Need AUGUST bypass buddies!

[Roostertail2 98]

Everything I have read and seen on here has lead me to believe that I shouldnt spend money on shakes either because of the taste buds. Believe me - I am an investigative person in my professional life - so I am darn sure putting in the work to learn as much about this as I can. Sometimes think I am learning too much and getting info overload! Thanks for the sugesstions on the choc/vanilla and gas x. I plan on making a surgery bag based on all the suggestions I have read on here. Chap stick is another thing that I know to take based on my own surgery history. I will definately get me some of the mouth spray! I remember from other surgeries how thirsty I was - and to know they wont let me have anything for a while - great suggesstion!

[Beckyyb93 225]

Your welcome! I forgot to give you guys this link..

http://www.vitalady.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?search=action&keywords=protsamp&SortKey=sku&SortOrder=ascending

Vitalady sells Protein powder and Vitamins aimed at bariatric patients and on that link she sells samples of TONS of awesome Protein for $2.99 each with $5 shipping. If you aren't sure what to try, I'd pick a few flavors and try them AFTER you have surgery, it's way cheaper and easier than ordering a whole bunch of stuff then not liking it and sending it back. I have 8 new samples to try out after surgery and I'm excited to have some variety. Also, if you are having trouble deciding what on the list you want to try, you can go to this link and some people have rated protein powders..just remember that's their opinion and you may not love everything on the list.

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/181262-rating-protein-powders/

[rhfactor272 50]

Your welcome! I forgot to give you guys this link..

http://www.vitalady.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?search=action&keywords=protsamp&SortKey=sku&SortOrder=ascending

Vitalady sells Protein powder and Vitamins aimed at bariatric patients and on that link she sells samples of TONS of awesome Protein for $2.99 each with $5 shipping. If you aren't sure what to try, I'd pick a few flavors and try them AFTER you have surgery, it's way cheaper and easier than ordering a whole bunch of stuff then not liking it and sending it back. I have 8 new samples to try out after surgery and I'm excited to have some variety. Also, if you are having trouble deciding what on the list you want to try, you can go to this link and some people have rated protein powders..just remember that's their opinion and you may not love everything on the list.

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/181262-rating-protein-powders/

Great info! Im with Rooster, I research for a living so this is awesome!

[Audrey'grandma 0]

Mine will be in September...but I need a buddy too. Right now I am struggling with eating all the time.....did you feel that way?

[Gabriela 6 8]

The date is set...Aug 12th! Its been 7 months since my first appt...and here I am, scared, nervous and so excited. I'll be having hernia repair, bypass and gallbladder taken out in one shot. Anyone who had anything similar to those procedures, I'm super interested to hear of your recovery and how long before returning to work (though I realize everyone is different). I would love to buddy up with someone!

[emlatta 9]

How old are all you ladies? I'm 21 and am scheduled on August 1st for a revision from a sleeve to a bypass. I had a sleeve in 2012, when I woke up I had a stricture and that began the long journey that has gotten me here. They dilated through endoscopy's a dozen times, I've been hospitalized, on and off Lortab since 2012 and the big kicker..I haven't eaten solid food since going into surgery in 2012! Now, the reflux is so bad that my esophagus is eroding around the stricture and we are talking about the risk of esophageal cancer if I don't get this taken care of. Also, it's getting worse very quickly! So, I'm all set for a revision on the 1st and I'm very hopeful that this will fix my pain, I'm crossing my fingers! I feel like I've already had enough bad luck, maybe it's time for some good luck (knocking on wood). I'm a full time nursing student and have barely stayed afloat in school because of all the hospitalizations, the narcotics, Protein and Vitamin deficiency causing zero energy, and then just the overall pain and how it affects your mind and body. I'm SO ready to start healing!

I have a lot of support from my wonderful fiance, my mom who as always been my best friend and biggest cheerleader, and my soon to be mother-in-law plus the many prayers I get from all of you guys. If you have any Vitamin or Protein questions feel free to let me know, I've been there done that.

I have my own thread that posts my long journey from sleeve to bypass but I'll keep you August bypassers updated here too. I'm praying for smooth recovery for all of you and I'm especially praying for a bypass for you @@Roostertail2 because the GERD will get significantly worse if you get a sleeve, I know very well from personal experience.

Oh and as far as pre-op diet, my surgeon likes 3 days all Clear liquids so that's what I'll do at the end of July for him.

I am 33. So sorry to hear about the problems you are having to ensure. I pray that the revision is a real success for you.

