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I'm 2 1/2 days out and I have a headache. I'm drinking more than required, but I heard the headache could be from too low of calorie intake. I'm only drinking tea, Water, and a Protein juice. That only got me to under 200 calories. I'm just afraid to cause the radiating pain. I'm shooting for more calories tomorrow. We shall see. I wish you relief.

Thank you, I do have the GasX strips. I was able to get down the medicine two additional times without vomiting. If I stay on the pain killer it takes away the radiating pains that seem to be coming from my stomach. I just got down 1/2 cup of lime jello. I'm going to try the heat.....thank you!

I forgot to mention I either used vanilla, banana, or non- flavored Protein Powder to the drink. I had to sweeten the unflavored one with Stevia. I liked that because I don't like super sweet stuff to drink.

I had to do a 2 week liquid only diet. My doc showed me pictures of how well I did in sticking to the liquid diet. I lost 4 inches off my waste. It felt like torture for the first 4 days, but I stocked up on SF Jello and Popsicles for those times I didn't think I could do it. I experimented with different kinds of Protein shakes/smoothies. My favorite flavor combo was chocolate (unsweetened cocoa in the baking isle), Peanut Butter (PB2 powder has a lot less calories) made with milk. The more ice the more it felt like a treat. I hope that helps.

I was nervous too, but I decided to surrender and trust my healthcare team. I was sleeved on Saturday and Sunday and Monday have been difficult. Make sure you take your pain meds before the time is up. I wish you the best! We are on a new journey that is very difficult. This definitely is not the easy way out, regardless of what anyone thinks.

I'm home and last night and this morning have been tough. The radiating gas pains hurt so bad. It makes me cry. I almost vomited a couple of times. Once right after taking my liquid pain medicine. I'm praying for a speedy recovery. I'm not hungry yet. Good to hear back from you.

This recovery is hard. The radiating has pains suck! Please God heal me up quickly. :-(

I wish you a smooth surgery and recovery!

First night in the hospital. I did pretty good. It's hard to do the tiny amount of water they want me to do. I was so dehydrated. I probably am drinking too much, but I feel fine. I really want to get home so I can rest.

We are in the same boat. I'm tying to walk as much as I can. They have told me this is the best thing to do to get it released faster. At times the gas feel like I'm being stabbed. Even rubbing the area hurts. Then I just pray.

Sounds like trapped gas.

Thank you!

I'll have to try that! I did check with my nutritionist. She said it has 2 different kinds of protein. The way is the best. The college not do much. She still gave it the stamp if approval. :-). Thanks for the idea of adding it to water. :-)

I'm with you on that. I tried one and almost gagged. I'm not even post Op. Lol. I bought 6 bottles all different flavors. I hope I can use them to get my protein in post Op.

How are you doing? I'm tomorrow. Any tips for me?

You look amazing! Beautiful woman! :-)

Tomorrow is my day! I know I'm doing the right thing. Surrendering and trusting the medical team is the hardest part for me. Probably need to be more vulnerable in life anyway. :-). Best wishes to all !

I think the fact that you're thinking about doing it....you have your answer. My parents stayed with me this summer for a month and they both are overweight too. They could barely get out of the their chairs or walk without labored breathing. It made me see what my future holds. I have two kids and a granddaughter I want to see grow up. They need me to be healthy. Not only that....I desire a dynamic life full of energy. Not a life where I can't wait to sit down or take a nap. I wish you all the best in your journey!!!

Just wanted to update you only bullet. I've had it two weeks now and love it still. It blasts the ice! I puréed a bean Soup last night. It works great. I do recommend getting an extra small cup. :-)