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I tried going back to work but felt like passing out. I don't have reflux that I'm aware of but have been taking medication for it prescribed by my doctor. I've been having eggs, oatmeal, protein shakes and some purée. I think it's a mixture of stress from missing work and not eating as often as I should be. I saw the ER doctor last night and he thinks it's anxiety. I don't know what to think. I'm down 35 pounds since the 2nd but it's been a tough road.

I'm really struggling :-( 21 days out and I feel terrible. Extremely tired. No energy. Throwing up. Drinking a lot but not feeling hydrated. I'm dizzy and have missed 3 days of work. What do I do?

The drain was the worst part!!!! I'm just starting week 3. Not that different from 2. It's going good though and is totally doable. Wishing u luck :-)

Dr Ortiz was wonderful!!! I had my surgery 1st thing in the morning which was a huge blessing. The nurses were hard to communicate with at times but I had 0 issues getting what I needed. I felt no pain during my stay only pain when the doctor removed the drain. The whole experience was fantastic. I'm 9 days out and feeling great. Hard to keep up on liquids but I'm doing great. I do agree about the ice tea at the Marriott. To die for. Good luck!!!!

7 days post op and I feel like poo. I'm getting my protein and water in but I feel no energy at all. My head feels dizzy a lot and I can't sleep. Anyone have suggestions?

I would not recommend anyone flying home after surgery. It was just terrible. The protein sat ok this morning but I'm just exhausted. All I wanna do is sleep lol. How's everything going for u?

I'm six days post op and feeling icky. Spent 7 hours traveling home yesterday and the plane ride was horrible. Tried some yogurt and it hurt my stomach soooo bad. Haven't eaten anything for over a week. Going to try protein this morning and see if my stomach can handle it.

There is an app called Magic Jack. It's for free calling anywhere in the world. The person u are calling has to have the app too. It gives u a number when u sign up. Put your phone on airplane mode but turn in the wifi. I used it every day and it worked great. iMessage is free with iPhone too on wifi. The hospitals and hotel have free wifi. Haven't had any issues. There's an app called What'sApp too that's used for international texting that works great. The Mi Hospital in TJ has a free landline also where u can make calls home to the U.S.

I'm 3 days out and I'm hungry I think. My head hurts like I haven't eaten. Because I haven't. With preop liquids and post op liquids I will be like 8 days liquids only as I can't travel on the plane if I introduce protein to early. I'm looking forward to a shake big time. Never thought I'd actually want to drink a protein shake. It might also be head hunger because my stomach feels different and I'm Associating it with hunger.

The shoulder pain was from the gas they put in to open everything up. I was not in any pain pain mostly just discomfort as it left my body. They took out my drain this morning and I feel amazing. Everyone was so wonderful and nice. We are getting ready to go sight seeing and to the pharmacy here in about an hour. Other than a slight headache (no caffeine) I feel so good.

Everything went great...I just finished its my leak test nd am now able to have liquids. The shoulder pain Is a killer but I'm being well taken care of. Hoping tomorrow is better.

I'm on the other side. Had surgery at 8 this morning. Shoulder pain is terrible. Glad it's done though. Been up and walking some. But just want to sleep

Surgery in the morning!! Made the trip and am resting in the hotel. Feeling great...

The protein phase was a snap. The 3 days liquid has been a killer though. I'm weak and sick to my stomach. Having trouble sleeping too. Won't be able to start proteins till I get home on the 7th. Ahhhh. So many days with no substance. I am scared

Any last minute advice. I'm flying to TJ in the morning. Surgery on Sunday. This liquid diet is killing me hope I'm ok to fly and feel this crappy. I'm down 17 pounds though and feel like I'm well on my way

I'm headed to TJ tomorrow to see Dr. Elias Ortiz. Surgery on Sunday!! Didn't really think about the holidays when I planned this one. Oh well I've had 30 before this missing out can't be too bad

Just looking for someone to share the journey with

Please please. Haven't really found anyone yet. It's getting better close. Day 5 of pre op and I'm down 10 pounds. Pretty excited

Thank u so much

I want a buddy :-) I'm on day 4 as well and doing ok. Feeling really tired though and killer headaches. I do miss cheese lol. I agree that it's a mental game and I'm winning so far.

Should I wear my wedding ring or even bring it with me when I go to Mexico. I feel weird not wearing it but just wanted to know

Who is your doctor? When will u be there?

I'm going to Mexico. They allowed me to do it Sunday!! I wanted as much time to recover as possible. I am pushing through as well, I'm kind of cranky lol. The long wait to eat something normal is a long way down the road. It feels good to be sticking to it but I feel like foods I don't even like sound good because I just want something lol

Nov 2 for me!! Started pre op diet yesterday.

Day 2 of my pre op diet. Had a really bad headache last night and I'm sooo hungry today. Feels good though to be doing something, finally. It's really hitting home that surgery is so soon. Nov 2 here I come.