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Sounds to me like your Dad is either afraid something will happen to you or needs to maintain control--or both! The "party line" is if my kids were still under my roof & I was supporting them (this included me providing them with insurance), they did as I said. However, I agree with Lolly, discussing this with either a 3rd party, therapist or even go with you to the surgical consult might work better. You are an adult and you can & will find a way to do this but would encourage you to do it with their support if at all possible. Besides if your Dad is there & asks all the tough questions, he will have an eye-opener--this works! Let us know and best wishes, glad you are not waiting till your health declines more...

One of my favorite protein shakes is Chike iced coffee mix. It has 20 grams of protein & has made my day! I drink the extra water to cover it...

I am going back after two weeks but I am a desk jockey & almost 60!

Congrats, you really rocked your sleeve!

Right, oral steroids jack with your glucose levels & healing rate. Advair is an inhalation steroid with a bronchodilator. Trouble is I need both (Singulair & Advair) to keep my asthma in check. There is some speculation that asthma may be obesity related, but in my case, having it thru my entire "lean years" dispels that for me...

Gas in the left shoulder is from the residual (leftover) gas they used to blow up your tummy to perform the procedure laparoscopically. The surgical team tries to let as much of it out as possible prior to closing your incisions but a small amount will remain. It naturally gravitates into your upper left diaphragm, which in turn radiates the pain into your left shoulder area. Some will be absorbed over a period of about a week, but the best thing to do is to walk it off. Not only are you causing your lungs & diaphragm to expand, you are also preventing the #1 threat--blood clots. Walk as much and as often as you can tolerate & you will recover faster.

The surgeon prescribed a scopalomine patch 2 days pre-op (but it was horribly drying) & the anesthesiologist gave me Decadron during the surgery, which seemed counter-intuitive since that is a powerful steroid. Post-op was given Phenergan IV in the hospital & chewable Zofran for home. I think the Pepcid 2x a day & ginger tea helped me most.

I worked in surgery for 18 years & it was always preferable to have the spouse or family member at the hospital until the person was taken to their room. The reason is if (hopefully not) there are complications, someone that can speak for you is available. As you can imagine, my mind played back all the complications we had encountered & as I am a widow knew I could not have my spouse there. I had a friend that is a nurse there & she saw me through to my room, made sure I could work the PCA & left. Could your sister stay with the kids until your husband sees you in your room & then trade places? Best of luck & this is NOT being selfish at all.

Yes, you can order from Vitamin Shoppe online. Some CVS' have them, GNC's.

I have been an asthmatic since I was 2 (now 59), and was maintained on Singulair & Advair. When the PA gave me discharge instructions, she said to discontinue the Singulair. The first few days I had to use my Albuterol inhaler multiple times. I have now starting crushing & added the Singulair back. I will call my doc in the morning to verify. Anyone else crush their Singulair tabs?

I asked ( thought the same thing--they are clear) and was told no. They want my carbs kept really low & to stay hydrated with fluids.

The sleeve has been harder for me as the c-section was 30 years ago! The laparoscopic hysterectomy 5 years ago was also easier. The big adjustment for me has been figuring out my stomach capacity & the fascia stitch in my left side which constantly pulls when I move. I am a week post-op & still taking pain meds.

I tried all the Isopure RTD flavors pre-op & only liked the Grape Frost & Blue Raspberry. Now I am a week post-op & still drinking the Grape Frost but adding 2 oz of Grape juice to it to mask the whey Protein taste. That keeps the carbs low, the liquid is still clear & I don't have to worry about getting in my protein. I can guarantee you when I get to go on full liquids later this week, I will be done with grape anything! My other "go to" is nectar protein & Isopure unflavored.

The reasoning is that the more you eat in carbs, the less your body relies on consuming its own fat stores for energy. Look up ketosis for a longer explanation. My post-op plan is clear liquids first week then onto full with no more than 20 carbs per day and 60-80 grams of protein.

Sleeved on the 28th, Miralax on the 30th, success today but still would not have worried--passing gas meant everything was 'open for business'!

I was sleeved on the 28th & today has been the first good day! Was having trouble getting fluids in, the sugar-free Popsicles are good but I wanted something hot. Tried beef & turkey broth--yuck. Just now tried Hot & Sour soup strained (I'm still on clear liquids) and it was wonderful! No problem with the acidity or spice. Will try strained egg drop soup next. I am getting protein thru Isopure.

I am drinking Isopure Grape Frost with 2 oz. grape juice mixed in. Very tolerable & I am getting both protein & fluids in. Yes, I know grape juice is high in carbs but 2 oz to 40 oz fluid is ok for my first week of clear.

It is vital that you get out of bed & move as much as possible. You are setting yourself up for worse complications like pneumonia, clots & venous stasis ulcers. Walk around your house every hour & deep breathe, go to the bathroom furthest from you, fill up your water bottle in different places. You MUST move!

Txgirl36: I was sleeved by the same doctor, same hospital, same day & I gained 10 pounds. No worries, they pumped us full of IV fluids with sodium in it. It will come off for sure. I have removed my scale & will wait for my post-op visit next week.

My surgery was Tuesday & was discharged yesterday at 12. So far my biggest issue is nausea. Have a prescribing for Zofran & it helps. The other issue is my post-op weight had me at 220.5, so I gained nearly 10 pounds! I am sure it is from IV fluids.