2newbeginnings

I turned 55 Dec. 2012 and had surgery done that same month. I have had no complications.

I had my surgery on the 19" also. My stomach gurgles a lot too. I stayed one night in the hospital. My instructions say start protein supplements 5 days after surgery or until I am passing gas regularly. The nurse said maybe wait for my first bowel movement because the supplement can cause more constipation. I can't drink enough water. I am eating my 2oz meals today but I do so slowly. It takes me more than half an hour. More like going on 1 1/2 hours. I started drinking sugar free chocolate milk to try to get mor protein in me as this counts as my fluids too. I hope I can start getting my fluids in better. The insides of my hands are ashy. Never has happened before. Good luck to all if us making through the first weeks.

Thanks Raven21. You too.

My prepping class is Nov. 27th too. You aren't by chance having your procedure at St Vincent's in Carmel, In?

I've been eating less and trying to eat healthier. I walk on a treadmill and ride a stationary bike some days. I need to start doing that everyday. I haven't been told whether I need to go on a liquid diet before surgery.

My date is Dec. 19th. I am new to the board. Located in Indiana.

Hello, I just joined. I'm 54 and my insurance approved about a couple weeks ago. I should get a date any day now. My doctor is pretty busy so it will probably be a few months out. I am 5' 3 1/2" and weigh 285 right now. I have lost 16 1bs since I started a diet the beginning of July. It feels good. I can't imagine what it will feel like to lose another 15 or more pounds.