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Syntha-6 makes a delicious chocolate cake batter protein shake too .

If you don't have to go through the stages what are you currently eating?

My jaw dropped when I saw that total! Did you speak to them prior to the surgery about what your out of pocket expense would be? Now they know why people go crazy. These insurance companies mess with our sanity!!! OMG I hope that you received that in error!!!

I took whey Protein before surgery (lost 15 lbs while drinking it twice a day) and I drink it every morning now. I'm 20lbs down since surgery three weeks ago. It works great for my protein intake.

I am sending you prayers, hugs and good vibrations. I lost the love of my life 2 years ago in March. I find it hard to breathe at times, but I feel so happy looking back at our good times. My heart goes out to you. Like you said, you will be ok in time. Just remember there is no time limit on grieving. Some people don't understand and will expect that you "move on". Just keep the positive people close and the negative people away. It's all about how you want to grieve. I pray you find happy memories at your saddest moments.

There should be a dislike button. Sorry you have to go through all of that because of our lovely health care system.

I watched both Penny and Chuck/Nissa last night. I felt so bad for Chuck. I'm glad that he is successful. He had me worried for a bit. Now Penny......that's just a whole "nother" issue. Has anyone read up or heard how she is doing now? I was just floored at how she could put all that food (and fried at that) in her body. I think my sleeve tensed up watching it. I was thinking of having a snack, but while I was watching that I seriously changed my mind. Water it was.

I can relate to you. I am only 3 weeks post op, and I can't eat anything this week, just liquids. Everything (not liquids) that I eat I run to the bathroom and throw it up. I am so sick of these liquids, but I have no choice. I can't keep anything else down. So, I am stuck with Water and Protein shakes uhg. The thought of them make me cringe. No bueno . I know when I go to my appointment next week the doctor is going to keep me on liquids. Oh how I would love to have something that I can chew. Darn this sleeve! On the plus side I am down a size and a half . Good luck to you. I hope everything works out for you soon!

Hi pinkbarbie, Welcome to the forum. Yes, I absolutely agree with the above post. Everyone is different. I was in the hospital for 2 days also. They gave me wonderful pain meds in the hospital, ahhhhhh. I had a lot of pain when I went home because I had a drain (popped percocet's religiously). I was miserable (lots of pain). After the drain was out, I was good to go. I didn't need any pain meds, I was just very tired also, and a little sore, but nothing major. I took 3 weeks off work (just to be sure). This is my first week back to work and it's actually going very well. No pain at all. Cheers to you and a successful (pain free) recovery .

I had so much anxiety waiting for the approval. It took exactly one week (Friday to Friday) and I was pulling my hair out everyhour of every day! I think I lost most of my weight waiting on the darn approval!

​Anyone have any snack ideas also for someone who is 3 weeks out (still on pureed) too? I am so done with yogurts, applesauce and Protein shakes . I can't wait until I am able to snack on those things when I'm 6 months out.

Even though she is not getting a drain it would probably best to state that YOU did not have pain. Some people are not that LUCKY. Everyone is different. I'm just saying.

Dang it spoil alert! Haha I'm still watching Penny and her enabling husband. Chuck is next!

Are you still on it? I was told I only needed to take it for a month. I know it's preventative, but I didn't have acid reflux or heartburn prior to surgery. I definitely don't want it now.

I cut them in half and toss them back with a glass of Water. I will throw up if I even feel anything mushy in my mouth. That is one of the obstacles with the pureed stage. ICK! And YES they are HUGE horse pills! Haha

The way it was explained to me is the medication serves as protective barrier that helps, prevent further damage from acid in your stomach. It helps prevent heartburn etc while your stomach is still healing.

Hi, I was advised by my doctor to take sucralfate three times a day. I have been following as best as a I can. It's like fitting a piece Into a jigsaw puzzle. Take 1 tablet before meals (on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2-3 hours after a meal). I was just wondering if anyone else is taking this (if It's pretty standard) or not? I'm not questioning my doctor, and I will continue to take it, but I was just wondering how it's working for others who may be taking it (or did take it) as well. Thanks!!

Im glad yours didnt hurt but mine cause contant discomfort and hurt like hell when removed. So please be acurate, didn't hurt you. Agreed! I thought I was having organs removed at the same time they pulled out my drain!!!

OMG! I had the same experience. I had mine in for a week, and while everyone was saying they had no pain when they had their drain in, I was in serious pain because of the drain. It actually filled up during the night! I was in so much pain that two percocet couldn't cure it. I waited until my doctors office opened and they removed it. Whoever says that thing doesn't hurt when it's removed must be on some serious sh#$! I almost jumped out of my skin when the doctor pulled it out. I know I screamed, good thing the waiting room was empty. I'm pretty sure people would have run off!

Hi, I had a drain in the hospital, and a week after I was discharged from the hospital. I was miserable. When my insurance case manager called to check on me (a few days after I had the tube removed). I told him about the pain I was in when I had the drain, and how I felt 80% better with it out. His response was "when I saw you in the hospital I was not aware you even had a drain". Oooook. I asked him to check into why some surgeons decide to have the drain and others don't. He said he would follow up for me. Personally I sure would have preferred to not have that bulb hanging from my side for a week . Congratulations on your upcoming surgery.

Hi, I'm also three weeks out. It depends on the day if I'm able to get my protein and water in uhg! I hate the taste of water (now) and the Protein Shakes. Even if I add crystal light. It just burns up my stomach. Are you on a pureed diet or soft foods? Is the boiled shrimp easy to digest? I was loving tuna up until today. My stomach decided it didn't like anything. Had to go back to liquids today (as I was cooking a delicious smelling meal for my son )

I only had the shots in the hospital, better to be safe I guess. Let me tell you. I bought CANS of chicken broth and after the first day I could NOT stand any broth at all. I will never look at broth the same either . I can't wait to start soft foods (pureed are not appealing although I love tuna). I am hoping my doctor agrees with me haha.

I don't get my Protein in first thing either. I think that is one of the most difficult things for me. The power Proteins are so disgusting to me and so are the premier Protein shakes. (I'm getting 60-70g which will just have to do for now). I have tried adding bananas or fruit and blending them which has helped, but that will not last forever! . Today I had a small piece of chicken breast. I chewed it really well, and it tasted sooooooo good. i have been really good at following the "sleeve rules" (especially since I'm not someone that goes by the book in life). I can't wait until I'm on soft foods. pureed foods suck! I went to a football party and the food smells were excruciating!!! What I wouldn't give for some grilled Carne Asada!!!!

They will give you hospital undies if you are on it period. I put on a sports bra after surgery. The girls hanging, and the drain etc was just too much for me to take! I wear a sports bra everyday since surgery. The girls are just easier to keep under control!

I have cheated post op! What can I say I'm human. It won't kill me, I'm back on track now hahaha!