August Bypass Buddies!

[Dawnie Doo 184]

These were recommended by the team for gas. OMG it saved my life. They're chewable, taste decent, and it works fast. I only had to take one. Now that gas is moving Lol

Dawnie_doo

Edited August 11, 2016 by Dawnie Doo

[Dawnie Doo 184]

Has anyone else just randomly weighed a week after surgery? I went to my obgyn today and of course they weigh you. When I looked at the scale I was shocked. And once she found out that I'd just had surgery last Thursday she was concerned. I assume its not an issue but 20lbs in 7 days especially during my healing phase seems like a lot...but perhaps Im ova thinking it.

It's never too late, until its too late

I weighed myself the day I got home from surgery...3 days later...7 lbs heavier. I'm not worried. With all the bags of liquid they pumped through me I almost expected it. I'm going to the bathroom alot so I'm sure it will fall off eventually.

Dawnie_doo

Edited August 11, 2016 by Dawnie Doo

[cherylanne k 13]

These were recommended by the team for gas. OMG it saved my life. They're chewable, taste decent, and it works fast. I only had to take one. Now that gas is moving Lol

Dawnie_doo

I was going to go get some gas x because that's what everyone talks about. But I actually like the taste of Tums so I think I'd prefer these. My surgery is 8/29 and I'm worried about the gas pains. Glad to hear you're feeling better.

[gina171 626]

Has anyone else just randomly weighed a week after surgery? I went to my obgyn today and of course they weigh you. When I looked at the scale I was shocked. And once she found out that I'd just had surgery last Thursday she was concerned. I assume its not an issue but losing 20lbs in 7 days especially during my healing phase seems like a lot...but perhaps Im ova thinking it.

It's never too late, until its too late

I'll take that loss, happily!!!

Hope you're feeling well!

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[soon2bthinmiami 24]

I made it through! The pain afterwards was excruciating and I wish I had been prepared. They only give me enough pain medication to cut the edge off and then they make me walk. My mouth is like a cotton ball, but I'm feeling better now, I'm 10 hrs post surgery! Today I was reborn!!

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[Sharyn 30]

I love the idea of being reborn, soon2bthinmiami. I hope all goes well. Good wishes to all who had surgery this week! Keep up the good work. It does get better. Going for my Pre op physical today. I can't believe this is finally happening. I feel like I'm walking in a dream. I keep waiting for someone to call and say whoops we mad a mistake you can't have the surgery. It just seems like I have been working for this for so long. Now my waiting an working is over It seems kind of anti climatic.

[MadisonsMommy 36]

Surgery yesterday went great!!! I haven't had any pain medication since right after surgery in the recovery room!!! I have been walking away the gas pains. A little soreness is all I've had... No nausea or Anything else!!!!

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[AMS3188 33]

Finally made it home after about four days in the hospital. I'm actually feeling quite sad and depressed. It may sound crazy, but I kind of miss the hospital. Things are improving physically, but I really hope things start to improve emotionally soon. Has anyone else felt this way?

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@AMS3188 It's normal - it's the hormones and probably a little post-surgery blues. Hang in there!

[Sharyn 30]

Well, I guess I will be joining the Sept. buddies.My surgery has been postponed. surgeon says he now wants me off Ibuprofen for a month! What I don't get is why didn't he say this a month ago when I was in his office! Why wait till 4 days before surgery to tell me this! I am so disappointed

[Deborah Bennett 81]

Had my surgery done on 8/8/16. It's been 5 days and still quite sore, but not extreme pain. Been working on getting Protein and Water in. Had an awful experience in hospital with pain control. One nurse working night shift decided she would only give extra strenght tylenlol for pain management even through I was suppose to get more. My surgeon was not happy next morning. Other than that everything has been great a home. Can't wait for my journey to continue.

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[Dawnie Doo 184]

Finally made it home after about four days in the hospital. I'm actually feeling quite sad and depressed. It may sound crazy, but I kind of miss the hospital. Things are improving physically, but I really hope things start to improve emotionally soon. Has anyone else felt this way?

I felt that way. The additional round the clock support was nice. The high praises were nicer Lol I was in a private room and 2 family members worked there, one being the head nurse on my floor, so I always had visitors. Now it's me and my hubby. That's cool tho, he's been great, helping me out soooo much! It's awesome thinking about all of the changes that happened. I get all emotional. I recognize that I'm truly blessed!

Dawnie_doo

Edited August 12, 2016 by Dawnie Doo

[Dawnie Doo 184]

Well, I guess I will be joining the Sept. buddies.My surgery has been postponed. surgeon says he now wants me off Ibuprofen for a month! What I don't get is why didn't he say this a month ago when I was in his office! Why wait till 4 days before surgery to tell me this! I am so disappointed

I understand how you feel. I had to stop Naproxen. If I didn't tell them I was recently prescribed for pain that would've been a mess. All things are working toward your good. You wouldn't wanna bleed out on the operating table. Trust in the process.

Dawnie_doo

[Dawnie Doo 184]

Had my surgery done on 8/8/16. It's been 5 days and still quite sore, but not extreme pain. Been working on getting Protein and Water in. Had an awful experience in hospital with pain control. One nurse working night shift decided she would only give extra strenght tylenlol for pain management even through I was suppose to get more. My surgeon was not happy next morning. Other than that everything has been great a home. Can't wait for my journey to continue.

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Yes my surgery was the same day. Not much pain, but soreness from the staples pulling as the incisions heal. They gave me Dilaudid and sent me home with enough to last a while. I'm no pill popper, but I definitely need one right now. Smh

Dawnie_doo

[Dawnie Doo 184]

Here's an article that I found helpful regarding pre & post op diet and stages. Of course the info will vary from person to person and surgeon to surgeon, but this came very close to what I was instructed. Hopefully this helps someone...

http://www.obesitycoverage.com/the-big-gastric-bypass-diet-guide//

Dawnie_doo

Edited August 13, 2016 by Dawnie Doo