I took this from a previous post of Dyann's, if you search for stricture in the above menu bar you will find other discussions on them.
The hallmark of a stricture is a progressive intollerance for solids worsening to liquids and foods you previously tollerated, you don't anymore. 4-6 weeks is usually when they start. It is better to get it diagnosed and treated early rather than late to avoid dehydration and it is easier to dilate a narrow opening rather then a pinhole.
Quote:
|
Originally Posted by gearjmr711
I finally got in to see the Dr. today over the pain in my stomach. He thinks I may have an ulcer in the wittle baby pouchy (my new nickname for it  ) He put me on a mega antacid and a drug called "carafate" which is supposed to be like a coating for the tummy to help the ulcer heal. I keep hearing this word stricture and have no clue what it means. What are the symptoms? |
__________________
_________________________
Carrie
Open RNY - Sept. 11, 2006
5'3" Start 239 / Current 110
One-der-land Club October 1, 2006
Over-weight Club December 13, 2006
Doctor's goal: 140lbs March 23, 2007
Open Gallbladder Surgery: August 13, 2007
TT Gym rat club member #4
Current: 16% BF
|