Geminitraveler

I am 3 weeks post op and the I can say the waiting for the surgery was worse than the hospital stay. The first few days at home were uncomfortable. Food is a pleasure now. I feel full on so little. I feel so in control and enjoy watching cooking shows and preparing food. It really is a dream come true. I think you will entertain and enjoy food just as much if not more. I realized the greatest proponents of this surgery were the ones that have had it. This is all outside of the fact that according to studies my sleep apnea gave me a high chance of dying 10-14 years out. Now that's going away and I went from 3 hypertension medicines to one at 25% of my previous dosage. My doctor predicts I will be off that in 2 weeks. Be brave and it will pay off.

Definitely let your therapist & doctor know about the throwing up! Sometimes a little anti-depressant or change in anti-depressant is all you need. I think my doctor anticipated that I might experience a depressed period and said "always focus on the health aspect and not the pounds or how I look". One study my bariartic surgery group mentioned said those that qualify for bariatric surgery have an 8-13 years increase in life span if they have the surgery. What's better than that? I don't know if you had any co-morbidities but I know my sleep apnea was life threatening. Hang in there. One day at a time. My prayers for your quick recovery and turnaround.

Great to hear! I will pray for you and watch your posts to see how things go. One other thing I did pre surgery was take extra Vitamin C. From the link below I found this: " research has only supported this nutrient's effectiveness in decreasing the length of a cold." Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/548287-cons-of-vitamin-c-before-surgery/#ixzz2eq5lhANx

I am only a week after surgery but my stomach feels pretty much the same. I have to remind myself it so much smaller LOL

hang in there, let the doctor know right away and they may get it under control so you can keep the date. Good Luck!

The only way I can get it in is to sip, sip and sip all day. Right now I am home recuperating after my 9/5 surgery so I give 100% attention to this. My nutrition team gave me a 1 oz cup and told me to drink one of these every 5 minutes. In the beginning I walked while I drank to let gravity help it along. Especially when drinking the thick shake. I do get tired & need some lay down time but don't want to stop drinking. I make a mountain of pillows so I am reclining in the bed and the Water still flows. The ice idea is also great. Hang in there. It gets better and easier. You should let your doctor know the shortfall. Dehydration is the #1 reason for readmission to the hospital after gastric surgery.

Keep going! You are an inspiration losing 123 pounds in 8 months. I hope the nausea and indigestion get better. Did you ever try meat replacements made out of Seitan, Tofu, Tempeh, Quorn, Paneer, or TVP ?

They told me tylenol was o.k. and they actually sent me home from the hospital on 9/7 with a prescription for for hydrocodone with acetaminophen. I've had 2 headaches and it took care of both of them right away. Swallowing pills has been o.k. for me post-op. Excedrin not only has caffeine but it has aspirin so definitely watch out. They told me aspirin is a big no no before and even after surgery unless I consult with the doctor. Good luck and keep us posted

Great news!!! The gas can take a few days but everyone is different. I came home Saturday and the gas did not fully leave until about yesterday, Tuesday. I did a lot of walking, some gas-x and a hot pad helped. Just remember every day it gets better and better.

I had my RNY surgery 9/5 and the gas seems to be the worst of it. I am walking a lot but will try the heating pad and maybe gas x later. Thanks for the advice postings.

Wow, thanks for this great info DLCoogin. I a just starting. My surgery was 9/5 so this came at the right time. What about Isopure Zero Carb Protein Water? It has Ion exchange whey protein which is supposed to be short on peptides but my diet includes whey protein isolate. I wish I didn't spend the money on them already. LOL Better to be informed and I have plenty of whey protein isolate thank goodness

I just had my surgery 9/5 so I am not at your stage yet. However, I do know the recommendations on my bariatric group's plan calls for everything other than the Protein shake/jello/yogurt to be pureed from after 14 days and for 4 weeks hence. Maybe pureeing the food would work. You are eating the food as recommended but just a little more broken down. Most pureeing recipes call for a drop of broth to moisten the food once the tuna, chicken etc is put in the blender I definitely second the advice on sipping. They say being dehydrated is going to make everything harder if not dangerous and I bet digestion is one of those things that is harder. You are so lucky you have your wife doing it at the same time. Even though she is tolerating the un pureed food maybe she will enjoy it better. Good luck and love to hear how it goes

surgery went great on 9/5. I had almost the same experience as everyone else but a little more discomfort with extra gas in my abdominal cavity. The first day home, 9/7, the liquids were very hard to get in but today, 9/8, was easier. I am just taking 2 pain pills today for a little bit of ache type pain in my midsection. The walking has been fine. I feel my best when I walk but it does tire me out fast. Congratulations everyone!!!! I am just so glad it's over and I am on my way.

I had mine on 9/5 and all is well. I am so happy!!! I came home yesterday and am relaxing at home, walking, sipping liquids, taking vitamins/supplements and watching TV. Was not bad at all and surprising really no pain to speak of. Just a little discomfort. Good luck to everyone!