jenni_867

This may be TMI for some people, but this is my first time getting major slimes. Well, I came home from work tonight, and was actually hungry because I kind of forgot to eat all day....so I thought I'd try to eat a scrambled egg. Well, it tasted sooooo good! I ate the whole egg. After my last bite I knew immediatly that I had overdone it. About 10 minutes later I got the worst pain in my chest, felt like I had heartburn and got the infamous slimes!!! I thought ok, this is gonna pass, but it didn't. Had the slimes for about 45 mins....then got sick So, needless to say no more eggs for me for awhile. And I have to make sure I'm getting food in, as it's so easy to not eat now.

I never had a special chair or anything, but I think a recliner is a great idea! I mostly stayed in bed for the first week, with the exception of walking around, etc. I had pillows propped up all around me so I wouldn't roll onto my stomach. A body pillow is a good investment..... you can buy them cheap from Walmart

I also had my surgery at a low bmi with Dr. Kelly. I also had a male doctor try to talk me out of the surgery..... I stuck to my guns and told him that I was not going to struggle for the rest of my life. I was pretty snooty to him and he took the hint and left the room after he was done his tests. He didn't stick around and shoot the breeze with me as he did with the other ladies that were down there around the same time as me.

Dr. Kelly was great, and I think he is probably one of the best VSG surgeons out there, but I also think there are some communication issues between the hospital staff, the other doctors and Dr. Kelly. If you have your heart set on Dr. Kelly, just call his office. Most of us have his email address and office phone number.

Are you ready for the next food stage? How about trying some soft cheese or cottage cheese in the blender? I also bought some flavored greek yogurt and sugar free yogurts. I feel better now that I'm getting "real food" in. I was also feeling pretty tired too.....

Hope you feel better soon!

good luck longer life! wishing you a speedy recovery!

Good Luck RonnieP! Hope you are recovering well!

Today is your surgery day! Update us with how things went once you feel up to it, and who your surgeon is. Welcome to the losers bench!! Congratulations!

I had a similiar situation after my c-section. I was given demerol, and after being home a couple of days broke out in an itchy rash. Calomine lotion and benedryl took it away. Since then, anytime I have had a surgical procedure I make sure to tell them not to give me demerol..... To be on the safe side though checking with a doctor, even at a walk in clinic is probably a good idea. Hope you feel better soon;)

I think cold turkey is your best bet.... I've never been a huge soda pop drinker, but what about trying to drink it flat? I think the huge issue after surgery is the carbonation.

People on this board are pretty friendly Sometimes though, like myself, I only look at certain sub forums and rarely look at other forums..... Welcome to the site and keep posting! This is a great group with alot of people that will be here to support you and help you on your journey. :happy: Another good site to check out is gastricsleeveforum.com if you haven't already done so. Good luck!

i would suggest possibly seeing your doctor and maybe getting an anti inflammatory for your swollen stomach. The doctor gave me a shot and I've been much better since. I\m only one week out too, and I can't drink Protein Drinks at all yet. Clear fluids still for me....chicken broth, lipton cup of Soup, peppermint tea and lemon tea. Those have been soothing and will keep your fluids up. SF Popsicles have been a blessing.

If you are concerned about your Protein, try Isopure, but I suggest diluting it, because it's very sweet.

I agree. It sounds like all the co-ordinators actually work under the same umbrella. I had a question, which I directed to my co-ordinator Chrisit, and Linda at a lighter me, addressed it. As well, for payment, I had to send it to Sandy, even though I went through Christi.

In the end, its all about your surgeon....

good luck on your journey! I just got back from TJ and saw the "towers" that you'll be staying at. I also considered Dr.Pompa and did tons of research on her. You are in good hands....especially if you're going with wlf. They're a really good support to have.

Back home and so happy to be here! Doing much better today. I've been finding that warm tea feels really good and doesn't make me bloated or give me heart burn. All i can say is that i'm so happy to be home, even though there's snow on the ground.....can't wait to crack open a can of chicken broth tomorrow and stay in my pjs and sip away!!!!

I'm just focusing on getting my clear fluids in right now... I had some warm tea today and feel much better now that I'm rehydrated. Try sipping on some gatorade too.

Just a quick update... had my surgery in the evening of Nov. 3rd. I don't really remember a whole lot, other than switching beds a few times before getting into the operating room. I woke up in my room, and fell back asleep for a few more hours...i think...then woke up to painful gas and naseous. They gave me some meds for pain and naseous and I slept again for the rest of the night. I've been very tired since the surgery and still have bouts of naseous. I have gotten sick a few times, and that was kind of scary.....but I'm ready to go home. The after care has been good, and I've met with Dr Kelly a few times since the surgery. I'm pretty tired right now but I'll post more later. Heading home tommorrow

I also went through Christi and Dr. Kelly was my surgeon.

Good Luck Brittany...you'll be in good hands. I had my surgery on November 3rd... recovery has been a bit harder for me than the other gals down here. Dr. Kelly and staff have been really good, and I have no complaints! Keep us posted on your progess!

thanks for posting princess! please keep us updated with your progress!

I head to Tijuana today and my surgery is November 3rd! Looking forward to being a Banana Babe! Good luck to all the other babes! :cheer2:

I'm going alone too. It's fairly common to go on your own from most of the posts I've read. They have the drivers, and co-ordinators that will look after you. You should only be there for about 4 days so that's not so bad.

Going to Dr Ramos Kelly next week....I'm really hoping that I'll have some time to go shopping, as long as my recovery goes ok. Is there anywhere close to the Lucerne hotel that is safe to go? I'd also like to go to a pharmacy and I'm wondering if theres a pharamacy close to hotel too. Any tips on where to go and where to avoid?

Thanks for the replies!

I'm wondering what I should use post op, Tylenol or Advil?

No, I just have to do a 3 day pre-op of clear fluids. Feeling great and ready to go!