June 2014 Sleevers Check In!

[tiffnichole76 36]

Janet,

My surgery was the 25th as well. I feel like I slept through everything as well. My potassium was low and I had really bad nausea, instead of going home after one night in the hospital I had to stay two nights. I was released yesterday afternoon. After a 3 1/2 hour car drive home, I went right back to sleep.

About 6 weeks prior to surgery, I started walking and walked 5 miles a day all the way up til the day before surgery. When I woke up this morning, I felt alert and ready to at least try to walk a half mile. Since I handy had meds since 8pm I felt safe driving to the walking trail to meet my walking buddies. I'm so proud of myself, I went 2 1/2 miles.....I actually felt better at first but towards the end I felt winded and was ready to go home. I came home took pain meds and went back to sleep. This afternoon I have been out with my kiddos visiting family and sitting in the car while the kids shopped for a few groceries. I'm in bed now and still haven't had pain meds since this morning, praying I can make it until bedtime. Feeling pretty good but don't want to over do it.

Are you feeling better 4 days post surgery? Does your tummy feel bloated or swollen?

[ChristmasJanet 74]

tiffnichole76 Wow! That exercise is impressive! I am feeling much better today. I had to stay one extra day in the hospital because they had to do two swallow tests to confirm no leak and it made me violently ill until about 2:00 a.m. the third day. I have a slight headache, but I don't have bloating or pain. I am also hoping to hold off on the pain medicine until bedtime. I have been up for awhile now.

[marycw1955 40]

Day 4 has been so much better than yesterday. I am not as sore, but my stomach is still a bit bloated which I imagine is normal? I went to the drugstore with my daughter and bought a liquid antacid and liquid Tylenol and that has helped me a great deal. I'm still napping for about 2 hours, something I've never done before, but it makes me feel rejuvenated. Still getting used to my relationship with my new stomach and like all relationships, we are taking it slow and getting used to each other. ????

[tiffnichole76 36]

I hear ya Marcy! My tummy sounds like an old house settling. Get some rest....let's pray tomorrow is even better.

[2Bthin4me 15]

Has anyone tried Aloe Vera juice to help soothe the stomach and digestive system? I'm going to the Dr. on Tues and will ask about it.

[LivingProof 31]

Hi, Everyone!

My surgery was June 18, and I have, unbelievably, lost 18 pounds! Just had to share....

No complaints here, except heartburn. Big complaint. Any suggestions?

One thought about tummy settling: one of my surgeon's bariatric team members suggested cocoa. You can have this even on the "clear liquid" phase. It works--but be careful! That caffeine will hit your system and keep you awake FOREVER. (I learned the hard way....)

Best to everyone!!!

[marycw1955 40]

Wow surprised that they would recommend cocoa. My surgeons were pretty emphatic that i avoid caffeine since it hinders the healing of the stomach. But, i guess every dr has their own theory. Please let us know if it works because I would love to have a remedy.

[jcream 3]

So I can start puree foods in a couple days. What are some things yall have had that actually tasted decent. I gag on weird textures so this stage is making me not thrilled lol

[J__ford 21]

I can eat a scrambled egg, tuna mixed with light mayo mashed up really well, ff refried Beans with a little avacado and melted cheese, cottage cheese with mashed up canned pears, Soups without chunks, canned crabmeat mixed with mayo and lime, egg drop Soup, grits, v8, laughing cow cheese wedge. I tolerate all of it well but still can only get a few bites down before I'm full! Good luck to you!

[ChristmasJanet 74]

LivingProof That is awesome!

[ChristmasJanet 74]

My surgery was June 25th. My feet and ankles are still puffy, but I had my first follow up visit yesterday (30th) and got a wonderful report. I was one of those who kept changing my mind over and over, but I am so glad I finally was brave enough to do it! I really feel well other than a headache that comes and goes.

[mochaesq 15]

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

[marycw1955 40]

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

That is fantastic!! I feel the milestones are going to be so special. I go for my post op on Thursday and can't wait. I feel great as well but I'm ready to get off this liquid diet. I know puréed foods aren't exciting, but I can't wait !!

[astraphile 38]

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

Congrats!!! That is awesome! Mine was the 25th and can't wait for my weigh in on Thursday!

[mochaesq 15]

Congrats!!! That is awesome! Mine was the 25th and can't wait for my weigh in on Thursday!

I am sure you will have a great report as well Astraphile!