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OK, so I went to bed at 1, was out cold, and then woke up shortly after 5 not feeling very good. I can't describe it - just kind of out of it, like my whole body felt really heavy or something. I decided to go with the usual suspects, so I dragged myself out of bed (with effort) and sipped on some Water and juice in case I was either dehydrated or somehow had low blood sugar (although I had a few sips of juice right before bed). I went to the washroom and peed a fair bit, so serious dehydration doesn't really seem like the main culprit anymore. Now I have a mild stomachache and it feels a bit painful/uncomfortable when I press on where my stomach used to be (right below the sternum). I didn't feel a stomachache when I first woke up, before drinking. Then again, I haven't pressed there before, so maybe it's normal post-op? I measured my temp and it's normal. I also have some pain in my back - travelling between midback and lower back.

I've been 100% compliant with my diet and didn't exert myself yesterday. Went and watched a movie with friends, but the chair was very comfortable so I don't feel like that triggered my back pain.

What should I do? I can feel a fair bit of gas rumbling in my tummy, so I was thinking of taking a Gas-X, and then maybe following it up with a Nexium in case I'm overproducing acid and it's making my tummy sore. Please tell me it's not the :bored0:L-word:bored0:.

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Sorry this is all new to me… what is the “L” word?

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I think she meand a Leak but the "L" word but I am not really sure.

As for the upset tummy and the back pain I'm sorry I dont have any advice as I am still pre op but I hope you feel better soon. Keep us updated

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Yeah, I meant "leak," sorry, haha.

I'm feeling a lot better after the Gas-X, Nexium, and copious (well, as copious as it can get after the sleeve) amounts of juice and ice cubes, but there's still a bit of discomfort. The only thing I can think of is milk intolerance? I just started having milk with my Protein shakes, this has been the only change in my diet. I was also supposed to start having cream Soups, but now I'm not exactly in the mood to introduce new foods...:001_tt2:

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Oh duh! I should have been able to figure that out… LOL

BBJ, feel better soon! I’ve been watching your progress very closely. I’m going to Dr. Aceves next month, and your journey is helping me to decide if my choice is a good one. J

Please let us know how you’re doing!

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Yeah, I meant "leak," sorry, haha.

I'm feeling a lot better after the Gas-X, Nexium, and copious (well, as copious as it can get after the sleeve) amounts of juice and ice cubes, but there's still a bit of discomfort. The only thing I can think of is milk intolerance? I just started having milk with my Protein shakes, this has been the only change in my diet. I was also supposed to start having cream Soups, but now I'm not exactly in the mood to introduce new foods...:001_rolleyes:

I'm glad you're feeling better. And thanks so much for sharing, it's great information:thumbup: to know just in case...

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