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i was sleeved yesterday. no drain no catheter for me! good luck. most pain was right after coming out of recovery and getting up to use the restroom (which i do once an hour from the iv fluids! i can't stop smiling even with the pain because i am so eager for the new me!

No matter what you have to do for pre-op or post-op, just keep reminding yourself that you CAN do it, and keep focusing on the end result- a healthy, happy you! This is not an easy journey in the beginning- it takes commitment, dedication, and strong will power. But when you are feeling weak, you just need to keep reminding yourself WHY you chose to go this route. For me, I had battled my weight for 20 years and I was so sick of being fat and feeling like an 80 year old, and feeling like my life was passing me by because there were so many things I could not do that I want to do, at my current weight and health. I was willing to do ANYTHING to change my life, which is why I chose surgery. So far, I have been amazed by how quickly I am losing weight, and the food issues, such as liquid diets, are so insignificant to me compared to how good I feel about myself now. You can do this!

Evidently single men are in short supply.....

My doctor determines the pre-op diet based on the BMI. The more you have to lose; the longer the pre-op diet.

For pre-op, I had to do two weeks of low carb to shrink my liver, then two days of Clear Liquids right before surgery. I think the pre-op is the same as the post-op- it varies depending on the doctor and the patient.

It definitely varies!
My surgeon doesn't do a pre-op liquid diet of any kind. When I questioned my NUT about it, she said "their outlook in this Center of Excellence is that the post-op liquid diet is challenging enough; we simply expect you to have liquids-only after dinnertime the night before surgery, and nothing at all to eat or drink past midnight."
That's about as different as can be from a one or two-week pre-op liquid diet!

You are not alone. I was ranting a few days ago because I was soooo hungry. My surgery date is June 27!!! I am on day 3 of the pre op diet. I can have 4 high Protein slim fast shakes a day, a handful of fruit and some veggies. The first 2 days were rough! I was cranky! I think is was the withdrawal symptoms you spoke of! But today I am ok. Praise God! I drink my Water so that fills me up and I drink the shakes BEFORE I get hungry. This tip really helped me because once I get hungry my mind starts to think about old habits. I have to realize that my previous relationship with food is over. :-( It's almost like breaking up with a boyfriend that you had an unhealthy relationship with!! Hang in there! It does get better.

Your headache is from detoxing your body from the carbs and sugar you are absolutely right about that... It gets a little better I don't know what kind of Protein Shakes your drinking, but costco has the premiere Protein kind they have 30 grams of protein and they are better than any others I've tasted.. Good luck and I hope it gets better I have surgery on the 24th so getting nervous!!!

I'm on day five of the pre-op diet (surgery date 6/25) and the first few days were rough! It's gotten better, but I'm still kind of in a mental fog and extremely tired by the end of the day. I took a four hour nap this afternoon! I get two Protein Shakes a day and a dinner with 4-6 oz of lean Protein and non-starchy veggies. If hunger persists, I'm allowed a piece of fruit, light yogurt, more veggies, or 1 oz of light cheese. I've had to eat an apple in the late afternoon to make it through to dinner. I think this really is mentally prepping us for post-op... I'm definitely eating slower, and savoring what I do get. We're so close - we can do this!

Hey..my date is the 18th. I'm 12days into my pre op diet. The first couple of days were the worst. The headache will go away and you will begin to feel much better. I was 299 now I am 287! I probably would weigh even less but I cheated last weekend. Keep up the good work!

Hi all my name is Lyndy Im from tx. 30yrs old single mom my daughter is 9 going on 29... im a dialysis nurse..my surg date is june 28..I'm on preop diet to shrink my liver soi get 2 Protein Shakes a day (I've managed 1 a day) and a lean meat with a double veggie and a piece of fruit. .omg its hard I'm in day three and this headache is horrible. .I think its from the lack of sugar..carbs..caffeine etc.. and last night my stomach was growling so loud and forcefully It was like being pregnant again..
Its hard and I'm suffer in silence type..but it would be nice to have someone to talk to that understands I don't like to vent to my fam/friends because they ALL tried to talk me out of surgery..I've wanted this for at least 8 yrs its really real now...anyone feeling lonely like me??

Not only is it possible, you CAN do it. That's what I love about the sleeve...I'm sure you have restriction. Proud Grammy gave you the "rules", and if you do them, you will succeed. Stress is one of the hardest things to overcome (for me) when attempting to manage my weight. One thing that helps me manage stress is physical activity. Doesn't even have to be overly strenuous. It's hard to make myself do it somedays, but I'm totallly shocked at how well it helps! Best of luck!

cato01 hi there
sure its possible to get back on that horse
you lost 65 lbs before!!!
way to go!!!!
get a head start, back to basics with Protein shakes
follow all Water rules
30 minutes - don't drink before eating
never drink during meal (people have been shot for less!)
don't drink for about 45-60 minutes after you eat
get at least 64 oz of H20 a day
small portions
chew, chew, chew little bites
put utensil down between bites - and wait til you continue to eat
measure your food
put it on small plate
hows that for reminder of basics/and what you will continue to do for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life!!!!
do you have a NUT?
if not maybe try and get one for a few consultations through health insurance,
or its worth it to pay on your own if you can
i see it in your pretty face, smile and eyes, that you are a strong determined lady
now, get going
do not pass go, do not collect $200.00
I KNOW you will succeed
good luck
kathy

I use 2 childrens Gummy vitamins....2 choc calcium chews, and 2 Fiber gummies. What's nice about these is when you feel like a snack, take your tasty Vitamins

I bought my multi/vitamin from Celebrate as well as my B12. My Calcium I bought from an online Vitamin shop. All are chewable, well the b12 dissolves under your tongue. I bought a 3 month supply of the chewable and will reevaluate then if I want more chewables.< /p>

I got the celebration chewables, you need 2/ day of the multi and 1/day for Iron. They taste pretty good, if you go to their website you can get a big box of samples to try for $3

Did you get chewables Vitamins or liquid vitamins or just the regular Multivitamins?
My surgery is next week and I am not sure what to buy .
I really wanna be prepared for this post op!

Congrats! Cant wait to hear how you progress. Take it easy, walk as much as you can and focus on getting in your liquids. Don't get frustrated, just take things day by day and before you know it you will be approaching your goal! Hope your healing goes well!

I had surgery Monday 17th. Tuesday I slept and had a swallow study. Wed. I did clear liquids. Today I added thicker liquids, had my drain removed, and am on my way home. I can hold down 3 oz an hour every hour. If I do 4 oz's then I have a hard time doing it again the next hour. I'm so excited to go home!!

Thank you so much for such awesome, insightful, compassionate, and informative responses! Trying to be good!

I'm sure you're okay, but just wait a few more weeks...