nissen and toupe fundiplication. I can tell you with the toupet fundiplication that I do not have the ability to burp and vomit (as of right now) but it honestly does not bother me :)

[@michelleharris7381]

Hi I will be at 3 weeks this weekend. I have a feeling in my throat almost like stomach is stuck?

[@thenurserx]

Oh my!!! That sounds very uncomfortable. You may want to contact your surgeon and let him know what is going on. Maybe he or she can perform some tests to see what may be going on. I pray you feel better soon.

[@bettyvillegas8785]

Did you end up having a reg esophagus function? From the monometry test?

[@thenurserx]

My esophagus function was not regular due to the numerous issues I was having due to my hiatal hernia.

[@edwardpower5009]

What kind of liquids and clear drinks did you use? I did the Topete fundoplication yesterday

[@thenurserx]

Hi there! I used clear broths such a chicken broth and bone broth. If you feel yourself getting weak due to lack of nutrition then the bone broth will serve you great because it has protein in it. Also, I lived on popsicles, jello and italian icees which are amazing. I wish you a speedy recovery on your journey :)

[@edwardpower5009]

Thanks girl just got home last night on a liquid diet for 5 day, puree diet for 5 days and soft foods for 5 day then supposedly start introducing food back in my diet. The gas that the give you during surgery is unbearable. Did you stay on your acid reflux meds after surgery? Glad everything is going well for you. Out walking now to keep moving to prevent clots. Have a good day.

[@thenurserx]

@@edwardpower5009 I have not been on my acid reflux medication since my surgery which is such a blessing because my pain priro to surgery was unreal! Mylanta mini chewables help to prevent gas as wll as gas x works very well for me. Walking is an excellent thing to do as it helps prevents clot and helps the gas move around as well so it can move through your body better and faster :)

[@edwardpower5009]

@thenurserx If I may ask what acid reflux meds do you take. I take Esomeprazole a PPI which I would like to get away from because of long term problems.

[@edwardpower5009]

I am sorry didn't read your reply. I am hoping I do not have to take the acid reflux meds any longer as well. Thanks for all the information

[@BlackHeather777]

Hey girlie I’m glad you’re feeling better. How much weight have you lost since your surgery?

[@thenurserx]

Hey doll!! During the first couple of months of my surgery I lost 20 lbs. I have gained back 10 pounds since then but that was all me. LOL!!! I will be making a video in regard to this that will be released next week.

[@nilavanarun6132]

2 week postoff now still same symtoms chest pain and back pain, how dose long cure symptoms

[@thenurserx]

Hello, everyone symptoms are different as far as recovery is concerned. Sometimes it takes some poeple longer than others. Your doctor should be made aware of this at your follow up appointment :) I hope you begin to feel better soon :)

[@zonedout5998]

Just had a stage 3 hernia repair and a Toupet fundoplication, 11 days ago. I burp like normal and am recovering very well. And no acid reflux!

[@thenurserx]

@@zonedout5998 That's awesome to hear!! I'm so glad you are doing well after your repair :)

[@subammehla1083]

@@zonedout5998 now you eat everything like pizza 🍕 burger and all foods which fundoplication degree is best for me age 19 plz reply 🥹🥹

[@ashleydamico111]

How is your energy levels, can you manage the kids on your own? I’m wondering if by week 3 what type of support care I’ll need to be there for my family? Please let me know

[@thenurserx]

Hi there, my energy levels now are great! I feel like a brand new person since my surgery. At 3 weeks out of surgery, my energy levels were pretty good. I was able to move around pretty good without assistance and take care of my family. I just made sure not to over do it or my pain would creep back in. At that time was son was 8 years old so I was able to take care of him with no assistance as my husband was back at work at this time.

[@AA-ie6sf]

I have voice and sinus problems because of reflux. Just did the op few days ago. May I ask you, when did you start to see results or alleviation of symptoms?

[@thenurserx]

Hello there, I am so sorry you are experiening this. I started to see results immediately. I have not had any reflux problems, issues or concerns since my surgery which was back in May 2022. I hope you start to feel some relief soon.

[@yonikab8066]

@@thenurserxhi what side affect did you have after surgery bcz I’m suffering from GERD and I’m nervous to do it how did you know it’s Hital hernia what red have you done ? Thx

[@thenurserx]

@@yonikab8066 I did not have anything outside the normal of what to expect after surgery recovery. I no longer suffer from acid reflux and GERD. It took about 4-6 weeks to recovery. I had some testing done and that verified I have a hiatal hernia.

[@IbraBalde-o3f]

Quel type de diagnostic a tu fait pour découvrir la hernie hiatale

[@thenurserx]

@@IbraBalde-o3f I had several types of testing done prior including an endoscopy, barium swallow and CT scans.

