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Amazing! It's just the news I needed to hear as a newbie sleever who's having a couple problems. Good for you, and congratulations on being overweight!!

Hey there, So I met with my surgeon today, had another upper G.I. and no leak. He said it's still swollen and showed the pictures of the liquid going into my new tummy very slowly. Basically, I remain on stage II until next week and then we'll see. I think I'll take smaller sips and see if that helps too

Yeah, it happens mostly when I eat, but the last couple of days it's been happening randomly as well, and even when I drink. It's happening as I write this and all I'm drinking is Water. It's got me a lot freaked out, but I'll know by tomorrow. I'll post back when I get my results, but you should probably call or email your surgeon too. Good luck, and let's jsut hope it's gas or acid! lol

Hi Tamz, I spoke with my surgeon today, and he's having me go in to see him tomorrow. He said he wants to make sure I don't have a leak!!! He doesn't really believe it's a leak, but is going to send me for an upper G.I. again just to make sure. He said it is more than likely acid, but wants to be on the safe side. I will post tomorrow night when I get home and let you know what he says. How are you doing with your pain?

Hi, Yes, I've tried several varieties. They aren't very good, but are better cold in a salad than warm. If you are going to buy them, get the thinner noodle, make sure you follow the instructions to rinse them and boil them, and add a sauce. I don't recommend the Fettuccini....the thicker noodles are tough to eat...ick.

Oh good!! Glad to hear that, it sounded much worse

I had achy, painful back issues for the first week after my surgery. Still not back to normal yet, but much better. However, nothing was rock hard and it was my lower back, not a particular side. Please go see your doctor right away

Lisa, Hit it hard girl!

I'm 11 days out, and tonight I had one cup of cream of chicken protein soup. Can't believe I was able to drink it all, but i did. It took me about an hour, and I just sipped it til it was gone. It wasn't bad, and it gave me 15 grams of protein.

Hey Baby, I used liquid tylenol for the first week and now I can take regular tylenol pills one at a time. I also bought chewable vitamins because I wasn't sure i would be able to swallow them. I'm glad I did because I can't imagine swallowing those big old pills...lol When you go to your pre op the nut will tell you about www.bariatrics.com, and you will be able to find everything chewable on that site. I bought the chewy calcium and they are delicious. I can't eat them now, but maybe in another week, but I did try one before the surgery.

Chef! Welcome back and congratulations! Keep us posted...walk & sip

Hi there, For me, it's dead in the middle of my upper stomach just below my breasts. It's a pressure that comes on similar to a contraction, then it eases and goes away. Then it comes back It happens a lot just after I eat or drink anything.

I completely agree! I have no problem emailing and calling my doctor (I've done both for this issue, but still haven't gotten a response, which is annoying). I'll post as soon as I hear back from him, but I do have an appointment on Monday so he can't ignore me for long...lol I have a feeling it's stomach acid though.

My back started killing me in the hospital, and I blamed it on the lousy beds, but it's still hurting at home, and I came home on the 7th. It's eased up a lot, but still hurts and aches in the lower area. I'm hoping it will adjust itself once I'm able to get a bit more active, and I lose some more weight.

I was sleeved on June 6th and I have the exact same pain you are describing. It hurts especially after I eat something, but it comes and goes at all times during the day and night. Right now it's intense, and I am getting ready to email my doctor. i'll let you know what he says.

Hey Baby, A journal is a good idea, and I keep meaning to do it. I will start one tomorrow. I have been drinking Optimum 100% whey Protein that I get from bodybuilders.com. It tastes good (no, really!) and they have a ton of different flavors. I thought about buying the ones from costco, but I was concerned that they were twice the calories. Now that I'm only eating 300 calories a day, I am thinking of trying them. 9 days left is awesome!! Try not to stress eat (I know, yeah right...lol) and maybe plan two "last meals." My last two meals were my most favorite things in the world. I had old chicago pizza the week before my pre op appointment, and a nice light sushi dinner the night before my surgery. Maybe "treat" yourself to one final item before your surgery so you won't crave it afterwards and you can consider it done and final. It worked for me, and I was truly prepared to have my surgery. As Dr. Alami would say, don't have "one last hurrah." You still need to pass your weigh in...lol Talk to you soon, and let me know if you find a good pre mixed shake

Hey Sing, Nope, you don't need anything, at least I didn't. Good luck and congrats!!

Hey Lisa, Sorry, I totally thought I was responding to Baby!! LOL How was your trip to D. Land??

It's going well! I haven't had any issues except some pressure from the acid, but walking helps keep it at bay, although it does wake me up in the night time, which sucks. Otherwise, eating and drinking are not a problem, and I'm feeling good. So far, not real tired, although I did have a day where I was dragging. I'm told I will get more tired this week, but maybe I'll luck out and skip it! How are you doing? Getting ready for the big day? Who is your doctor?

Chef, Thinking about you....see you on the other side!

Same time as me, that's awesome!

Hey Chef, You'll be fine! The staff is GREAT and will totally take care of you! I'm super excited for you, so make sure you post back as soon as you get home!! Best advice from someone only 1 week out? Walk!!! Walk those hallways my friend and you'll recover so much faster. It was true for both my C-Sections and was true this time too. Best of luck to you, and a quick recovery!!

Hey there Baby, Today, day 6, is the first day I've felt tired. Yesterday was my best day, and I figured out that I'm not lactose intolerant, but rather my body was probably getting rid of the drugs and the gas they pumped me with for the surgery, which is probably what caused the diarrea. Funny, but I really have felt great and have not had any issues. I'm drinking 32 ounces a day now, and will try to drink more today. I woke up feeling fine this morning, and was making plans to go to the beach with the family, then all of a sudden I needed a nap. now. So even after a solid 8 hours of sleep, I went and lay down for two more hours! I know being tired is a part of the process, but it came on so sudden that I truly was surprised! So far, food-wise, I've eaten mashed potatoes, soft cheese, greek yogurts, soups, my daily protein shake, and the doctor told me I could have tofu now too. Miso soup sounds good about now...lol So, overall, I'm doing great! The acid is still an issue, and it gives me a hungry feeling and pressure. I keep walking, and have found the more I walk the better I feel. My three yr old is loving it because we walk around our block and she can ride her bike to the "waterfall" at the end of our street....it's a sad little waterfall...lol How are you doing? Getting excited for the big day??

I'm in a similar boat. I had my surgery on June 6th, and by yesterday June 10th, I was able to drink down an entire Protein Drink within the hour. I also am not having any trouble drinking, although flavored waters go down easier than plain Water right now. I did have some issues with lactose intolerance, but tried some mashed potatoes and gravy....ohmygosh, it was like a feast.....all two table spoons full...lol I've heard from so many people who've had a lot of issues that I was beginining to think it was abnormal to not have any so far. Thanks for your post! Darlene

Hey Day Dreamer! I also had my surgery on June 6th. I'm so sorry you're having some issues. I was having a lot of trouble getting Water down too and still don't really like it, odd as that sounds. I bought some Vitamin Waters and Sobe Lifewaters and drink them at room temp. That seems to help me. Also, not sure if you've ever had a c-section, but try to use a pillow against your tummy every time you stand or attempt to roll out of bed. The pressure helps a lot with the soreness in your tummy. Hope all gets better, and keep posting! Take care, Darlene