LisaCO

Hi I am from Cortez, CO had surgery Oct 1, 2014 in Denver. Would like to get to know you all. Maybe go to a support group when I go to Denver for my 6 week check up.

I had terrible back pain 5 days post op. It really hurt sitting, lying every position. I equaled up with anxiety. I took 1/2 xanax slept very well. Next morning pain was gone. I think I was so stressed my muscles were in knots. Im now 11 days post op I have not had back pain since.

Smart I am going to get some ramekins. Soon I will start cooking & make a recipe book. Some of the foods look very good. I still have 4 1/2 weeks before I can taste them. I will wait til I get closer to that stage. Nice that your husband eats what you eat. My husband loves to cook & he keeps thinking of different recipes he can make. I am glad my family is supportive except for my 18 year old son he is not on board which is expected. Ha

I drove yesterday for my first time & did fine. My husband has not let me do anything so I finally told him im driving. Lol

I was given hydrocodone/Norco liquid. My surgeon had prescribed me oxycodone pills which I didnt take. I stopped taking the norco at 6 days it made me sleepy & I didnt need it anymore.

These recipes are awesome. I love to bake. Maybe I can make these up ahead & freeze them before I go back to work. Thanks for the info.

Had my first preop visit with my pcp today. Good news I am no longer taking any medications for blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid & reflux, yeah! Right but why do I have no energy I am meeting my water & protein requirements taking my vitamins & b12. Starting my soft food had 1 oz cottage cheese for lunch. I am tolerating the foods well. No vomiting & nausea. Down 30 pounds from HW today. Am I missing something?

Thats good I am glad you have support. One thing I learned a long time ago is love doesnt hurt. I bet you will do better away from all the abuse. Plus you can show your daughter what not to put up with. I wish there was more I could do to help.

Im sorry men can be so dumb. When you have your new body he will only get to look & wish he supported you. My husband has been with me every step. The good thing about this surgery is you cant eat or it will make you very sick. I have realized since the surgery on how much my life revolved around food. We all have these food eating emotions & hope some day these emotions will pass or improve. The pain is really there I tried to come off them to early because they made me sleepy big mistake. You need to stay on top of it. If the pain catches up its so much harder to get under control. Do you have anyone at home to help you?

Hi I am doing good. Best advice keep walking, take your pain meds as needed, sip sip & sip to stay hydrated. Get your protein in it helps the healing process. I hope you are feeling ok. I was not hungry mostly in pain & worried about every little thing going wrong. You got this! It will get better.

I am also from a small town but word gets around no matter what you do. Before surgery I embraced it let most coworkers know & come to find out our human resource person already slipped to a coworker. I have decided to not be bitter but to embrace & be proud of myself. For your dentist question. I recently had GB surgery 8 hours away from my home on Oct 1st drove home 4 days later on a Sunday with a terrible tooth ache waited through the night went to the Dentist office first thing Monday morning sure enough my tooth was infected. I had my dentist consult directly with surgeon because of the medication/digestion issues. It is important to tell the appropriate people about your history to get the best care. If necessary talk to your dentist in private.

Today.

Thanks Bryan I passed gas the 3rd day post op then continued I continue to walk everyday. My legs didnt ever swell. I think I have a round body & skinny legs it will be nice to even out someday. Haha. I am now 8 days post op. 1st week doctor visit with my pcp.

After talking to my NUT this morning My local protein shake mix I drank before surgery suger content was to much for my body. I felt horrible yesterday the hot flash/chills was my body reacting. Today I drank isopure dutch chocolate (very good). I feel much better. Back on my journey & feeling hopeful.

Thank you

Ok I was starting to get worried. I just checked my temp its 97.0. I think my body is in shock. I have been taking short walks. I think I am going to try some drained soup maybe I need some thing more then protein & water.

I am 6 days out pain is much better no pain meds today. Was pretty gassy but it is also better. I had my first 2 ounces of protein shake last night. & 4 oz this morning. Any of you guys getting hot flashes then chilly? My temp is normal but I feel hot. Is my body trying to regulate?

Walgreens & Walmart dont have the correct calcium citrate. I ordered mine from Amazon today. I post op gastric bypass 5 days now. I purchased gummy vitamins "Alive" womens vitamin & liquid B12 from Walmart. I am tolerating them both well so I hope they are both working.

I have had no nausea I have so far drank 800 mls of water + clear protein + hot decaf tea + broth all being measured in a 30ml cup. I have not passed gas. I have had 2 milk of mag. Any suggestions? All the staff said its ok. When should I take colace. Am I worrying myself?

Succes this morning I walked the halls all night with wonderful husband. We are staying in suite we rented & the manager has been very good to help with my needs. I can feel my intestines rumble alot this morning. Thank you for your support

Ok thank you.

I was dis charged today. I have yet to pass gas (flatus). I have taken a milk of mag twice. Any suggestions?

Had surgery yesterday. I was so scared to. Everything has gone well so far. If I can help you let me know.

They took my pump away. Now going try some oral pain meds. Im sore but pain is tolerable Been walking well. So scared to put to much in my pouch & get sick. Still no nausea or gas pain Yes me too. No one wants a tired surgeon.

I am on the road to Denver (8 hours from my home) for surgery. I have been reading all the posts & most are positive but the complications are so scary. I want to be healthy, active & want to live life to the fullest if I dont lose weight my future is not so bright. Im so nervous.