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Well this week started my 5th week. I have lost 40lbs!!! I can't believe it!! I'm starting to adventure out from to my soft food stage. But I find things really cause my chest to hurt, has anyone else had this symptom?

I only have that problem if I eat or drink too fast, then it feels like everything is stuck in my chest. If I eat slower, I don't have that problem.

Well this week started my 5th week. I have lost 40lbs!!! I can't believe it!! I'm starting to adventure out from to my soft food stage. But I find things really cause my chest to hurt, has anyone else had this symptom?

Thank you all for your concern. I know that I could have died and that's very scary but thank the god lord he allowed me to have another day. I know I could probably sue but what would that really change, it was an accident. I don't think he intentionally meant to harm me. I am not a vengeful person and I requested the surgery with all the risk. I am going to see him this week to discuss what happened and where the blood went and came from, I was a bit to loopy in the hospital to have a direct conversation. I did have blood work completed prior to surgery. I will also discuss with him the nurses who appeared to be just worried about getting a discharge and ask him that he amend his practice of doing post-op labs. I did have my o2 sat, and Bp check periodically through the night but I only bottomed out saturation when I was sat and giving pain meds. I really appreciate everyone's concern and by no means am I trying to scare anyone into not having surgery. Like they say its 1 in 1000 odds and well someone has to be that 1 :-) just thank The Lord he was watching over me!

Thanks guys! I used the recipe on here an it was marvelous!!! They tasted just like Red Lobster, only better. My tummy is smiling and my sleeve is satisfied

Thanks guys! I used the recipe on here an it was marvelous!!! They tasted just like Red Lobster, only better. My tummy is smiling and my sleeve is satisfied

Get a pot of Water, add Old Bay Seasoning and a lemon sliced in half, squeeze the juice in the pot, then add the whole lemon. Once you have a rolling boil, add your frozen crab legs. boil for 3 minutes, remove and eat. That is for snow crab (the thin legs, smooth red and white shell). For King crab, (spiny bigger legs), 5 minutes. I usually cook my clusters in rounds, only 1-2 clusters at a time, if you dump a lot in the pot at once, the water will get too cold, it will take too long, and then you will have water logged crab. Good Luck!

I am almost a month post op. Yes, I followed my orders to a "T" but I am still unable to really eat or drink. You can forget Protein Shakes, I barely get in 20oz of Water a day without feeling a very painful crushing sensation under my sternum. I also have tried several soft foods nothing works, even eggs I take 2 bites an have the same discomfort. I'm not sure if this is normal and will it get better. But in this heat I just long a big drink of water, something! But I sip and sip then end up hurting. Someone please give me some advice and let me know when this will become tolerable!

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I completely understand where you are coming from! I am there at just 2 weeks out. Sometimes I get so hungry but I'm afraid to damage my stomach and I can't handle most puréed. Granted I lost 17lbs in 5 days ( I didn't start losing till one week post-op) and I'm super happy about it but I'm like you I mourn food. But I also know like anything else in life it will get better and I will learn to adapt to my situation. I hope things get easier for you

I'm a seasoned traveler that travels extensively for work & my brother works for the airlines;) Here are my suggestions should you be doing this "alone" contact the airlines notify them that you will need a shuttle and wheelchair. They airline will provide you with someone to help you to your destination, and have an airport shuttle meet you at your gate and take you were you need to go. Also, notify the gate when you arrive the flight attendants will board you first as well as any carry on you have, just be sure to let them know of any assistance you will need. That is what they are there for I hope this helps:)

I'm a seasoned traveler that travels extensively for work & my brother works for the airlines;) Here are my suggestions should you be doing this "alone" contact the airlines notify them that you will need a shuttle and wheelchair. They airline will provide you with someone to help you to your destination, and have an airport shuttle meet you at your gate and take you were you need to go. Also, notify the gate when you arrive the flight attendants will board you first as well as any carry on you have, just be sure to let them know of any assistance you will need. That is what they are there for I hope this helps:)