[emlatta 9]

I talked with a lady yesterday about her surgery and she said there was a pill out there that will help with the smell of the gas and the poop. I'm going for my pre op today and will ask my Dr if it is safe for us to have and will get back with you ladies on weekday he says. If you want to research it yourselves, the name of it is Devrom.< /p>

[Taglied 7]

As my Aug. 8th date approaches....tomorrow I start my 3wk pre surgery diet. 3 to 4 shakes a day and a small salad with small amount of chicken or fish. Reality set in that this is going to happen. I feel the same way as most of you. Happy...excited...nervous... I too am having hernia repair...I don't want to wish the summer away because its my favorite time of year but I really want to get this over with...LOL My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as I know we will all be feeling so much better come September. Have a great day to all !!

[Roostertail2 98]

Audry'grandma - I also have an issue with wanting to eat more. I have a major sweet tooth and have been stuffing my face with cupcakes for fear of never getting to have them again! lol. Problem with that is we are only going backwards by gaining extra weight. On top of that I am trying to quit smoking or my surgeon wont touch me - so that also makes me want to eat more!!

So since all of us want buddies - anyone interested in creating new group where we can keep in contact? I also have Facebook page - but have not told everyone so didnt want to have posts on there...

BTW - my name is Ruth and I am in Atlanta GA...46 years old

[Roostertail2 98]

OK I created a room in general surgery forum called All In August 2014!

[Roostertail2 98]

Ok so creating a forum didnt really work..So I created a chat room called August Surgeries. Because I dont know what surgery my doctor will end up doing until he gets in there - I dont want to have to choose what forum I need to be in - I need input from both gastric bypass and sleevers! So if anyone interested in going through all of this with me - thats a place we can talk.

[Boppin' Bubbe 32]

My date was set today! August 19th here. My pre-op testing is August 4th and mandatory classes on the 14th. I began considering weight loss surgery 10 years ago, as I have been morbidly obese since I was 8 years old.... Fast forward 20 years and I'm 28 and finally taking control of my body! And I couldn't be more excited/anxious!

I'm so excited for all the possibilities that come with getting happier and healthier. My fiancé and I will finally have our wedding (I haven't been able to face searching for a wedding dress knowing I'm not going to feel like a beautiful bride and I certainly don't want the pictures to remind me! Fall 2015 wedding here I come!) Also, babies! I want some to have/adopt children and be able to keep up with them (and not be the fat mommy at the park).

I simply want to feel like me! I feel like I'm trapped in a body that engulfs everything that I am! As far as I'm concerned, August 19th is my second shot at a happy life!

So very happy for you....I love the positivity!!!

My date is Aug 20! I'd love to follow with you. I am definitely not in your age bracket, I'm 64, but much will be the same!

[rhfactor272 50]

Ok so creating a forum didnt really work..So I created a chat room called August Surgeries. Because I dont know what surgery my doctor will end up doing until he gets in there - I dont want to have to choose what forum I need to be in - I need input from both gastric bypass and sleevers! So if anyone interested in going through all of this with me - thats a place we can talk.

Why were you on the fence for which surgery again rooster (thats become your name now;)? I cant jump around site on phone like i can on pc.

[Roostertail2 98]

I wasnt really on the fence. I did a LOT of research as I am sure everyone else has done. I went in wanting the sleeve. Didnt really like the idea of rerouting things. I had several abdominal surgeries in the past the last of which was bowels - so I didnt want mine messed with. BUT after getting back my uppger GI tests the doctor said I he wouldnt recommend the sleeve because I had acid reflux and it would more than likely get worse with the sleeve - so he wanted to do the bypass. BUT - I have a lot of scar tissue from the 4 other abdominal surgeries - so he doesnt really know if he will be able to do bypass. So it will actually be a surprise when I wake up...In the meantime I am having to reach out for info and support from both surgeries just so I am as informed as I can be on them both.

[rhfactor272 50]

I wasnt really on the fence. I did a LOT of research as I am sure everyone else has done. I went in wanting the sleeve. Didnt really like the idea of rerouting things. I had several abdominal surgeries in the past the last of which was bowels - so I didnt want mine messed with. BUT after getting back my uppger GI tests the doctor said I he wouldnt recommend the sleeve because I had acid reflux and it would more than likely get worse with the sleeve - so he wanted to do the bypass. BUT - I have a lot of scar tissue from the 4 other abdominal surgeries - so he doesnt really know if he will be able to do bypass. So it will actually be a surprise when I wake up...In the meantime I am having to reach out for info and support from both surgeries just so I am as informed as I can be on them both.

Ok I remember now...now I'm curious as all get out!