RagazzaGrassa

Hello All. I had my Sleeve surgery 8/16/2018 and had the best of times! The doc said it was straight forward, the recovery was relatively painless and I was able to do clear and full liquids...just one little thing that got by me...I DIDN'T STAY ON TOP OF THE STOOL SOFTENER!! Day 7 cam around and i thought I was going to DIE! I COULDN'T pass a poo nor urinate! I called the doc and really got no help, just some worlds of assurance that it would pass naturally (like a baby!)...I went to the ER in hopes they would give me an enema or DO SOMETHING!! But alas, they only hydrated me and verified that there was no obstruction ( I can't WAIT for that bill!!) ...I was able to void a little, but it was only thanks to my sister helping me at home was I able to get relief AFTER 2 FLIPPING DAYS OF TORTURE!! I am now FOR SURE on top of the softener, but my poor body has been traumatized and is still afraid! I will see the doc for a follow up on Tue. I fell like I know NOTHING about this new way of life and feel completely unprepared! I really try to sip the hours I am not eating, but still feel dehydrated and don't want to have negative results because of this. Any words of advice or encouragement? Thank you all so much, I know WE GOT THIS!!

Hi! Just sleeved Aug 2018. I ordered 4 oz plastic containers from Amazon and have been using them to a good success. I've made soup and it lasts FOREVER! I've made Eggface's ricotta bake http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html and just portion it out and throw it in the freezer and just grab it and go to work during the week-no thinking about it! I know what is in it, know it tastes great and can get more from the freezer! I just ordered 8 oz plastic containers and look forward to using them-I want to try some different combos.

Thank you all!

Thank you!! I found that out when I went to wash off and what do you know???!!!

Thank you so much Russ D and photogirl70! I'll take your advise with me when I see the doc this Tue.

Thank you EasternNC!

Hello Everybody! Just joined today after having trolled the site this week! My sleeve surgery is scheduled for Aug 16th and I am so very excited to get this done! I have a high tolerance for pain, but for some reason am feeling like a chicken when I think about the potential pain to come from this surgery! I think it is just nerves and I'll be fine! I do have a question-do you need someone to be with you your first night home?