lizzylizzy1

I am a nurse that works in acute care. Physically demanding, high output job. I had no problems getting the correct amount of Protein or fluids. I went back to work on day 11 and the only problems were the 'formula'. I struggle during work days to get my Vitamins, fluids and protein. It is a matter of organization for me. Physically I had no difficulties I find myself weaker than normal. Normally I have freakishly strong nursing hands, but I find I cannot open packages like I used to...sleeved May 19th and on a stage 3 eating plan by the time I started back to work.

My doc calls it the last supper. I did the same thing. I was on stage II diet pre-op for one day, clears the day before and had surgery on May 19th. Surgery went well. I have an awesome doc! Home the next day. Off of pain meds except liquid Tylenol two days after surgery. I have had lots of gas pain, burps, and site discomfort, but considering my stomach was cut down to the size of an egg...amazing. I did great on the sugar free clears but REALLY tired. Crashed today. Feel amazingly better after a Stage II lunch and dinner. Less talking stomach, less pain, less gas. Crazy. I have lost 4.3 lbs since surgery 4 days ago. It does get better. Planning on going back to work on 6/2.