June surgery dates

[JoiaRox 430]

Have a popsicle question....do the popsicles melt b4 u finish them since u have to go slower, or do u just let them melt and use a spoon?

I've been eating mine as I would have pre-op, although I do go a little slower. I tend to let any pieces that come off melt in my mouth before swallowing. But, I was given ice chips in the hospital post-op, so the same concepts apply!

[H&H 13]

Are you having any troubles getting fluids down? I get a weird feeling every time i take a sip

I get that same weird feeling. My doctor said it was just spasms. So he told me to take the liquid Loratab twice a day to help get the fluids down

[Kitikat 45]

5 hours to go!!

[Purrplelover 48]

5 hours to go!!

Good Luck! You will do GREAT!

[Brenda0928 145]

Good luck to you! Are you required to do this pre op liquid diet? If so how has it gone for you?

Yes, I started officially on Wed, but actually started replacing one meal per day a week ago Wed and have now lost 7 pounds since then! I am lucky with my pre op diet though, I have 2 Protein Shakes per day...breakfast and lunch, then a healthy meal for dinner....meaning 4-6 oz lean meat and a veggie or fruit.I fill the gaps and growls with Water and crystal light. Tonight I had a sugar free fat free popsicle after dinner though....so far so good.

[SheWins1 207]

@shewin....so u freeze it and like a popsicle?... Thats a gr8 idea....thx....my date will be tues the 18th...this is most helpful....:-)

Yep freeze like like a popsickle! Glad u like my idea! My favorite flavors ened up being the ones I thought I'd hate! Coconut & grape frost. Go figure. They have tons of flavors so u might buy one in each flavor to see what u like. Good luck and let us know what ones you like. Ohhh yeah , yesterday I mixed 1/2 blue raspberry & 1/2 leomade crystal ight & now that's awesome! Turned lime green & tasted sooo refreshing!!!

[mjbladybug 10]

Yay! I'm on the 24th too if I can get my blood pressure under control.

There alot of us on the 24th good luck to all! Very nervous and excited!

[Ms Shay 3]

i really need support. i am terrified. Im getting my sleeve done on the 27th in mexico by Dr. Aceves in Mexicali

[Denise Smith 6]

July 5th.....I am having it done due to gastroperisis. I am scared! I have had some questions about what gastroperisis is. It is where your stomach Does not digest food anymore. It is a problem associated with diabetes. I also have a super pubic catheter because diabetes ruined my bladder. I also have a few other problems associated with diabetes. I also have Chron' s, FIBROMYALGIA, lupus. I've been sick for a few years and this operation will help with my quality of life.

[marymouseetc 19]

i am the 18th. at times nervous and at times anxious. i mixed my Protein Powder in sugar free Jello. it tastes alot better. excited about that discovery.

[Kristy1307 5]

My date is June 24th! I'm ready' date=' but figuring the money part out. I guess it's really here & now I need 2200.00!! So excited and can't wait![/quote']

So I had my surgery and am home now. It was definitely different from what I expected! I had a lot of pain and am still very sore. But I think it will be worth it! Good luck on your day!

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[getlownurse 105]

Looking for some advice here. I woke up yesterday with an insanely hurting wisdom tooth. Hurts to swallow, can't open my mouth very wide, tooth kind of swollen. Having my surgery in 4 days. I WILL have this surgery. I'm concerned about this tooth though. Will this affect anything? I haven't been taking anything for it and I do have a dental appointment in a few weeks. This is making me nervous. Why does this have to happen now? Ugh

[taurabird 142]

This sets u up for an increased risk of infection. I would be upfront with the surgeon so u can weigh the increased risk.

[SheWins1 207]

July 5th.....I am having it done due to gastroperisis. I am scared!

Reading other posts here will help ease your mind. What is "gastroperisis"? Stay strong!

[Jhconnection 36]

Proud of u. Sending hugs & prayers.

Thank you so much. Little by little, each day gets a little easier. :-)