Nick'sMom

Wow, 3 weeks out and you can eat cheese off a pizza?? When I'm three weeks out I'm looking to have applesauce and pureed stuff....and I can't wait Those are gonna be the best refried beans and eggs I've ever had.

Thanks for the list!

I've been thinking about the same thing. I travel locally to my client's offices and we frequently have lunch meetings. I hoping for soup but as a last resort, just maybe eating a little salad with perhaps a slice of turkey - no carbs and keep it very lean. No salad dressing. I was also concerned about something I heard about being on the pre-op diet...um.. to be careful about bathroom breaks. Liquids go in, Liquids come out. Don't wait until the last minute and never (i'm sorry if this is tmi) trust a fart. I am taking this advice to heart because the last thing I want is an issue when I'm in with clients.

I am glad you are feeling so well. Was it hard to adjust to 1/4 cup? I'm guessing it's a gradual thing since you are on liquids for so long and your tummy is sore. I hope I feel 1/4 cup is great too I actually start the pre-op diet on 9/10. I'm a computer consultant and I travel locally to my client's offices. I'm hoping to work remotely more once I start this journey just to avoid any unpleasant 'accidents'

Ugh, I read you were in a stall.... I'm sure it will be short lived. How are you feeling otherwise? Are you able to tolerate food and liquids well?

Sherry77, thanks for posting your experience! My date with Dr. Rantis is 9/24 at Alexian. I go through bouts of anxiety about this but I know this is the best thing for me. I am a big baby but your summary of the day really helps. I hope you are doing well.

Well, after 5 phone calls today from the coordinator, 2 hospitals, my date is confirmed for 9\24! They think at 9:30 am but that could change. At least I have the date. The hospital called to preregister me so hoping it is real this time.

Wow what a rollercoaster ride! I would hate that. You spend time getting over your fears to the point where you really look forward to the journey and then because some person decides to change their mind, make a mistake or not follow through, your life is put on hold. Ok, nothing but happy thoughts for the rest of the day. KZBen, keep your chin up too. We will be on the losers bench before you know it.

Sorry - I went on a big rant about scheduling then figured it probably wasn't in my best interest to post it but I couldn't figure out a way to delete it so I just put an x in the info after editing it. Sufice to say that there's an issue with my surgery date and I'm going to wait a few days so they can figure out a new date and time at the correct hospital.

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I am pre-op and your post was exactly what I needed to hear! My main issue is quantity and my other issue to a lesser degree is carbs, specifically breads. I am so happy that you are doing so well!

Has anyone had more heartburn/reflux from the peanut butter? I am pre-op still but when I eat PB it aggravates my reflux. I'm hoping this will change after...or at least not get worse

Thank you! That is so helpful. I hope your complications have eased up and you are doing well!

I have gastritis - not the h. Pylori kind - mine is from eating wrong (surprise surprise) and taking too many Aleves, etc. Has anyone had complications with having the sleeve done while having gastritis? I searched the forumns but didn't find anything on this specific issue. Read posts where they developed it later but none prior to surgery. Thanks!

I'm so glad to hear you had a great experience. I woke up this morning with such anxiety and coming to this board and reading your post really helped! Thank you and congratulations.