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Thanks for all of the responses. Dreamer, I understand gas x is for gas but in the middle of the night in my sleep deprived pain fog it wasn't sinking in. I got some prilosec but it takes a few days/ wks for it to kick in. What can I use right now? I have heartburn really bad. Oh, I also had a coughing fit and it felt like I was going to bust a stitch or God forbid pop a staple. Anyone have damage due to coughing.

I feel like I can drink to much to fast too. I try to take baby sips but, it's habit. It just goes down so quick. I scare to spring a leak too. At the hospital they gave me a bunch of 1 oz cups (like you use to measure medicine) to use to measure water. I guess I better start using them. They use them to make sure you get enough in but, maybe it's to keep from driinking to much to fast too.

What brand are the chewable biotin?

The Dr. didn't send me home with a prescription for acid reflux/ heartburn. In the hospital they gave me liquid nexium. What do you take? In my fog last night I kept taking the gas x strips thinking this isn't helping. LOL

The liquid lortab tastes so bitter to me. It's hard for me to get down.

Is sugar free jello ok the day after surgery? It's not specifically listed on the post op diet.

Thank you everyone. Day two is much better. Sipping & walking they will let me go home today. Thanks again for your prayers. I needed it.

Thanks worm. Dr./hospital wont let me drink until test results. I have IV tho.

I had surgery yesterday. It was scheuled for 7:15 am and I ended up having it about 12:30. Dr. Had an emergency. Had the test. Dr. said no leaks but liquid not going down due to swelling I. Im waiting for more results b4 I drink anything. Two days without anything to eat or drink.

I'm scheduled for surgery for tomorrow @ 7:15 am. I'm terrified of complications and surgery in general. I keep having the crazy thoughts going through my head...is ths to drastic... Keep me in your prayers. Any kind words are welcome!

PeaceQueen I was aware of leaks and complications. I agree this was a great topic and it's much better to be aware than blindsided. Dooter, I'm in day 1 pre-op freal ,mode.

I'd also like to add that the complications posts are freaking me out too. Thank you for sharing but, it's scaring the ^%$(*&^ out of me. If I have to miss work more than I'm scheduled to, it'd be extremely awkard. I told my boss I was having my gallbladder taken out. Not to mention they'd have to hire a temp to do my work. They would not be happy about that.

What the heck? If I wake up with a tube down my throat I will freak out and I know I'd yank it out

Sounds sooo good. I'm on my pre-op liquid diet but maybe in few weeks or months. I'll get to try it. Thanks for sharing.

Well, I have the band and having a revision on Thursday 02/09/12. I choose the band instead of the sleeve initially because was (still am) terrified of having any organ cut. I had so many problems with the band. I couldn't eat chicken, tuna, salads, most vegetables, some fruits. I was constantly voimiting and "sliming" aka drooling. I did lose about 80 lbs but then I just gained it all back. The reason alot of the bandsters "cheat" is because the only foods that the band can tolerate are junk food. It works for some people but doesn't for a lot of people. Even though I was physically unable to eat, I was hungry all the time. Losing the hunger horomone is a huge plus for me. If I had known having the band would make my risks higher than a "virgin" sleeve. I might have choosen the sleeve. I'm just ready to get the band out. I know I can't live the rest of my life vomiting on almost daily basis. The band was a total waste of time and money.

I'm so sorry to hear that. I don't have any advise to offer but I hope you get some answers soon and get to feeling better. I'll be thinking about you. Let us know jow you're doing.

It's almost like my band knows it's coming out soon. May be I had to much liquid today. I'm not the pre-op liquid diet. It's very weird.

When you go to Vitamin Shoppe check out their website first and ask for the online sales price. I get 4lb container of Designer Whey for about $37 and the store price is usually about $50+ and no shipping!

My surgery is a week after yours. I'm really nervous too so, let me know how you're doing.

I'll be thinking about you and praying. Hope all goes well.

Thanks Janett. That is encouraging. especially for us newbies who have yet to have surgery. My band failed me too. I'm set for revision surgery on 02/0912 and I'm so scared I will have a panic attack or chicken out. Your post means more than you know.

Thanks Siren, Which park? What days/ times do you exercise? Do you walk or some other exercise? You can send me a private msg if you'd rather not post it all. Hey Vance, Happy one month surgiversary! How are you feeling?

Sleeveme, I feel the same way. I'm very sensitive right now. This is a big decision and very difficult to make. I busted out crying at a restaurant talking about whether my husband would be going to the hospital with me or not. Ask your husband to try to understand and be gentle. If that doesn't work, at least you have us. We'll listen and understand completely !!!

Looking for a buddy in DFW area. Meet, talk, exercise...my surgery is set for 02/09/12. I'm getting so nervous.

I agree. A- maze-ing!!!! Post another pic so we can see how small your waist is behind those "fat pants". Congrats! What do you mean your sleeve is stubborn and cranky?