Emuts 18 Posted September 30, 2016 I'm so excited. My surgery process has been painless. The only thing I can complain about is gas. Wow, so much gas. My bypass was under 2 hrs. By the time I woke up I didn't even have a tube in. Happy for that. I did have a Foley which was taken out yersterday. Still do have the drainage, which isn't draining much. I've been walking without pain. My doctor prefers 2 days no food or liquid until he orders that barium test to check for leaks. That Barium is very nasty, thank God it was only like 3 sips. I was brought some broth after that and some Liquid Protein. I've been able to tolerate. I take a sip every 15 minutes. Hopefully I go home today. It's gonna be difficult but I will get thru this. So will you guys. We got this!!! Good luck!!! Starting a new Healthy Life Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reinaf89 13 Posted September 30, 2016 Congrats on your surgery!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shedo82773 1,236 Posted September 30, 2016 Congradulations!! Hang on for the most incredible journey you are about to embark on!! YAY!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted September 30, 2016 Congratulations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shedo82773 1,236 Posted October 3, 2016 The gas is horrible for most. Walking helps big time!!! I have used Papaya Enzymes they really help with the gas and aid in digestion. I buy them at Walmart for less tthan $5.00. In fact I got them yesterday for a liittle over 3.00. They have saved me so many times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sandeeb 13 Posted October 3, 2016 How are you doing now after going home? My surgery was a day before yours. I had a lot of pain and gas. A LOT! It's been one week today and I wa our walking and shopping. But I feel hungry all the time! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emuts 18 Posted October 5, 2016 @@sandeeb I've actually been feeling bloated. My stomach is hard and I haven't had a BM since wed. day of surgery. I'm feeling very uncomfortable. Starting a new Healthy Life Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manitobamama 10 Posted October 5, 2016 I'm so excited. My surgery process has been painless. The only thing I can complain about is gas. Wow, so much gas. My bypass was under 2 hrs. By the time I woke up I didn't even have a tube in. Happy for that. I did have a Foley which was taken out yersterday. Still do have the drainage, which isn't draining much. I've been walking without pain. My doctor prefers 2 days no food or liquid until he orders that barium test to check for leaks. That Barium is very nasty, thank God it was only like 3 sips. I was brought some broth after that and some liquid Protein. I've been able to tolerate. I take a sip every 15 minutes. Hopefully I go home today. It's gonna be difficult but I will get thru this. So will you guys. We got this!!! Good luck!!! Starting a new Healthy Life I had mine Sept 28 and was home the afternoon on the 29th.Has was abundant and I have no problem letting it rip lol Hope you go home soon manitobamama Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manitobamama 10 Posted October 5, 2016 @@sandeeb I've actually been feeling bloated. My stomach is hard and I haven't had a BM since wed. day of surgery. I'm feeling very uncomfortable. Starting a new Healthy Life Have you tried taking stool softeners? manitobamama Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shedo82773 1,236 Posted October 5, 2016 Something to help with your potty issues. Take some dried prunes cover with Water and steep them then eat 2 or 3 of them and sip some of the prune juice. You will go potty for sure!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emuts 18 Posted October 6, 2016 @@shedo82773 Thanx I'm gonna try that. Today I ninja'd the premiere shake with papaya chunks. Big mistake, haven't even been able to drink Water after that. Starting a new Healthy Life Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laneydasilva 34 Posted October 17, 2016 (edited) Someone help I'm 3 weeks out today and scale is not moving I don't get it I am following my diet feeling discouraged Edited October 17, 2016 by laneydasilva Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shedo82773 1,236 Posted October 17, 2016 If you want to try something besides the pill form, my mom for ears used dried papaya. She said it worked for her!! Yuk on the papaya chunks!! I'm not fond of fresh papaya. Just take the pill form and chew them up works every time!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites