MissKatie

I was under he impression that Prilosec type meds are not supposed to be taken indefinitely. I guess they are better than a deteriorated interior.
My gall bladder was removed before my sleeving.

How about rotating between Zantac, Prilosec, Previcid, etc. Do you think that would help?

I am not sure who said it but absolutely call the doctor. Prescriptions are so much better for you and stronger. You can't risk prolonged heartburn as it causes erosion in your esophagus. I have been on Prevacid prescription for 10 years and take it every morning on an empty stomach. Will likely take it for the rest of my life. You have to take extra Calcium when on it long term but you have to do that anyhow with the sleeve so just call, it has really no side effects and the pain is gone for good.

I take a Prilosec every morning and a Protonix every evening. I spoke to my doctor about it and he said it was ok to take a PPI 2x daily. I guess some of our stomachs produce more acid.
Also the stomach acid attacks may be related to your gallbladder. Rapid weight loss results in gall stones. You may be having gall bladder attacks.

Thanks! I will try them.
These are preventative measures, right? What would you do if they failed and you had an attack? Tums, Pepto, etc.?

I'm 5 months out and take liquid Zantac twice daily, and a Prevacid Solutab once daily. Don't suffer with it. Call your surgeon and get some meds...and take them religiously. You'll be happy you did!!

I am 10 months out and have acid reflux attacks. I haven't been able to pin down the exact cause but I get it on an empty stomach, after too much coffee, and in times of high stress. I take Prilosec and Pepsid type products and lots of Tums. I also take Gasx in case gas is the problem. Sometimes just eating something helps. My doc told me this may come with the sleeve.
I am also interested to know what sleevers do during sudden severe attacks. I had planned on trying Pepto Bismol and Maloxx.

i had surgery october 10th and the reflux has been horrible i take zantac otc in the morning and sometimes around dinner and then tums or pepto bismol when it gets really bad, ice Water seems to help alot too...hope you feel better soon!

Still only halfway to goal, but I'm really getting excited now.
First photo was 274, second is 213. Surgery was 4/9.
 

Hey Everyone! I had my 9 month check up today...and I have met my goal!!! I literally shed a tear as I looked at the BMI chart and saw that I was in the "healthy" range! I went from a BMI of 36 to 23, size 16WP (women's petite) to a 4P, and from 208lbs to 125lbs in 9 months. Although I've had my up's and downs, I love my new body and life! I also know the journey isn't over...it's now a lifestyle. So keep striving, working, and reaching those goals everyone! Much love!

Forgot to say that I had bowel movements four days out from surgery.

I think you are doing great too. Tomorrow will be one week from my surgery. I was lying on my sides in the hospital (albeit painfully) but was really walking so only 1.5 days of gas. No nausea. I love Water too. I drink the Liquid Protein and water. Had a tiny bit of Jello. Got off pain meds (Lortab) four days out. I'm impatient because i know I'm doing good but the ketosis is driving my heightened sense of smell crazy. Everything/everyone smells bad to me. Ive lost about 20 lbs from pre-op diet to current.

i was told at the hospital that they dont expect the first one till after a week so you should maybe soon

My surgeon prescribed Reglan to "keep things moving" so I had a BM three days out. That made me feel tremendously better! I've been getting my Fluid and Protein in since yesterday (my first full day home). I'm like you though, I love water!

I wasn't able to start Protein Drinks until 8 days after surgery then full liquids. I think you are doing great.

You sound like you are ahead of the game. Getting all your liquids and that much Protein one week out is impressive. I would guess you are in the upper 10% of those being able to do so.
As far as #2 goes, it was about 8/9 days out. I had to use Milk of Magnesia to get things moving and pretty much took some everyday for about a week to keep *regular*. After that, and the fact that all you are taking in is liquids, things quickly reverse themselves.

I agree. That much Protein that early is quite impressive! Good job on the liquids.

Thanks for the update MissKatie! Glad you are doing well!! I go in on Fri for my sleeve. Kinda nervous. Hope mine goes as well as yours.

Everything went very well! Anesthesiologist had a little trouble getting my iv's in at first, so I had to get stook with needles a few times. My arms are sore from that. As of right now, I don't feel the gas pain everyone talks about. I got up and walked two times yesterday evening and had no problems with walking. Hardest part of that is getting in and out of bed because my stomach is so sore. My throat hurts some from the tubes they put down your throat, but it's a bearable soreness. I'll continue to keep every one posted! And feel free to ask anything you think of!! Thanks for thinking of me!!

Thank all of you so much!!!! I will definitely keep you posted. And feel free to ask me anything about it. That's What I love about this site, everyone is so helpful!

Prayers going up.

Good luck Miss Katie!!

Good luck ! keep us posted

Prayers for a successful procedure and pain free recovery!!!