Jingle123423

59 is not too old. You could easily live another 30 years (or more). Do you know what you are afraid of or is it general anxiety?

Thanks for the heads up!

It does get better. I am one week ahead of you. For broth, one thing I did was have my husband go to the store and get just the broth from their homemade soup section. I then strained it to get out any little bits that made its way in. Soooo tasty. I actually started to feel hungry about day 6, but the shakes, broth and SF jello helped. I had surgery on Wed, went back to work on Monday (I work from home but it was a big mistake), and finally felt like myself yesterday (8 days out). Hopefully you will feel better in a few days.

Hi All- I have been cleared to start 3A of my post-op diet. Essentially its shakes, SF jello and now cottage cheese and refried beans. I seem to have pain after every bite. It only lasts about 3-5 seconds, but it is as the food hits the stomach. How long has this sensation lasted for some of the veterans? It's not fun, but I am grateful to have at least some food. Any feedback/insights are appreciated!

I just reread the instructions and I can also have Tofu and ricotta. I wonder if those will be more mild.

Really? Yep, this stage is 10 days, then 3B I can add scrambled eggs. Maybe I should go back to just the shakes. The pain is pretty uncomfortable.

I wore a bra without an underwire the day after surgery

I'm curious about something. You keep saying 128 oz of water. Doesn't that depend on your size? I feel like that is soooooooo much. My NUT recommended 64-80 oz. I would never leave the bathroom.

You look 20 years younger! Nice job!

My doctor was crystal clear that drinking alcohol before 6 months post op can have very serious consequences (he would prefer 12 months). He said alcohol acts as an abrasive in the stomach and can wreak havoc on the skin around the staples. I wouldn't risk it. My anniversary is October 11th and I plan on going out, having something simple to eat (soup), but definitely NOT having any drinks.

It was bearable for sure, but the first three days sucked, but I was up and mobile the second day. Don't plan on driving though. I never suffered w my incisions (I am one week out). They are just now becoming itchy.

Same. My husband calls it my baby dragon.

Yikes. Not looking forward to that experience!

Stupid question- whats "the slime"?

I told my husband and one of my three kids.

I am a 45-year-old wife, mother of three, dog/cat mom, salesperson, genealogist, tree hugger, world traveler, bad joke teller, and Pearl Jam superfan. Apparently, I started talking about Pearl Jam as soon as I came out of anesthesia lol.

I was also sleeved on 09/05 and It's been very miserable. Today is a bit better. I got through 90% of a shake, which is an improvement. I know it will get better.

I'm still so new, and my stomach is so furious, I cannot imagine ever eating anything again

Hi All- Sorry to sound like a whiny baby, but I would love to hear from others (with the understanding that we are all different). I am 3 days out, and my stomach is understandably pissed. I can feel every drop of liquid that goes down. I also have been having a hell of a time getting my protein in. How long before your stomach didn't feel so angry?

I am sorry for your loss. I bet your sister will be there will you, cheering you on- even if you can't see her.

I purchased the Renpho off of Amazon, and I love it.

This is 100% true. With the exception of a nightgown, I did not use anything I packed. I was sleeved Wednesday.

Ditto here.

Best of luck!!! Wishing you a speedy recovery and a positive outcome!

I’m all done! Yesterday was tough. Today was much better. Glad to have this over with!!