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What's the reason for the creation for so long?

I think because I was a revision from band to bypass. I had two drains. They took one out today and the other will stay un until my month follow up. It helps with the gas and bloating.

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Well my intestines finally woke up! Yeah. liquids in' date=' liquids out. Ugh. Sorry for the TMI.[/quote']

Good for you, I had been having BM, but it looked so different and the color very dark, I thought something was wrong with me, today I'm not feeling good, I feel like I'm stuck waiting for it to move, I think I've overdosed on the broth, lol

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How long did it take? I'm on day 10...no bowel movement

I had a BM three days later, before I left the hospital they told me my bowls were moving and it would be any day, they were right.

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I think because I was a revision from band to bypass. I had two drains. They took one out today and the other will stay un until my month follow up. It helps with the gas and bloating.

Oh ok, I learn something new everyday.

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Hi all, I think I overdosed on broth today, lol I feel super full and stuck, Im waiting patiently for it to move, I can't even swallow water..after it moves, I will only sip my Water, it's been a few hours, I hope I don't have to wait to much longer.

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I am 3days post op and I am doing great. I am walking and finally passing gas!!! I will tell my husband that I passed gas and you would have thought he Waa talking to a toddler that is potty training. Lol Protein is hard to get in I am so afraid to over stuff myself.

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I'm not sure if this is the place to join' date=' but I just found this forum today and what awesome information I've found! It has also been great to see that everyone so far has had pretty good experiences. I am having surgery on 6/19 (revision from lap band). I am 30 years old, mother to two little ones and I'm super nervous, but feel peace about my decision. I'm looking forward to sharing my journey with you![/quote']

Welcome! I am having surgery on 6/25. I am so glad I found this site. It has helped me feel like I am prepared, even if things don't go perfect.

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Hello! I'm new to this site & have my surgery set for June 25th...I wasn't nervous before but now that's its 2weeks away I'm very nervous...any advice?

Hey! My surgery is also June 25!! I was the only one! I am so glad you found us. I am nervous too - excited as well. For me I keep focusing on why I am doing this and how much my life will change for the better. I have also found help in prayer.

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I have a drain tube for a week. Told me its to watch for leaks, and to drink blue and green liquids. If ya see it in the ball, call Dr

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Bowels finally woke up today!!!! I feel like a new woman :)

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Got the test results in and everything is normal!! Surgery is still on track for the 26th. Thanks everyone for your thoughts!

HW 370 CW 332 (2 weeks pre-op)

Yes!!! :)

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Got the test results in and everything is normal!! Surgery is still on track for the 26th. Thanks everyone for your thoughts!

HW 370 CW 332 (2 weeks pre-op)

Yes!!! :)

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Bowels finally woke up today!!!! I feel like a new woman :)

I wish mine would wake up!

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Just found out I'm having robot assisted laparoscopic RNY. Apparently the stand you on your head for the entire procedure because of the robot.

So they tell me I can look forward to swelling around my face and neck. Hmmmm that doesn't sound like fun at all

I had mine done robotically and I laid flat just like normal surgery... Weird they would tip you!

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