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I had bypass, had to give up coffee till stage 5 of my plan (8 weeks post-op). Could have teas but had to be decaffeinated. I was told dehydration & ulcers being the reason. Now I can have 1 cup 'real' and then decaffeinated. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I had chronic heartburn prior to surgery, so the sleeve wasn't an option. I had bypass 11/07/17. I feel great, I have no issues with any foods at this point (kept to my program). Have not had any heartburn at all. Not even once. That alone has improved my quality of life (I had fresh pineapple this week, no heartburn). Weight loss is a great big bonus, down 28lbs since I left hospital. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I had RNY 11/7 . Did great in the hospital, came home on a Thursday and started vomiting all night, trying to keeping drinking. Called my surgeon, they prescribed me nausea patches along with the solutab. Drink, drink, drink, vomit, vomit, vomit. Called back Monday, had to go in for fluids. Want me to drink nothing but Gatorade, keeping nothing down. Had to go back Wednesday & Thursday for fluids, and barium swallow test that Friday. Turns out I had a blockage in my intestine, and constantly refluxing, vomiting. All the fluid I was trying to get down was just backing up & out. Finally the following Monday the blockage passed on it's own. I lost 20 lbs. In those 2 weeks, have only lost 3 lbs. since. But, I feel great now, couple weeks behind schedule, but so relieved to feel good again. Please follow up with your surgeons office, hopefully you will feel better soon. Keep us posted. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I am 11 days out, and am having a hard time. Surgery went perfect, did great in the hospital. Came home and started throwing up. Constantly. Every night it would start, go all night into morning. Had to have iv fluids several times. I was up to smooth liquids phase. Dr. Moved me back to clear liquids only. Had a barium swallow test yesterday and found I was constantly refluxing. Back to Dr. For more fluids. He thinks due to inflammation the fluid in drinking isn't draining quickly enough & it's backing up, hence the vomiting. Now I am only allowed popsicles & ice chips for the next few days to see if the swelling goes down. I am feeling pretty down at this point. Anyone else have anything similar? Thanks for any input/advice. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I had surgery 11/07. Came home from hospital @ stage 3. Protein shakes, smooth liquids/soups. Struggling to get fluids in, i think i do ok, but no where near what i should be. I nap everyday. Terrible backache for 3 days. First pre-op dr. visit this morning. Looking forward to see how im doing over all. Please keep posting how you all are doing. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I am 3 days post op, and everything went great. I remember being wheeled into operating room, and then waking up in my room. Everyone was so kind, took excellent care of me. Being home has been a bit of a challenge, but i expect to feel better everyday. Thanks again for your calming words. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Good morning. Had my surgery at 9am yesterday (11/7) . I am surprised how well i feel. Maybe its the pain meds, or nausia meds in my iv but very little pain, i only dry heave when walking. This morning I start with clear fluids. I hear this may be. challenging. Hope you early November dates are doing great. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

You look amazing, and happy, and i am so happy for you. My date is 11/07, happy early birthday to you. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Glad to read this. Surgery date is Nov. 7 and I find myself questioning it. I had no doubts when i started process in April, but I am suddenly obsessively thinking about the anesthesia. No idea why. The hospital called with my final instructions, where to go, what to bring, what to expect. Instead of being happy like i was when my insurance was approved, i felt a little sick. I keep telling myself one day at a time. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

November 7th here too. Less than 2 weeks away. Count down begins. Best wishes to you all. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

6 miles. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

7 miles. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

This is a great discussion thread. Are you setting your goals at starting weight, or surgery weight? I have lost 33lbs since starting in April, my surgery date is 11/7. I am terrified of setting a goal that seems so out of reach that im setting myself up for failure, or not challenging enough to keep me motivated. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I have been following this website for months, and have been reading so many inspirational stories & helpful information. New to posting, though. Surgery date is 11/07, and time to get my first aid kit ready. I have all my vitamins recommended by my practice. Now i need to know what else i should have on hand that my doctors office didnt mention, for example- biotin, gas x, etc. Thank you all for sharing . Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Happy to hear you are feeling well. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Surgery date is Nov. 7. I started with my wl practice in April 2017 and finally nearing the end. Happy & a little anxious. They told me in the beginning to lose approx 10 lbs by final clearance but have never mentioned a pre-op diet. Maybe when im a little closer to my date. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I love the structure/menu for your day. I started 'meal prepping' for my work day a few months ago, and found it 1 less stressor in my day. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Happy Sunday. Another great weather week in Cranberry Country. 10.5 miles this week. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

November 7th, Mass. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Like all these ideas. Thank you. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you all so much. My goal is to be 100% prepared for any surprises. Less to worry about the first few weeks home.

Verry happy this week, beautiful New England fall weather Got out 4 times, for 13 miles. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I have BC/BS Maine. I had to provide evidence of 6 consecutive months of attempted weight loss. I joined WW online, and did monthly weigh-ins at my primary Drs. Office. My program navigator submitted my primary drs. letter on a Tuesday, and had my insurance approval by that Friday. I was stunned, and relieved so quick. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgery date is also November 7th. Was hoping for October but surgeon on vacation last 2 weeks in October. Finally feel like part of the group, and not just an observer. Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

Checking in for week ending 9/24. Terrible weather this week thanks to Jose. Was only able to walk 2 days. 6.30 miles.