GettingThere24

I’m so sorry to hear of this experience! How awful! I have a hospital operations management background and you absolutely should report this discriminatory behavior. Most hospitals have a patient representative who take complaints such as this and thoroughly review the issue in a methodical way. These more flagrant issues are also reported to senior leadership so they’re aware. My suggestion is to check with the hospital and see if they have this type of person who can assist you.

I, too, did not experience any issues except for getting in liquids the first two days post op. Now, I’m doing great and it’s so nice to be back to regular food. It’s definitely a different experience than the liquid and puréed phase. Eating slowly and chewing food well are a must. Keep up the great work (and attitude) on this long and fulfilling journey!

I sometimes struggle with the effort it takes getting all the protein I need per day. I got to the point where I just couldn’t drink one more protein shake so I switched to collagen peptides, which has helped. Also, just the constant tracking of food intake can be tedious at times.

Yes, my surgeon’s office said the same thing about taking them with Prevacid but on the occasion if surgery is needed. They said sparingly is okay as long as Prevacid is taken to protect your tummy.