DFWSleevepatient

When was your surgery?

They gave me Propel Zero at the hospital and I am hooked. Very subtle flavor, but much better than plain water.

I had a few minor complications, but nothing major. I read my post-op diet wrong. I thought I wasn't supposed to start the protein shakes right away, so I have had zero protein or calories since the surgery. I have lost 14 pounds in three days. I am sure that will level off once I get back on track.

Pepsi, Coke, Dr. Pepper, Mt. Dew, are just different names for SODA!

Yep. NO worries.

I am three days post-op also. I finall started passing gas and it felt pretty good. No BM. Make sure you are getting the minimum protein. Your body is just recovering from the lack of solid food. It will come. II would suggest a glycerin suppository over a stool softener, unless your doctor has okay'd it.

Was this your very first appointment?

I am a flight attendant. Surgery is 8-21-13.

I will be having mine on August 21st in Dallas. I have been on the pre-op diet for five days and have lost nine pounds.

I haven't officially started the preop diet yet. My surgery is on the 21st. I bought all of my stuff yesterday and will be easing myself into it over the next couple of days.