June surgeries!

[kristlynngirl 184]

Hey girlie... I wanted to say. Remember me saying all the trouble I had on the 2nd day? I wonder if your intestines aren't just taking a million years to wake up like mine did. It took me 4 days just to pass a tiny toot. Lol when my intestines were still asleep' date=' they had to give me IV fluids cause instead of my intestines pushing fluids down, they would come back up because they were working yet. Some people take FOREVER for intestines and bowels to get working again. Maybe that's the case. If it is, do as much walking around your house as you're physically able to without nourishment to keep you going.[/quote']

I hope that's all it is. I've been trying to stand and walk around my apartment. Also took a really long hot shower to try and relax and get things moving.

[vitav04 11]

I have surgery tomorrow. Just got my ivc filter today.

[Mandee80 27]

I have surgery tomorrow. Just got my ivc filter today.

What times your surgery? I'm at 11

[bjroberts417 102]

Hey all. I just had to post something that I am patting myself on the back for. In the past I would often turn to food during periods of high stress (haven't we all at some point?). Well today was an unusually stressful day, and I went to McDonald's. I got my son and husband some food - AND NOTHING FOR MYSELF!!!!!!!!!!!' While they ate everything, I chugged my Water. It was tough, but I did it. And McDonald's was my biggest weak spot. OMG. Anyway, I guess the mindset change is in effect. I know I won't be perfect, but at least I can see the changes in myself.

[vitav04 11]

Good for you!!!!! You are on your way

[Choochalina 12]

Hey all. I just had to post something that I am patting myself on the back for. In the past I would often turn to food during periods of high stress (haven't we all at some point?). Well today was an unusually stressful day' date=' and I went to McDonald's. I got my son and husband some food - AND NOTHING FOR MYSELF!!!!!!!!!!!' While they ate everything, I chugged my Water. It was tough, but I did it. And McDonald's was my biggest weak spot. OMG. Anyway, I guess the mindset change is in effect. I know I won't be perfect, but at least I can see the changes in myself.[/quote']

Way to go! Good job! Very proud of you, keep it up!!

[msraza1982 24]

I finally peed again!!! I'm so relieved!!!

Now to try and get some Protein in.

I also finally farted. Sorry for the tmi. They were way little lame farts but its a start.

Lol took me 4 days to fart... crazy how much better it makes you feel

[msraza1982 24]

Hey all. I just had to post something that I am patting myself on the back for. In the past I would often turn to food during periods of high stress (haven't we all at some point?). Well today was an unusually stressful day' date=' and I went to McDonald's. I got my son and husband some food - AND NOTHING FOR MYSELF!!!!!!!!!!!' While they ate everything, I chugged my Water. It was tough, but I did it. And McDonald's was my biggest weak spot. OMG. Anyway, I guess the mindset change is in effect. I know I won't be perfect, but at least I can see the changes in myself.[/quote']

Congratulations. .. it's a HUGE hurdle

[Mel3620 299]

Hey all. I just had to post something that I am patting myself on the back for. In the past I would often turn to food during periods of high stress (haven't we all at some point?). Well today was an unusually stressful day' date=' and I went to McDonald's. I got my son and husband some food - AND NOTHING FOR MYSELF!!!!!!!!!!!' While they ate everything, I chugged my Water. It was tough, but I did it. And McDonald's was my biggest weak spot. OMG. Anyway, I guess the mindset change is in effect. I know I won't be perfect, but at least I can see the changes in myself.[/quote']

Good for you!!! Tonight a friend brought dinner for my family. It looks so good! Stuffed shells, salad, bread, fruit and a delicious smelling chocolate cake

[Mel3620 299]

Good for you!!! Tonight a friend brought dinner for my family. It looks so good! Stuffed shells' date=' salad, bread, fruit and a delicious smelling chocolate cake[/quote']

I didn't mean to send just yet. I was going to say that its going to be tough to rid myself of the head hunger tonight. Still not hungry for food though.

[msraza1982 24]

Progress today surgery was 5 days ago. Up until today i've pretty much only been able to drink room temp a Water and nothing else because of spasms. But finally today I was feeling a bit better so I have had 2 sugar free popsicles, a 1/4 cup of Jello, and a 1/4 cup of chicken broth. It was a pretty nice change. Hope all of my surgery buddies are feeling good today

[kristlynngirl 184]

Progress today surgery was 5 days ago. Up until today i've pretty much only been able to drink room temp a Water and nothing else because of spasms. But finally today I was feeling a bit better so I have had 2 sugar free popsicles' date=' a 1/4 cup of Jello, and a 1/4 cup of chicken broth. It was a pretty nice change. Hope all of my surgery buddies are feeling good today[/quote']

This is encouraging to me. Thank you! I'm 4 days post op and having the same issues. I would feel so much better if these spasms would stop and I could hold things down.

[Texasmike 25]

On Clear Liquids today. The hospital called and I am scheduled for surgery at 3:30 tomorrow afternoon. I can hardly wait.

[hek1127 166]

Thank you all for your info! It has been really helpful and I'm feeling really prepared for my surgery.

[Jeepchick42 193]

Not sure if my scale is working properly but it says that I've lost another 9lbs since yesterday morning. Is that even possible?!?!?