August bypassers/sleevers

[KRush88 105]

On 08/01/2018 at 21:35, ShianneB said:

I’m so proud that I created this group and it has grown ! Such a great group ... 6 more days until my big day !!!! 8/8/18!!!

4 days for me 8/6

[Nicwhite80 2]

Awesome!! How are you doing on the prep meal plan? I’m nervous about 3 days of clear fluids. Any tips?

[ChellNC 162]

My bypass is August 23. So far I've not seen anyone else with this date.

Here is something I found online about a medical alert Bracelet. Hope this is okay to post.

"5 reasons gastric bypass patients need a medical alert bracelet

1 ) You should not be given NSAIDS

NSAIDS, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, are known to have a few side effects when taken under normal use. These include ulcers, an increased chance of bleeding, and liver or kidney problems.

And that's just for a person who hasn't been through a major surgery like gastric bypass!

The point of a medical alert bracelet is to let people know about your condition in an emergency. NSAIDS are commonly used in medicine, so alerting the staff of your bypass can give them the chance to find another medicine to treat you.

For people who have had a gastric bypass, NSAIDS can be problematic for newly constructed stomachs that haven't gotten the chance to build up protection against irritants like NSAIDS.

2 ) A Blind NG tube is dangerous for you

Blind NG tubes are inserted through the nose of a patient who needs to be fed through a tube after a medical emergency.

It's usually fed through with no problems, as doctors know how to do this procedure on normal anatomy.

But after a gastric bypass, only a medical alert bracelet can let your healthcare team know that you no longer have "normal" anatomy.

A bypass changes the way your stomach is shaped and how it sits, meaning a blind NG tube is likely to break through your stomach walls and cause vast damage.

This is especially true because gastric bypass patients do have stomachs that are more sensitive to damage.

If your medical team knows about your gastric bypass, then they will incorporate a different method that is equally helpful but cuts down on the risk of damaging your stomach.

3 ) A limited intake of sugar is important

Hospitals have variations in the diets and medications they can give patients depending on their medical history.

Gastric bypass patients need to actively avoid excess sugar intake for a few reasons.

It can heighten any problems related to diabetes, which is common in overweight individuals. It can also cause severe diarrhea in people who have had a gastric bypass.

It's also important for your healthcare team to know about your bypass through your medical alert bracelet so that they can continue giving you the right diet.

For gastric bypass patients, this means high Fiber and low sugar!

4 ) Complications can be found faster

Having a gastric bypass surgery is a major operation. It's done to transform your health and quality of life, yet it can have complications.

In the rare cases when a complication happens, it's important to get treatment as soon as possible!

You could potentially experience bleeding, blood clots, or a rupture in your new stomach pouch.

Hernias are also known to happen as well as infections, leaking, or ulcers.

These cases can be fixed with usually simple procedures, but knowing is the only way staff can address them before more complications arise.

So when you are brought into a hospital, a medical alert bracelet can work wonders in letting the staff narrow down what could be happening to you. It can ultimately save your life.

5 ) Your solid food will need to be limited

If you need to be fed while you're in the hospital, then staff should be aware that you need to have your solid food limited.

Because your stomach size has been greatly reduced through the surgery, anyone placing a feeding tube will have to know that your stomach is smaller and cannot handle a large amount of food.

When someone with a gastric bypass is fed large amounts of foods, a few things can happen that your team needs to know. If they do, then they can properly adjust your in-hospital diet and look for signs that a complication from overeating is the reason you were brought in.

Overeating can stretch your new pouch, rupture it, and cause your body to reject the food.

Regardless of the situation, a medical alert bracelet can keep your medical team totally up-to-speed on what is going on with you so that treatment can be effective and quick.

And everyone at N-Style ID loves keeping our customers up-to-date with the latest information about medical alerts and other topics on our blog.

You never know when an emergency could happen, and that's why these bracelets are designed to be stylish and useful."

[lalyn 1]

My surgery is tomorrow 8/2 and I’m excited but starting to get nervous!! 😬

[Danny Paul 761]

I am scheduled for 8/29/18! Cant wait. This is my second surgery date so fingers crossed!!
Mine was 8/29/17. It really does go by fast. I lost 60lbs, enough to rid me of diabetes, high BP, gerd, gout and sleep apnea. Good luck to all on your August WLS

Not doing what's popular just doing what's Right.

[newmebithebypass 713]

Guys I’m almost 3 weeks away and that means I start officially my preop diet and I’ve been doing soooo good avoiding starches and today had two hash browns and a hot dog with bun grr

[Chrisb428 626]

@newmebithebypass and you havent killed your husband yet?

[Frustr8 7,886]

No but soon she will withold his right to live and draw breath. As the old songbsays " It's Just A Matter Of Time"!

[Frmamomzeyez 76]

Had my last pre op visit with my surgeon today. I’ve officially lost 22 pounds during this pre op process. Eleven more days to go of this Protein and green vegetable diet. I am so ready and so excited 😆. August 13 people are you guys ready?! Aren’t you just excited 😊.

[KRush88 105]

Today I went for pre-registration... To day the least.... Monday IS SURGERY DATE 9:30 AM!

[77rramos 0]

Started pre-op diet today. Surgery scheduled for 8/16

[Frustr8 7,886]

My second day on mine although

[Frustr8 7,886]

I am a September instead of an August, we can sing the blues together. Mine isn't so bad but it is going to get old after a while.

[ZeroCool 108]

Yay @frmamomzyez :) welcome to the fam!

[ZeroCool 108]

Welp - I said my goodbyes and food funeral and starting this morning I’m on my 2 week pre op diet. Wish me luck! Lol