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Hello everyone, tonight is my first night back to work. Too soon? YES! Anyway it is what it is. Any of you already back to work with ideas of what full liquids you took with you?

I only took 10 days. I definitely could have used more time off but I did ok.

Honestly it wasn't too bad. The weather was cold and kept the patients away. I did work 4 12 hour nights in a row. Nights 2 and 3 were not easy and I felt super dry and dizzy. I started chewing ice chips like crazy which really helped. The problem I'm having is I'd rather not eat than eat the options I have. So as far as nutrition goes I'm failing but I'm doing much better with my liquids. I have a follow up with my surgeon tomorrow and I'm nervous about it. I've lost 40lbs altogether now though and I'm super excited about that.

Hi everyone, hope you all are doing well. I have a few things I wanted to ask those who are where I am or beyond that may have experience with the same issues. My day of surgery I was allowed nothing by mouth. The next day I was allowed 1 oz of water per hour. Then starting yesterday for 2 weeks I'm allowed full liquids. Yesterday I mixed protein shake in my Greek yogurt because I'm told everything must be the consistency of milk and able to roll off the spoon. I maybe was able to take in 4 bites of yogurt, and drank half a premier protein and water all day yesterday. Today I haven't "eaten" anything. I've been sipping water and sucked on 2 sugar free popsicles (surprisingly felt great). What is everyone else doing at this time? As far as how I feel....I'm in Pain but not really taking much medication. My abdomen is extremely swollen especially my left side which is also bruised and very swollen. I'm dizzy intermittently which tells me I need more water. How long does it take for the swelling in the abdomen to decrease. I guess I need reassurance that what I'm experiencing is normal.

I'm 1 week out today and per Dr orders I'm Full-liquids until 12/15. Can someone send me ideas of what you are drinking through the day every day? I'm having a hard time with this right now. I appreciate all the ideas I can get!

Thanks so much, I've been pretty much doing the same things you mentioned. But I haven't had any cream soups yet. I've done chicken broth and beef broth. Maybe I'll try a tasty cream of chicken for dinner ; ) I swore I wasn't going to weigh myself for a month but I have weighed everyday. So far I'm down 17lbs as well! That's far more exciting than the liquid diet!!

If this has already been suggested I apologize. My dr told me to take 2 doses/day of Milk of Magnesia until I had gone. So I took 2 doses on Friday and went on Saturday morning. I'm only 1 week post-op but I haven't had an issue since. Good luck to you!

Congrats!! Sleeved 11/28

I'm with both of you but I'm struggling with the full liquid diet post-op. I have no ideas so it's been protein shakes, water, broth, and sf popsicles on repeat. My doc requires 2 weeks of full liquids before purée and although the options are still slim I'm dying to be at that phase.

In glad you are feeling relief. You have a wonderful wife! I had the sleeve on 11/28 and Friday I couldn't take it anymore and took 2 doses of MoM....I'm thankful I did. I'm struggling still but with different things now. I'm still dealing with significant pain and bruising only on my left side and I'm struggling watching my family eat anything they want. I've gotten out of the house each day I've been home. I've walked outside (since it has been unseasonably warm for December) and I've gone to the grocery store to get items I don't have each day also. My tunnel looks super long also but I feel it's getting better each day.

I had my surgery the day before you and I've cried every day. I would give anything to chew food. So don't feel alone. We are in this together and together we will come out better and healthier! We got this!

Thank you so much! You just said all the things I needed to hear!! It's funny you mention crying because that's been a daily event for me. How far out are you now?

I couldn't agree more!

Hello there and welcome! Sounds like you are doing well. I know that skim milk is ok by doc but I'm not sure that the banana is. I don't feel hungry at all but I wish I did. Premier protein was my favorite before but post surgery I can't tolerate it.

I really hope your body adjusts to this soon!

I can't imagine having terrible reflux. I'm sorry you are going through that. I don't know why pain has been such an issue for me my entire left side is black and blue as well. This is a stupid question but do they have you taking protonix for acid?

Wow you are rockin it!! Great job!

I'm with you, I cannot tolerate premier protein at all. Within 3 seconds of swallowing it it causes havoc inside my body. I am going to get the clear stuff tomorrow because I'm getting zero protein right now. Are you feeling really good now?

So good to know someone is where I am. I haven't weighed yet because of all the swelling I've got. But 14 lbs is so exciting, congrats to you!! What have you been drinking? Protein shakes and water or anything else?

You look amazing! Can't wait to be there.

I'm finally doing well! So much better today than the last few days. I'm going home to figure this all out on my own! So exciting!

That's so funny I work for OhioHealth so that's my obvious choice. I actually started OSU's program 3 years ago and then kinda changed my mind about the whole thing until I've seen more and more amazing outcomes from co-workers.

Yes I agree. I wish you lots of luck through your journey and if I can ever answer any questions I'd be happy to. Did you say what hospital you are going through? I have Dr. Sonnanstine at RMH.....I highly recommend him.

I'm going home tomorrow. I've got a little touch of pneumonia from the cough I had coming into my procedure. But I'm definitely feeling better. You are home? How's it going for ya at home? Sorry I'm a little loopy you are getting started in January right?

Congrats!!! How exciting. I'm in the hospital now, I was sleeved on Tuesday!!