[@ImanE-b2i]

Hi congrats!! What were your symptôms please?

[@thenurserx]

My symptoms were extreme burning in my esophagus that would also cause burning in the back of my scalp, extereme diffuculty swallowing food and liquids and headaches.

[@ImanE-b2i]

@@thenurserx I’m glad you r feeling better!

[@thenurserx]

@@ImanE-b2i Thank you so very much! :)

[@yonikab8066]

Did you have chest pain too and acid reflux and I ate chocolate I though I was having heart attack so scary but but was my stomach

[@thenurserx]

I'm so sorry to hear that! That does sound very scary :( I did not have chest pain but severe acid reflux. I pray you begin to heal soon :)

[@yonikab8066]

Did you have heart palpitations as well ?

[@thenurserx]

I did not have heart palpitations.

[@victoriamorariu8895]

Did you have BM every day week 1 to 4 ? Any constipation or diarrhea?

[@thenurserx]

BM during this timeframe is not alot due to your digestive system slowing down as a result of less food intake. I took stool softeners to help with the constipation.

[@victoriamorariu8895]

❤😊

[@elizabethsaucedo4279]

Can you do and update on how your doing now ?

[@thenurserx]

Absolutely! I will have it recorded and uploaded by next Monday. Please be sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell to be notified of when it will be live ❤. Thank you 😊😊

[@elizabethsaucedo4279]

@@thenurserx thank you. I’ve been dealing with acid reflux for years and now my doctor wants to perform this procedure and I’m just very hesitant.

[@thenurserx]

@@elizabethsaucedo4279 I am so sorry to hear that you have been dealing with this. It can be very painful and disruptive to everyday life. I can say that it does have its pros and cons but I am happy that I was able to get the procedure done as it has improved my overall quality of life. Please keep me updated if you choose to have the procedure.

[@elizabethsaucedo4279]

@@thenurserx thank you ❤️

[@thenurserx]

@@elizabethsaucedo4279 You're welcome ❤

[@natashacollier5248]

Hi! How long is the toupet wrap supposed to last?

[@thenurserx]

Hi Natasha, According to my doctor it can last up to 15 years and for some patients it can last even longer that that. It can all depend of a number of factors including your daily lifestyle.

[@Prag11]

​@thenurserx hi. Thanks. What happens after thev15 years. Do they have to redo it?

[@pmh9]

Did your surgeon give you a pre-op and a post op diet to follow?

[@thenurserx]

Hi there, my surgeon did not give me a pre-op diet to follow but I did have a post op diet. I was on clear liquids for 2 weeks per my doctor but even after the 2 weeks I still had a difficult time swallowing on a soft diet (when he tied to advanced me) so I went back to liquids again for another 2 weeks until I felt comfortable swallowing the soft foods. I stayed on soft foods for about another 2 weeks and then went back into a regular diet after that.

[@pmh9]

@@thenurserx Wow, thank you for the quick response! Are the liquid duclolax and powered Tylenol OTC or Rx? They seem pretty important to have ready.

[@thenurserx]

@@pmh9 they are both over the counter and it is very very necessary.

[@pmh9]

@@thenurserx Thank you again!❤️

[@thenurserx]

@@pmh9 You are very much welcome :)

[@ItalianaBella333]

How are you doing now?

[@thenurserx]

I am doing amazing now. No more acid reflux and pain. Thank you for asking :)

[@ItalianaBella333]

Aww that is so amazing,I'm so so happy for you feels great right ​@@thenurserx

[@thenurserx]

@@ItalianaBella333 Thank you so much! :)

[@xelayes8113]

I have the same procedure done on 10/18/22 I felt like I did better on my 1 and 2 week but now anything I eat and eat soft food , feel like burping and then right after it comes back out, constant spitting. Have you had any of this experiences on through out your recovery, I'm so thirsty and hungry cuz I can not hold anything down .

[@thenurserx]

Hello there, I'm so sorry to hear that. I have not experienced this and you definitely may want to check by with your surgeon and let them know that you are experiencing this. I hope you can have it resolved very soon.

[@tahirakhtar5986]

Your age

[@thenurserx]

I am 43 years old.

[@debbiehajec1721]

Does wearing a bra bother you when you eat?

[@thenurserx]

Hi Debbie, Yes wearing a bra does bother me when I eat. Since my surgery I have only been able to wear bras that do not have wire in them which can help with the discomfort.

[@isobelpullen5870]

Hi Debbie,just to add,I’m four weeks post op and yes wearing a bra felt like I was suffocating,however I’m much more comfortable now…..love the nurse,her information has been invaluable to me 🌻

[@thenurserx]

@@isobelpullen5870 Thank you so very much Isobel :)