busymom_of_3

I'm having the same issues, kind of feels like a harsh hiccup/burp after every swallow, only 2 days post op. 7 days till I see the doctor, may have to call early.

No, no eliminating anything from my diet - I am not eating anything new that I didn't eat pre-op, and I'm not eating anything I don't have permission to eat. My surgeon mentioned it may be a systemic reaction, something I ingested at the hospital. Maybe the thrush prevention mouth wash thing I had to take, who knows. I stopped the heavy duty painkillers about 4 days out. Have you considered shingles? It comes out with stress in the body and is only mildly reactive to steroids.

Sent me home today, I still have a ton of gas pain, no matter how much I walk. The hiccup/burps are really painful. Sipping on isopure clear and water.

I'm having the same, after I walk, I vomit.have some gas pain...but mostly I have hiccups that hurt!

Good luck everyone! Heading into surgery in the next couple hrs, hope you are all doing well!

Today's the day! Hope everyone is doing well...

Anybody else on clear liquids only today? Never thought I'd miss a protein shake! How's everyone holding up?

Fyi, if you are looking to "flavor" your Protein shakes, you can add a bit of the Mio, or other sf drink squirrels! Fruit flavors add to vanilla very well, and banana to chocolate.

I am drinking the Bariatric Advantage Vanilla shake and then I add sugar free/ fat free Jello powder to it for different flavors. Its ok, but it is day 4 for me and I am craving a burger or chicken as if I am pregnant again!! Yesterday I had 2 shakes and an entire head of broccoli!

June 1st also, been on pre op for 9 weeks (my doc does things a little different). My pre op is 2 shakes, and 1 meal, no carbs...just lean Protein and green veggies. Sunday is Clear Liquids only. Praying we all get through this without complications!

Was thinking last night, this whole process is a lot like being pregnant. All the doctor appointments, the food cravings during pre-op, the nesting and preparing at home, and the nerves as it gets closer. But this time, I'm the one getting a new start on life! Less than 3 days, and counting...nervous, scared and excited for great things to come!

I've told most people I care about, but can't bring myself to tell the in-laws. They suggested that I get it done last year, and I was truley offended! Now, I don't want to give them the satisfaction. They don't like me anyway, don't know why I care, they tend to be my biggest stress, even going through this. 3 days out, picking up my scripts for post op, and get my time to be there, later today. Pre op hasn't been horrible (after day 4)i have adjusted. Wondering if I can include Isopure clear on Sunday (my clear liquid day). Sure they have a chalk like after taste, but I don't want to be hungry either. Anyone know? I will probably ask dr, later today. Also been refinishing furniture to stay busy and keep mind off surgery. Sorry about the long post, just a lot on my mind, I guess.

June 1st is my date, getting real, really quick! Hoping everything goes as planned...praying for no complications.

June 1st coming too fast and too slow at the same time! Trying to get the house in order the kids schedules lined up and stock the fridge/freezer for the hubby to hopefully have an easier time. Praying for a speedy recovery, and looking forward to some normalcy around here. Anyone else prepping and stocking like crazy?

Oi Vey! An 8 week pre-op? Yikes! I have heard of 4 week but not 8. I will pray for you! My doctor is having me do a 2 week 40 carb a day diet. Hang in there! It will be worth it to start your new life. Thank you, I can use all the prayer I can get! This is hard, but I know it will be worth it in the end.

New to this forum, just got a surgery date of 6/1. Been on a pre op of 2 shakes and a no fat, no carb meal since beginning of May. Can't wait for this surgery, tired of being hungry! Nothing left to do but wait. I've been so tired, hard to bring myself to excersise. Has anyone else dealt with 8 weeks pre-op? My doctor does this with every patient. How do I get energy?

I weighed in at 305, BMI 42. The 1st visit at the doctor he said to start pre op immediately. I have at least 8 weeks before surgery, still need EGD and nut appt. He said I must loose at least 10 lbs. With 3 shakes a day totalling under 1000 calories...I will be way over 10 lbs! What if I drop below 40 bmi? Will insurance still cover surgery? Has anyone else dealt with this?