Thank you all for your concern. I know that I could have died and that's very scary but thank the god lord he allowed me to have another day. I know I could probably sue but what would that really change, it was an accident. I don't think he intentionally meant to harm me. I am not a vengeful person and I requested the surgery with all the risk. I am going to see him this week to discuss what happened and where the blood went and came from, I was a bit to loopy in the hospital to have a direct conversation. I did have blood work completed prior to surgery. I will also discuss with him the nurses who appeared to be just worried about getting a discharge and ask him that he amend his practice of doing post-op labs. I did have my o2 sat, and Bp check periodically through the night but I only bottomed out saturation when I was sat and giving pain meds. I really appreciate everyone's concern and by no means am I trying to scare anyone into not having surgery. Like they say its 1 in 1000 odds and well someone has to be that 1 :-) just thank The Lord he was watching over me!

Thank you all for your concern. I know that I could have died and that's very scary but thank the god lord he allowed me to have another day. I know I could probably sue but what would that really change, it was an accident. I don't think he intentionally meant to harm me. I am not a vengeful person and I requested the surgery with all the risk. I am going to see him this week to discuss what happened and where the blood went and came from, I was a bit to loopy in the hospital to have a direct conversation. I did have blood work completed prior to surgery. I will also discuss with him the nurses who appeared to be just worried about getting a discharge and ask him that he amend his practice of doing post-op labs. I did have my o2 sat, and Bp check periodically through the night but I only bottomed out saturation when I was sat and giving pain meds. I really appreciate everyone's concern and by no means am I trying to scare anyone into not having surgery. Like they say its 1 in 1000 odds and well someone has to be that 1 :-) just thank The Lord he was watching over me!

Thank you all for your concern. I know that I could have died and that's very scary but thank the god lord he allowed me to have another day. I know I could probably sue but what would that really change, it was an accident. I don't think he intentionally meant to harm me. I am not a vengeful person and I requested the surgery with all the risk. I am going to see him this week to discuss what happened and where the blood went and came from, I was a bit to loopy in the hospital to have a direct conversation. I did have blood work completed prior to surgery. I will also discuss with him the nurses who appeared to be just worried about getting a discharge and ask him that he amend his practice of doing post-op labs. I did have my o2 sat, and Bp check periodically through the night but I only bottomed out saturation when I was sat and giving pain meds. I really appreciate everyone's concern and by no means am I trying to scare anyone into not having surgery. Like they say its 1 in 1000 odds and well someone has to be that 1 :-) just thank The Lord he was watching over me!

I know, It's very crazy! I'm feeling much better I just wish sipping was easier.

I asked the same question? Where in the heck did the blood go?! No one could tell me. Yes, the nurses dropped the ball. I believe everyone was caught off guard. They said they haven't had a major complication in 12yrs and I guess they assumed since I was young and healthy it would be a piece of cake. My surgery was at Crestwood. Huntsville, AL

I asked the same question? Where in the heck did the blood go?! No one could tell me. Yes, the nurses dropped the ball. I believe everyone was caught off guard. They said they haven't had a major complication in 12yrs and I guess they assumed since I was young and healthy it would be a piece of cake. My surgery was at Crestwood. Huntsville, AL

I can't image the pain you feel, not do I ever want to being a mother myself. You are in my prayers and I'm so sorry for your loss. I know ppl say that things get better with time, but I don't think losing a child would ever get better. Have you ever tried a consular? I know you have been strong, but it's okay to cry. Sometimes we just need to let it all out. You will do fabulous, I have faith in you just as your boys do:)

Well I'm on my way to the hospital!! Super nervous and excited! See you on the skinny side

Well ready or not here I go! I'm at the hospital

Well I'm on my way to the hospital!! Super nervous and excited! See you on the skinny side

Okay! I'm a July sleever!!! The dr's office called its Wednesday 10th, yes in 2 days!!!

Okay! I'm a July sleever!!! The dr's office called its Wednesday 10th, yes in 2 days!!!