by benforred | Jan 27, 2022 | Medical Providers, Medication, Pain, Procedures, Surgery, Symptoms
In the time since my last update in the beginning of November, I continue to have chronic pain since the 2.5 weeks after my 8th surgery to remove my gall bladder and adhesions for the third time. A lot and yet not enough has occurred during this span.Carafate...
by benforred | Aug 4, 2021 | Health, Medical Procedures, Medical Providers, Procedures, Symptoms
I undergo an upper and lower GI scope every two years presently due to my Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. My FAP polyp growth is slow enough at this time to not require more frequent screening. I continue to have a carpeted stomach of fundic gland polyps and...
by benforred | Mar 19, 2020 | FAP Information, Procedures
If you’re within the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) community, you likely know at least one person who also had the Whipple Procedure. Due to the high precancerous polyp growth associated with FAP, it is common for FAP patients to also develop...
by benforred | Jul 28, 2018 | Food, Health, Medication, Procedures, Symptoms
I’ve struggled with iron deficiency anemia since I had my colon removed in June of 1995. I was soon started on iron tablets, one with every meal. This managed my iron with a low normal hemoglobin for years but I was never able to reach the desired 14-15...
by benforred | Jan 26, 2018 | Procedures
Disclaimer: I will be sharing my experience with Lasik eye surgery and may be a trigger for those who are sensitive to medical descriptions. I’ve dealt with nearsightedness for years. I required eyeglasses by the time I was in high school so that I could see the...
by benforred | Jun 3, 2017 | Health, Procedures, Symptoms
My energy is beginning to dwindle again. Although still completing work duties, by the end of the work day I’m frequently no longer having any energy remaining. I am so exhausted that daily activities are out of the question, even showering requires more...
