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My week 1 post-op appointment went well. Down 17 lbs since surgery and they took the dreaded drain out. Still on my liquids though sigh... I was so ready for food. Still need to up my water intake. I went and got a few of those IsoPure waters to try since the milk like proteins make me sick. Week 2 appt next week. How'd everyone's follow up go??

Yay! Had about 3oz of Tomato soup go down pretty good! I'm so excited. I was beginning to think I would never eat again. Lol Walked pretty good yesterday evening. Still have a few aches though. One particular stitch in my side when I walk too far and I get winded. First dr appt tomorrow. Anyone else already had their appt today and have an update?

I am still on my pain meds. I've only taken it twice today so it's slowly getting more bearable. I still cant get the required liquids in and the protein shakes make me gag as soon as I see them. I am doing ok putting protein in my soup and pudding. I am so ready for the pureed stage now.

I'm so ready for the pureed stage and real food!! The protein shakes make me nauseous and I just miss chewing

Exhaustion and nausea seem to be my constant companions today

Anyone else completely exhausted and groggy today? I don't know what happened. I've been able to slowly function the past few days with out a nap and yesterday ventured out to Walmart... maybe I over did it.

Sf banana cream protein pudding taste wonderful but alas my stomach rebels as it starts it's way down. I made a 1oz cup and got down a few small licks. I just dont know what is going I Made sure to have it a room temp so I'm at a loss. I have the gurgling and cramping. I'm hoping it'll go away and I can try again.

The strained cream of mushroom soup went down well and I didn't get nauseated. I know its not as much protein as I should be getting but its more than I've had since before surgery. I'm still trying to determine what my fullness que is. I had some tightening about 2oz in. I'm thinking that was it. I'm still so full of gas it's hard to tell. Maybe later I'll try my sf pudding and see how that does. Felt more human after my soup that was a plus.

Oh yes, I know how you feel. I went to Walmart for my sf pudding and soy milk. Milk is killing me right now, as is any type of protein shake. I cant do the cold. I having some strained campbells cream soup for lunch and later more sipping. My water intake has dropped today. I loved the walk in walmart though. I was looking at all the foods I can eat later and smelling the bread in subway was heavenly. But nothing passed these lips but water and a pain pill. Hang in there guys, every day is a bit better it seems. Cant wait to feel a bit more like myself. I'm exhausted all the time. Wish me luck on the soup and protein pudding. I dont know what I'll do if these dont stay down.

I tried the Carnation in the hospital and my stomach rebelled as well. I have no desire for it. I'm still having an issue getting the 64oz of fluids in. anything cold and my stomach spasms. How are you guys doing on your liquid intake. Mine is a sad 10-15 oz

I tried the Carnation in the hospital and my stomach rebelled as well. I have no desire for it. I'm still having an issue getting the 64oz of fluids in. anything cold and my stomach spasms. How are you guys doing on your liquid intake. Mibe is a sad 10-15 oz

My surgeon does a drain. I'm 3 days out and was told that he would remove it on my week one check-up.

Hows it going today guys? im pretty sore and after drinking 2 of those 1 oz cups my stomach starts rolling and cramping,

My check-in was 7:30, surgery at 9:30. I did the same as you and slept most of the day. My first walk was at 5. Passed my upper GI at 8:30 and was in clear liquids. Dr said I have to drink 4 of those 1oz cups of water in an hour... dis that now working in my protein. If I can finish them I can go hone tonight. Found out that cold drinks cramp my sleeve.

I'm scheduled for the 25th too!! I have my broth, protein mixes, vitamins, and my soups for the next phase. Still haven't packed anything. I think I am still having a hard time believing it's so close now.

We have 3 more days!!! Today I am starting a 3 day liquid only diet. And trying to keep myself busy. I am so excited & nervous all at the same time. What are you guys doing to stay calm?

Sounds like a great idea! I'll be watching!!

I was wondering if anyone here had taken anxiety meds before surgery. I called my dr and asked for meds the night before and the morning of. Because when I get overly nervous I get sick

Tomorrow is day 3 of my liver shrinking diet and I would like to change up my shakes a bit. Does anyone have any protein shake recipes that we can use on the LSD?

I had my history visit with my dr today and my labs done. Good news is I've lost 6 pounds. Scary news is I start my preop diet tomorrow. Does anyone have any tips? I have the SF Carnation Instant Breakfast and a few samples of Muscle Milk, plus I bought the GNC AMP Protein powders.

4 weeks? Mine is 14 days, but I just found out at my appointment today. They said it's a minimum of 14 days. My surgery date is 9/25

I'm going for my Preop tests tomorrow and I'm already nervous. Can anyone give me an idea what all they are doing, other than regular labs, for 3 hrs?

I know all those whirlwind emotions. They changed my date several times from Oct 15 to the 1st to my new date. I go tomorrow for my preop tests and find out when I start my preop. Then I have a 4 hr class for postop on Thursday with a support group visit. Hang in there ... we will be postop before you know it!

Yay! Mine is Sept 25.

Oh how I remember those days. I hated the wait. And now it feels like its all running down hill. Take some time to relax and enjoy life before the busy of the preop appointments!. I'm sure you'll hear back soon.