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I am band to BP and have often had constipation issues in the past. I am only 12 days post op but no issues so far. Good luck.

Only if my sip is too big do I get the hiccups. Try a little less-I know you are thinking how my sips are already small-but they need to be smaller ????. I am now 12 days post op and my sip is a little bigger than on day 5 post op so just give it a little time. Good luck!

I am only a couple of days ahead of you foodfighter and I can say just get over that hump! I am looking forward to this Thursday when I meet with the NUT and go to the next stage which includes eggs, cottage cheese, tuna, etc and I can't wait. I am not really hungry-just looking to get a variety of choices. Hang in there and together (via this board of support) we will get there!

That is great...all except the long wait to be discharged...lol!

Sorry to hear this, sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.

Had my first f/u visit this morning. All incisions are healing nicely and I can face the shower now...lol that will be Devine! I am down 6 pounds. I have not had to use any pain meds or nausea meds. I am walking on the treadmill. I am able to meet the liquid requirements but am falling a little short on Protein piece-dr said don't worry about that until I am on the next phase-which starts next Wednesday. I am hoping we all have a great spring to help us along on our journey!

Jrp12365 I was at the same amount on day 5, then gained 2 then lost it again...just an FYI...the body plays tricks sometimes even this early on...lol Thanks gabbys_mom! Together we will all get there!

Sounds very good-thanks for sharing ????. Keep up the good work

I am down 6 at 10 days on a liquid diet. I am okay with that-I don't want to lose too fast because I think that would indicate losing muscle-which would not be good. Also, I am band to BP so I am told I will lose a little slower than straight BP.

1200 seems reasonable. I would think the malabsorption won't allow all 1200. Are you exercising and choosing good options to his 1200?

I would be thrilled with your weight loss. My surgeon said to expect 10# loss per month so you are already past that. I also gained in the hospital-4#. Loss that and 6 more 6 days post op and today I gained 2 back. I am having a terrible time with all the sf additives-aspertame/stevia/etc so I am stopping all that and taking a break from the scale for a few days. 1st post op appt tomorrow

I feel like I could eat a house today....first time since surgery...another week to go on full liquids I need to start busying myself Has anyone been chewing gum? I don't recall seeing that on the no no list. What other ideas have worked for you?

Thanks, I don't plan to do soups after my two weeks of full fluids. I just need to break up the yogurt/protein shake regimen a little. All the sf jello/pudding/Popsicles are killing me right now due to aspartame...ugh

Thanks everyone. After reviewing all of my intake for yesterday I realized that I was about 20oz less on Water yesterday than any other day so I am thinking it may be dehydration starting. I am already drinking more today because I don't want that to happen. Started my Vitamins today and I do have a little nauseous ness going on but not too bad-even more reason for keeping the sips of water coming. Today is my first day to drive so I am going to take a short spin to the grocery store to get some tomato soup and cream of broccoli soup to spice up the menu. Here's to wishing you all the luck of the Irish today ????

I am 6 days post op and all I have had are the runs. I am not anywhere there isn't a bathroom (that I would use) too far away. I don't start my vitamins until tomorrow and I am hoping that the iron will change this.

I am only 6 days post op but with an unsweetened applesauce (1/2 cup) I am full. I never felt full with the band until it was too late. I tried to use the hiccup rule but that did not work either-I was still hungry and not satisfied. I am praying BP will be different for the long haul.

Are you taking a b12 supplement? At my pre op meetings I remember them saying it was important to take them every day to prevent this. Or a monthly shot could also be taken.

I like these and have found 3-4 flavors

I was a revision from band to RNY and I have 7.

I am 5 days post op and I think there is something living inside of me given all the noise...lol. I am curious -do you think it is the old part of the stomach making that noise? The gas is horrendous. I am taking gas x as well but isn't helping much yet.

Hi. My NUT said the same thing. My drinks range from 23-42 (I like to mix them up so I won't get bored)

I am 5 days post op and I am sooooo gassy! The nurse said I can take gas x chewables and I have but they aren't helping much. I have always had issues with aspartame -I will need to read the labels on what I have bought-I bet that is an ingredient and part of the problem.

Congrats!

Angelina73 I was discharged yesterday and my suggestion is to bring headphones and a night mask. My room mate liked to sleep with the overhead lights on. She also had company all day & night so the headphones helped to drown out their conversations. Pajama pants too-so you don't have to double up on Johnny.... Wishing you good luck!

Day 2 post surgery. All is good, hopefully home this afternoon. No pain in abdomen but gas pains are there. Walking the halls trying to get it absorbed.