Question for the Men

[Gerty Gumdrop]

Fly, I also have a Hiatus Hernia and it took a long time to settle as I had to try several types of medication before I found one that suited me.

Whatever they prescribe will have ...."prazole" or something similar on the end.  If one doesn't work, go back and ask to try another.  My husband was prescribed Omeprazole and that didn't work for him.  In sheer desperation I gave him one of my Rabeprazole and amazingly it worked.  The doctor said there was nothing different about them just the names, but in my experience that's a load of tosh!

I hope you go on OK.

[Fly]

It's ridiculous Gerty, me and Our_Lass are both on lansa'prazole'.
We've both been having tummy problems since stopping smoking.
I'm probably fine. It's difficult getting the. 'I might not be'. out of my mind, after feeling badly for the past year 

[Old Cruser]

It's ridiculous Gerty, me and Our_Lass are both on lansa'prazole'.
We've both been having tummy problems since stopping smoking.
I'm probably fine. It's difficult getting the. 'I might not be'. out of my mind, after feeling badly for the past year 

Fly, just keep focused on your daily life as much as possible, worrying is what we all tend to do - and then realise it was all needless.
One of my friends has had an Hiatus Hernia for years, not sure if/what meds she takes, but I know she's careful in her diet of certain foods. 

[Umpire]

I have received a questionnaire today from Leicester University regarding the AAA check.They are asking how my health has been since I had the scan.It only took a few minutes and was not intrusive so filled it in and sent it back.

[simondjuk]

Have you got to be over a certain age for the test?

[Gerty Gumdrop]

Have you got to be over a certain age for the test?

If its a test for Hiatus Hernia Simon, you don't have to be at a certain age.  It's a condition that can affect at ANY time.  Get off to the GP and explain the symptoms.

Below is a list of foods that trigger mine, and I avoid them as much as possible.  Perhaps the other sufferers amongst us can add to the list......

Chocolate (boo hoo!)
Cheese
Onions
Rich gravy
Too much fried stuff
Citrus fruit (I love oranges but they hate me)

There's probably more than this but they are the ones that spring immediately to mind.

Anyone else?

[Old Cruser]

Have you got to be over a certain age for the test?

 This can starts at 65 Simon 'aortic aneurysm'
At 60 there is a bowel cancer test which is sent out.
This is simply sending a small smear of poo to the Lab.
A kit is provided.

Both worth doing

[simondjuk]

You see I also take Lanzoprazole for acid reflux, ive had to for a few years.

My doc said it would be looked at but she said it might be the endoscope which im not keen on.

[Gerty Gumdrop]

You see I also take Lanzoprazole for acid reflux, ive had to for a few years.

My doc said it would be looked at but she said it might be the endoscope which im not keen on.

Yes endoscopes aren't very nice Simon, but perhaps a necessary evil?  You might also elect to have a sedative or even a light general anaesthetic.  I've had it done twice, under sedative.  The experience doesn't last THAT long and I found I could just about cope.

The aftermath is quite amusing if you laugh at burps!

[Old Cruser]

Have to admit endoscopes are something I dread having to have as well Simon.
Used to be the same about catheters, Have had one - hated it. Still do if I had to have another.

[Big Dave 2]

I have received a questionnaire today from Leicester University regarding the AAA check.They are asking how my health has been since I had the scan.It only took a few minutes and was not intrusive so filled it in and sent it back.

I volunteered for that when I had my scan but haven't heard from Leicester University yet. I'd forgotten about it so thanks for the reminder.

[Fly]

It's ok having the sedative if you have a couple of hours spare to get over it. ie: No Driving.
I went for the throat spray, local anaesthetic. Just advised me not to eat or drink for an hour and a half.
Got a phone call for a job as I walked out of the hosp 20 mins after the procedure.

[Umpire]

I am not sure what you mean Big Dave.Have you had your AAA scan.When I had mine the nurse who did it told me there was no problem straight away.
If I remember correctly 1) was no problem
                                   2)keep a check on it
                                   3)refer you to the hospital
                                   4)immediate operation
I thought that was I but it appears that they are doing periodic questionnaires to see how you are doing.I reckon it was about 18 months ago since I had it done.
Sorry if I have misunderstood.

[Big Dave 2]

Had the scan a few weeks ago (all OK) and said I'd help with the Leicester University survey. I sent the card I was given off right away but haven't heard back yet.

[Umpire]

I think that's it until the questionnaire in about 18 months time.