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Gas-X strips worked wonders for me. I was very surprised.

I hear walking really gives a lot of people relief in addition to the gas-x strips, hope you feel better soon.

I was so scared of the psych consult! I was so freaked out and honestly it was worse in my own head that it could have ever have been in reality. It's more for ensuring you have a realistic outlook and are not rushing into such a serious surgery without the proper mentality to be ready to manage it and all of the changes as well as maintenance you will need to care for yourself for a healthy new life.
Meds were honestly no problem for me. After a few weeks post op I was a bit kooky and hormonal. That's where you are honest and open with your surgeon or PCM. Because of absorption meds may have to be tweaked a bit. The key I think is to be honest during your psych eval. Many people struggle with depression just like hypertension or diabetes. Now days it's very common for people to be treated with anti depressants. A good surgeon will know how to help with your treatment.

Don't worry about it. Many of us battle depression and continue to take anti-depressants before, during and after surgery. The psych appointment is just to check that you understand the surgery and all of the implications of the post-op lifestyle changes, assess your level of commitment as it impacts your potential success, determine if you have an appropriate support system in place or have the coping tools to manage on your own and things like that. They are trying to ensure your success, not screen you out since they get paid for surgery and the accompanying program. Some meds may need to be changed depending on the type of surgery you have.
Are you really considering lap band? Many surgeons no longer perform lap band surgery due to the rate of complications and the high failure rate. They are not permanent, you know that, right? Many lap band patients are revised with sleeve surgery or RNY. You might read about their experiences on this forum and others like it before you make a final decision. Good luck!

I just from the monthly Bariatric meetings I go to and it was very supportive.
I've never have heard anyone being really negative about any of the surgeries they've had.
I look forward to going every month and sometimes I go to a second one.
So no problem here.

One of the fishes that we use is Sole and it cooks very quickly wrapped in foil. Spray the foil always with cooking spray so it won't stick to the foil.
Any kind of fillet would work cooking in foil.
I can't remember if shrimp is on the list for soft foods but if it is you can grill them too.

It definately will get better. Don't lose hope. With both surgeries you have put your body through a lot. It's gonna take time to recover.

I'm so sorry melissa, I too was in the hospital I was vomiting from the anesthesia and pain meds. They kept me on an IV but switched me to cream Soup, applesauce, pudding and the vomiting stopped I don't know why I could not tolerate broth, tea,
feel better soon
Kelly

So my tip for pre op is cleaning yourself out day before.. I took 3/4 bottle of Miralax day before surgery (in the morning) .. First surgery where after wards I didn't have Constipation pain or worry about a BM. I started with 1/2 cap full 3 days after surgery and things are going very well. Highly recommend! I take it every day now and wow what a difference in how I feel all around! I'm 6 days post op and down 18 pounds. Hope this helps someone!

I did it alone, no prob. Nurses took good care of me. Mostly slept. Had a friend call and check on me my first nite home, but all was well. Just a little lonely..
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My Surgery is June 16th. I have had several surgeries (unrelated to bypass) in the last few years. You don't need to bring much. They suggest you wear comfortable clothes (or bring a set of comfortable clothes to wear home). Comfortable non-slip shoes. leave valuables, computers, phones, jewelry etc. at home. Bring a list of your meds (the hospital should have told you this at your pre-op appt). If you think you might be bored, you can bring a book, but i wouldnt bring anything you would be afraid to have lost or stolen. There realy isnt anything special you need to bring... the hopsital won't let you take your medications from home, they will make you lock up your valuables, they will dress you in the gown and non-skid socks. Before surgery you wont be able to eat or drink, and when you wake you won't need food from home, or be allowed to eat or drink anything except what they give you.
My suggestion... leave everything except a book and a loved one (for hand holding and a ride home of course) at home. The only thing you need to worry about at the hopsital is you. Good luck and let us know how it goes.