Looking for buddy in Kansas City!

[alma95 0]

Glad to see some other KC people! I'm from up North. I had my sleeve done on 7/27 with Dr. Kowalski at KC Bariatrics. I've been very happy with him so far.

Surgery went well, but had problems once I got home keeping things down. I think we finally figured out it was the liquid pain meds that were upsetting my stomach. After being readmitted and given fluids for 2 more days, I got out and am doing okay. Had a little set back tonight/this morning with feeling faint and very pale... I think it's from not getting in what I should be getting in as far as fluids and Protein. I'm working hard to get it all in now, though. I don't want to go back to the hospital, that's for sure.

So, today is my 1 week surgiversary and I am down about 13.5 lbs... 19 lbs total (5.5 before surgery). I'm pretty stoked about it!

Good luck to all of you.

[Jensharley 9]

Sorry you had some complications but those results are awesome! If you can get two shakes in a day then you have your Protein in. My doctor said a medicine cup full of liquid every 15 minutes will keep you hydrated. Good luck!

[mamamckinzie 92]

I hope you get your date soon. I would remind them that you need to make plans to from work, etc.

I was discharged yesterday from Speciaity & Spine. Dr. Kowalski was my surgeon. Things are okay but the liquid lortab is a no go. Makes me want to puke. So I used chewable tylenol and 1/2 vicodin tablet and that is much better.

Trying to get my liquids in but it is still uncomfortable to drink. Using Isopure to crank up the Protein.

[alma95 0]

That's what he gave me too, it messed my stomach UP! I ended up just using Tylenol for 1 more day... and as of 2 days post op, I haven't taken anything for pain. Probably should have... but a week out, I'm doing okay now.

How are you liking the Isopure? I tried the fruit punch and grape and ick. LOL I got a bunch of unjury stuff, the chicken spoup, chocolate and vanilla and not a fan of those either. I think I'll never find one that tastes GOOD. I just have to stomach it, I guess.

Also, the pain when you drink things gets better as your stomach heals... hang in there.

[Jensharley 9]

I didn't like Injury at all. It smells! I like Amplified Wheybolic Extreme from GNC. It doesn't have a smell or an after taste to me.