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I had a leak , but my doc caught it in surgery. That was 3/11. He said he restapled that area-at the top. Before I was discharged he had me do a postop "barium swallow." And of course- the dose was a baby dose. How many of you that had leaks had a "swallow" before you were discharged?

So glad you are doing fine now! What a ride! Can I ask how many days postop you were when you had the leak?

I just read the latest update. AMEN!

Yes, prayers. How scary. You are where you need to be. No matter what--"safe than sorry." I was sleeved last Monday. Keep us updated.

Sleeved last Monday. Sneezing is so hard. I keep a pillow close and try to grab it. Coughing is hard. I have drains and I don't think that helps my discomfort.

Weight in preop.

I was 30.5 when I decided to get sleeved. I'm older and my poor genetics seem to be following my dad's. SO I wanted to stop it before it got worst. BP/Joints/ Cholesterol/Liver stuff . I got sleeved Monday. Had a esophgeal hernia fixed too. But, anyway keep us updated!.

I was just sleeved the 11th-but my coordinator called today and we talked about that. She says "that is the sensation or discomfort post gulping." To quote her "sip-sip-sip."

Prettybird--so sorry to hear this...I hope you are ok. You are definitely wise going to the ER. Let us have an update when you can.

I am not getting my protein in either. Sleeved the 11th. Do better with straight water. The protein I bought before this-tasted ok then--but now it makes me gag. I hope to find something that tasted ok.

I was sleeved the 11th--I am home today-with drains. I'm suppose to call daily with drain amounts. Still have several ccs coming out of one of them. They are uncomfortable--

Thank you Carol 5417! ! I little nervous--but excited! I will keep this thread updated! Bless.

I'm scheduled for MONDAY! I'm 61. I appreciate this thread and reading about your great results. I was a "Lurker" for 6 months and realized I was just getting older-so I quit "lurking" and decided to get this done.

I told one trusted friend and family. I haven't felt the need to tell anyone else.

Jibstep-glad to hear you are doing well!! I'm scheduled for Monday--count down. A little nervous-but excited about getting it done!

Regarding water/fluid drinking-I am and have been a gulper. To be sleeved in a week. My "weight coach" recommended buying a "sippy" cup. I purchased 2 10oz ones. I've been practicing--it does slow you down.

Thank you Tes! I am not a vegetarian--but your "substitute" recipes sound gooood. Not sleeved yet- but starting a week of pre-op dieting tomorrow.

Such great results! Your BMI-23!!!! I am starting at 31. Scheduled in a week. Have blood pressure etc issues. And -self pay. BUT-I am sure well-worth it!!

Thanks Diva Nurse and Towanda for letting us know your stories. Your stories just serve to remind us not to take anything for granted. Hope all are on the mend. Thank you for sharing.

Congrats! Sounds like you are in great spirits! Keep us updated!

II'm 61. Scheduled in March! I am looking forward to getting healthy! Let's do keep this thread going!

I travel with my job. While I just started my preop diet-I realized early I WILL have the same problem you are having with measuring. I found 2 ounce plastic disposable "Gelatin shot-cups" at a "Party Stop." I plan to pack several them with me.

Having those exact feelings. I appreciated your posting!

Mine is 12K. Includes some preop costs, doctor charge, surgery costs and 2 night hospital stay. I've heard of cheaper-but-I asked my friends who they recommended.

Mine is scheduled in March. BUT--I am with you. One minute excited-the next thinking about everything that can go wrong. Jeannine-Toradol is a good pain medication given for a short time. (I had kidney stones-and it worked wonderfully) Toradol is an NSAID too-without the other side effects as : NSAIDs-Ibuprofen, naproxen, ASA-with increase bleeding potential. The docs usually have you stop those 2 weeks prior and for a period of time postop. They can also increase-heartburn GI problems too You've warned your doctor about the Dilaudid--now tell your preop nurse and reinterate with your anesthesia doctor!