Shanna213

How long before the pain subsides? I RNY on Fri 2/13. Been taking pain meds every 4-6 hrs but still can barely get around.

I was denied at first also. I think it standard practice to deny but just keep at it. My doctor had me approved within 3 mos. Even with the initial denial.

I had dark and tarry. Expected from old blood during surgery and also the Lovenox (blood thinner) injections I got after surgery. With no solids for so long it took a few weeks to clear up.

Im 2 wks post op today. Finally in purees yay! Had my ff refried Beans yum! On a bad note... I stretched back in the recliner last night and popped open one of my incision sites pretty good. Er cleaned it and put steri sttips on it. Said it would have to heal from the inside out. Which should take a little while bummer. I have to return to work in 3 weeks. My work is quite physically demanding so I'm nervous. Also I have not lost anything the last few days. Still trying to get enough fluids, unsuccessfully. Trying not to get frustrated. hw: 238, sw 230, cw 220.

I am 11 days post RNY. I know that I am mildly dehydrated but I'm having difficulty with getting my fluids. I am craving salt, specifically pickles. I have put a slice in my mouth and just sucked the juice off and spit the pickle out. I know this probably isn't very good for my healing pouch, but I am seriously in need of salt.

The dizzy spells are most likely caused by low blood pressure which is a result of dehydration. As you drink more fluids that will pass. I experienced the same problem and that is what my doctor told me.

Hahaha SugarFreeMe... not touching that with a 10ft pole lol

I'm now on day 9... the staples came out yesterday (at my insistence.. they wanted to wait another week) and it made a huge difference. Now only mild pain getting in out of bed or bending over. Dr said I'm dehydrated and if I can increase my fluids then I'll start to feel even better so that's my goal.

Eveybody says they never get that full feeling. That has not been the case with me. I always feel full. I don't want anything... not popsicles, jello, protein shakes, or water. I'm really struggling at 5 days out (band to rny) to get 30 ounces a day. I'm not having much pain. But I do feel a little light headed like my blood sugar is low. Havent found many people that are experiencing the same things.

Im just the opposite. Im 4 days post op and i dont want anything. Im struggling to get fluids - today only 30 oz. I feel full. Im supposed to drink 5 oz/hr but have only managed this once or twice... mostly I'm 3 or none. I dont want to stretch or damage my pouch but don't want to be dehydrated or sickly full feeling either.

I had RNY on 2/13 and have found it difficult to get enough fluid. I got 60 g protein today but only 30 total ozs. I feel full and dont want to overdo. Suggestions?

The Genepro says it stimuates insulin.... isnt this what causes dimping?

Day 3 postop and my gut is just a rumbling. Is this gas that will pass or is this more long term? I think I remember seeing comments about this but dont recall the answers. Im taking gasx chewables and walking. Help?

Ive had almost zero sugar intake for 3 days and am worried about hypoglycemia. Should I be drinking juice along with my clear proteins?

Thanks yall. Im trying to be patient but its difficult right now.

I was banded in 2011 and also had some scar tissue. My surgery took 3 hrs. The site of my port removal is by far my worst pain site. Im day 3 postop. How about you?

Band to RNY yesterday. Ok so I'm thinking the recovery sucks, but I'm trying hard to do everything I'm supposed to. Pain is down to medium- mild still. Had quite a bit of nausea first 12 hrs. Ready to get over surgery. I sleep ALOT. Dont regret doing it per say but hating this feeling right now. Soon be better I hope.

I've been exactly where you are. I had my band done in March 2011 and lost about 50 pounds but had a terrible time with reflux slimming and poor eating habits because that was easy. Several of my friends started getting the sleeve so I went to my surgeon to ask about getting the sleeve. He did not recommend the sleeve for me because of the reflux and suggested RNY. That was in October. I told him I wasn't sure about bypass but we went ahead and started pre op things such as a sleep study and an EGD. My band was in pretty good position but due to the reflex I had all the fluid taken out and had gained back 40 of my 50 pounds that I had lost previously. So we decided to go ahead with the RNY. I was very nervous but the more research I did the more I decided this was my best option. I needed accountability with sugar. Also the sleeve is more restrictive only which I had already failed with the band so I was also looking for the malabsorption. My insurance approved the revision and I had an out of pocket expense max of 2500 dollars for the year. Went on two weeks of liquid I lost 8 pounds had my surgery on February 13th. I plan on staying on clear liquids for one week not even doing shakes only watery proteins like Isopure and nectar which aren't half bad. The pain is pretty moderate. I think the site of my port removal is the worst. I only stayed one night in the hospital and went home late the next afternoon. So far so good if I can keep moving and keep the pain under control. I will not fail at this like I did the band I'm bound and determined. I do not regret going ahead with the RNY instead of the sleeve.

2/13/15. In Dallas. Band to RNY.

Im day 2 and up 8 lbs. Not worried cause they were pushing iv fluid like crazy.

Im on day 2 postop. I ordered Syntax Nectar to get my protein cause its water. Not gitty, 23-29 g protein 0 sugar per 16 oz., and tastes decent. I know I'm not ready for heavy protein shakes anytime soon.

Man o man..... my port removal site is the worst! Hope this goes away soon.

Ive got the patch on amd getting Zofran iv too. Just had my UGI and all looks good! Hallelujah!

Day 4 of my preop liquids and I finally dont think Im gonna starve! Surgery date is Feb 13. I'm nervous, excited, scared.