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So glad this was posted, I came here to ask! I miss my coffee!

I know what you're feeling. I put a call in to my GI doctor (I'm already on Prilosec 20mg) today and he's doubling my dose. You can get Prilosec over the counter, it'll just be more expensive than with a prescription. I do eat every 2-3 hours because i'm hungry all the time! Granted, it's not much, but still. I'm SO OVER feeling hungry all the time. Hang in there, and I hope you find some relief!

Yay! Way to go!

I am on post op day two (sleeve date was 12/18), and I came home yesterday. I was told to up my diet to pureed stuff--applesauce, Jello, Soup, popsicles, etc. I'm fine with the popsicles, but I can barely get down jello. I have to swish it in my mouth for a long time to be able to swallow it. Even when I do that, I'm still have trouble getting it down. Applesauce I can seem to get down at all. So my question is: is this "normal"? I was thinking I could Water down the applesauce. Or, I could just drink Protein shakes and stay away from the thicker stuff for now? Thanks in advance for being so patient with me.

Thank you! I haven't had a shake since before the surgery. Probably a smart idea to make sure I can all the Protein in before having "dessert".

Did I miss the link for a FB group?

Hi everyone! I'm a 12/18 sleever.

Howdy, I'm a 12/18 sleever as well--started my 2 week pre-op diet today. I have my pre-op appointment on 12/8. Nervous but super excited as well!

Awww, hang in there and try not to be too tough on yourself. It's a HUGE change and it's not easy. Just think how it'll be post op--you might have that little bit of Nutella and your body will tell you whether it's ok or not, like your own body did today. I'm on day 1--2 Protein shakes, 4 oz of chicken or fish, a cup of veggies. This is NOT my idea of fun, but I'm not going to worry myself to death if I slip up once in these two weeks. Good luck!

Hi everyone! I'm scheduled for 12/18! So excited!

Thank you for sharing your story and experience! I had my gallbladder out in January and this was my experience almost exactly!

What's the difference between the two main bands? The Allergan band and the Realize band? Just curious!

Thank you!!!! Congrats on your awesome success!

Thank you so much for posting this!

Good luck, you can do it!

I would probably give them a call to verify that they've received the paperwork...just in case!

Hi everyone! Very excited, yet anxious to be here! I am just starting working towards getting my surgery approved. I went to the seminar on Wednesday and have my first surgical appointment next Friday. Looking forward to getting to know everyone!

Thank you, all!