cardiactec Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 Hi,I just wanted to give an update to everyone re: my gastroparesis and how far I've come since getting the enterra therapy neurostimulator implant in september. It was rough at first, had a couple complications which required me to go back in for a second surgery in october. Since october, I have been able to eat non stop with minimal nausea intermittently. I have gained 12 pounds since the implant and feel a great deal better. Just wanted to let you all know this because for some reason, some doctors poo poo this device. I know my boston neuro told me not to get it because it was "hocus pocus". I am so glad I decided to get it. I feel so much better and because my stomach issues have been well controlled, a lot of my pots stuff has resolved! If anyone here has gastroparesis and you have tried all non invasive approaches for treatment, I would highly recommend the enterra therapy device. i know everyone is different and responds differently, so i would only be able to pray that anyone considering this device would have the same results as me. I believe it is worth a shot as I went into this procedure knowing that it was a 50 50 shot at helping me feel better (that was what the doc told me, 50/50).Anyway, just wanted to give some positive news and try to uplift you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poohbear Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 I'm glad this option is working for you!I am set up to get the temporary placement next month. I have questions and would like to talk to others who gone through some of this. Would you be willing to pm or email me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiactec Posted February 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 hey poohbear - yep, would love to help out in any way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lorrie Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 I was happy to see you posting. I have wondered many times how you were doing. Good news is always great to hear!! I'm so happy you are having a positive response to the therapy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 Hi Angela,That's great that the device has helped you so much! Thanks for sharing a positive experience.Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliegee Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 I'm so happy for your good news, Angela! We've been repeatedly schooled to believe that the autonomic dysfunction causes the gastroparesis. In your case, "curing" the gastroparesis has improved the autonomic nervous system. Goes to show the as yet unrevealed mysteries of the brain/gut connection work both ways. So much more research is needed to understand all of this.Keep feeling better-Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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