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You probably did not do ANYTHING wrong! You're body went through a lot, and has to readjust it's normal rhythms. If you are truly concerned, my dear, call your Dr's office and ask those questions. Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

I had my surgery on Tuesday afternoon, 3/21, and was passing gas by Wednesday am...I actually had diarrhea three times that day! lol Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

3 days post op, and I am feeling great! I overdid the activity a little today, and felt it this afternoon! lol I am thankful for a smooth surgery and recovery. The.hardest part for me was being.stuck 7 times.before they ended up getting an IV line in - ended up getting it put in while in the OR holding area!! Hope all is going well with all of March.surgery buddies!! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Well, my big day is here! I report to admissions @ 9am, surgery at high noon!!! Woohoooooooo!!!! Best of luck to all my other 3/19'ers!!!!! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Thanks ever so much!!! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Thank you so much!!! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Hey TZ! I have been hearing about thus PB2...may I ask, please, where you found it to purchase? :-) . Thanks! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Boo...but just think of the journey ahead! My surgery is on 3/19...I thank you for posting about the pain, so I will be prepared for that! Best of luck as you move forward from your surgery! :-) Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

Mia...did you get a surgery date yet? :-) Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

I am on 6th day of pre-op liquid Protein diet. So far so good...2nd day was toughest, but I made it through. The EAS carb control shakes are actually quite tasty...rich dark chocolate is my favorite - they are 17 gms protein, 3 carbs. I can also have 1% -2% cottage cheese, cream Soups, and Greek yogurt. Having those what they call "full liquids" is really helping to make it easier! Bypass date 3.19.13 CW 254 GW 145

The liquid diet is first and foremost to reduce the size of your liver, so that it can be easily moved aside during the surgery. According to my reading materials, it's also to promote rapid weight loss, and to soften up the belly fat. I also feel that it's good practice for my mind having to learn that I won't be putting that much food in my mouth again. I think you might be in danger of having your surgery cancelled if you can't be compliant with the liquid diet. I am in day 2 of that, and it IS tough! BUT - if I can't follow this regime for 2 weeks BEFORE my surgery, how would I ever be successful for a lifetime AFTER my surgery?

Good luck! :-)

I am nervous too...but I am also SO ready to embrace a wonderful new challenge, and the joy of accomplishment as my journey moves forward! Yay!!

Welcome!

My new journey truly begins on Tuesday, March 5th, when I begin my 2 week preop liquid protein diet. I have chosen RNY, for a few different reasons. My biggest? The chance to say goodbye to diabetes - and RNY is the best wls for that. I am attending support groups already, discussing experiences, accomplishments, doubts, failures, etc. Arm yourself with information, my friends...it is most certainly out there! March 19th surgery date, here we come!!