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Had gastric bypass on 1/30, went home Feeling great, within two days ended up in ER with severe pain and had second surgery for blocked bowel. Was discharged in a couple of days, came home to recover, and doing fair. Having severe muscle spasms from two surgeries in less than a week, issues with constipation, and struggling to get anything past my lips. The potassium supplement I am supposed to take 2X daily are too large to swallow. I cut them up and took in pieces, then threw them up. I crushed and put in applesauce which tasted terrible and also didn't work. I dissolved in small amount of tea. Nope that didn't work either. How can I possibly get enough potassium if I cannot stomach the supplements? Regretting my decision? Absolutely! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Montana Girl, thank you for those words of encouragement. I think I have been so disappointed in myself for not bouncing back quickly, that I failed to recognize that the second surgery would delay my progress. I go back to the doctor tomorrow and hope to get some IV fluids for a pick-me-up. Sure hope things are going well for you. Prayers for healing and good results!

Two weeks out and full of regrets. Surgery 1 Gastric Bypass went well.. Surgery 2 for blocked bowel was rough. Finally home and struggling to drink anything. It all tastes bad and creates nausea in spite of my anti-nausea med. I cannot keep the potassium supplements down because of the terrible taste. Any suggestions to keep me from another trip to the hospital with low potassium would be greatly appreciated. Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

So sorry to hear of your struggles, Moonbabe. I'm doing a bit better with the nausea issue now. I'm hoping after all of this, the payoff makes me feel like it was worth it. My high was 268, currently 248, and goal of 140. After hearing of your experience, I feel blessed that I'm doing as well as I am. Hugs and blessings to you, and congratulations on the 134 mark. I hope that somehow makes it seems worth the journey.

Thanks Leelee9997. Good luck to you as well! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Mickie0130, I also had gastric bypass 1/30/2017!!! Had to have a second surgery on 2/4/2017 for bowel obstruction, which really set me back. Struggling to drink enough and right now, really regretting my choice. What have I done? Hope things look up soon for both is us! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Thank you. Will talk to her for tips. Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Thanks for the tips. Will try each one to find something that works for me. _Kate_ I was not aware of the availability of Potassium patches, but will certainly be asking my doctor about them! Thank you all so much. Any tips for fluids? Right now I am getting a couple of popsicles down per day, trying water, crystal light, Power Zero, flavored waters, and tea. Ugh! When do things start tasting better? Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

I did reach out to my doctor's office. They suggested crushing them and mixing them with pudding or applesauce or dissolving in tea. I just can't tolerate the taste. Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Thanks for the ideas, Berry78. I will certainly give them a try. Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal