Ruthie1

Hello everyone, I've completed my procedure on a week ago today. Actually came home on the following evening 12/13/12. Praises to God that all is well do far. Just had my staples removed today (1st post-op appt). My biggest struggle is getting in 60 grams of of protein and 60 ozs of fluids....any suggestions? Trying not to end up back in the hospital from dehydration. Any words of encouragement. Otherwise, I feel fine. Get tired pretty easily, but was told by my PA that it is because I need more intake. I KNOW that, but it is sooo hard and also concerned about my sleeve staples. Thanks R.

Thanks Sadlers1999...hopefully it will subside soon. So far this has been the only pain I've had.

Can anyone help me with advice about this pain in my chest, like a tightness that comes and goes? I feel like something or someone is standing in the middle of my chest. I was told it was attributed to heartburn, but sometimes the pain is unbearable, lifts me off the bed it hurts so bad! I have been chewing gas ex but I may have to take some pain medication tonight. I haven't had to take too much of the Hydrocodone Elixir (and don't want to because it makes me itchy) but may need to tonight. Does anyone else relate to this type of feeling in their chest?

Probably is a regional difference, but I will find it. Actually will look for it next week, Christmas day will be the LAST day of ALL liquids, so Merry Christmas to me! LOL...looking forward to a little pureed turkey or chicken, something different.

I haven't found it yet, but I was told that Vitamine Shoppe carries it. I didn't find it at GNC.

LOL....I guess what I was really trying to say, I know the stomach was "stapled" off and the remaining removed and was wondering if there was a possibility to get too full and have problems. My problem is probably, thinking too much. I did much better today with my protein intake, got two shakes in amounting to 40 grams along with soups and broth...and about 45 ozs of Fluid...still pushing. Thanks for the advice. The staples I had removed were from my drainage site, and fortunately, I haven't had any bleeding or drainage issues. Scars are healing really well.

Oh, ok. Sounds good. I know one thing.....I used to LOVE a good Protein shake, but getting tired of them already.....lol. Starting my 2nd week tomorrow, wish me luck! I've also been changing up a little with watered down cream of chicken and mushroom Soups....trying to get hot meals in. sugar free Jello and sugar free popsicles are my FRIENDS

Thanks PetraLuxor....I have heard of Isopure, hadn't tried it as of yet. Been using Glucerna, GNC Total Lean and Oh Yeah protein shakes.I may go pick up an Isopure the end of the week.