March 2013 Post Op "A New Life 2013"

[2bhealthy 45]

For my friends farther out: how long does the back and shoulder pain last? My abdomen is not sore' date=' I am not really nauseous, but my back is killing me. Any tips or tricks?[/quote']

HEATING PAD, HEATING PAD, HEATING PAD!! This has probably been the biggest lifesaver so far- my back was killing me- for days, but almost instant relief with that. I used it often and I can't even tell you how much it helped!

[Kathy Pitcher 102]

I had my surgery on March 4th can you add me to this thread.

Welcome!!

[Marisela 104]

Hello everyone, I am finally home after 5 days at the hospital... I have been feeling ok, but OMG was I sleepy the whole time... The side and back pain are the only bother right now... Also, I think I need to take much smaller sips or else I start feeling that pain in my belly (not bad) but I can definitely live without it. All people at the hospital were more than great, my friends and family very supportive, doctors, nurses, staff everyone gets 5 stars. My journey is barely starting but I am excited to meet the new me pretty soon!!! Heating pad was a NO NO for me on the belly but worked wonderfully on my back. I need a timer for my sipping, I am now constantly looking at the clock to make sure I sip every 10 minutes, LOL. Thanks to all for making this a great forum, I'll keep posting any progress.... oh, and of course.... walk, walk, walk!!!!

[ElleG 394]

I can't wait to be POST OP!!!!!!!!

[kraney 219]

Out of surgery last night. What am awful night. Pains all night intl the morning. Had problems with my heartbeat and with my blood pressure so far two nights in Icu, possibly tomorrow reg room , type later out of it'!

[Loretta 10]

Out of surgery last night. What am awful night. Pains all night intl the morning. Had problems with my heartbeat and with my blood pressure so far two nights in Icu' date=' possibly tomorrow reg room , type later out of it'![/quote']

Hope it goes smooth for you-- cell phone in hospital?

[chellbell510 42]

I'm on day one of Clear Liquids also. I loved Jello before' date=' now the jello and broth just taste icky and I can't handle it. I can drink the heck out of some Decaf tea and Water though. Hang in there. I think that being hungry thing will improve. I'm glad I haven't had that so far. I'm thinking about you and wishing you a speedy recovery.

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I'm 10 says post OP and still nothing fills me up....i started crying the other day cuz i was just so frustrated. My stomach constantly growls....its no fun

[cranialmalady 50]

I'm 10 says post OP and still nothing fills me up....i started crying the other day cuz i was just so frustrated. My stomach constantly growls....its no fun <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

I'm so sorry. That's gotta be horribly frustrating. Are you getting all of your Water in? Are you still clear liquids, or are you doing any Protein supplements yet? Hang in there. It's bound to get better.

[chellbell510 42]

I'm so sorry. That's gotta be horribly frustrating. Are you getting all of your Water in? Are you still clear liquids' date=' or are you doing any Protein supplements yet? Hang in there. It's bound to get better.[/quote']

Ya I'm still on clear liquids and I'm getting most of my protein in

[Gurlygirlrcr80 95]

Ya I'm still on clear liquids and I'm getting most of my Protein in

Hi Chell - what are you eating specifically?

[chellbell510 42]

Hi Chell - what are you eating specifically?

I'm not actually eating anything, I'm not able to yet. I'm drinking Water, Protein Powder mix, Jello, popsicles

[ElleG 394]

Out of surgery last night. What am awful night. Pains all night intl the morning. Had problems with my heartbeat and with my blood pressure so far two nights in Icu, possibly tomorrow reg room , type later out of it'!

Hang in there!!!! Hope your feeling better soon! (HUGS)

[ElleG 394]

I'm 10 says post OP and still nothing fills me up....i started crying the other day cuz i was just so frustrated. My stomach constantly growls....its no fun

Are you really hungry or is your new stomach just making noise?? I have read people experience noise after surgery. Hang in there, ask the doc to see what he/she thinks.

[Gurlygirlrcr80 95]

I'm not actually eating anything' date=' I'm not able to yet. I'm drinking Water, Protein powder mix, Jello, popsicles[/quote']

Are you allowed soy milk yet?

[chellbell510 42]

I cant drink soy