TerryC

Day 10 post op - doing well - tired of the liquid diet ... But staying strong...!! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Update - home today - seems I am not having any trouble getting fluids in- however too much milk of magnesia at the hospital has given my the runs... So once I work past that I will update everyone! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Agreed!! I'd rather be safe than sorry and the benefits long term will be life changing!! Staying positive!! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Suggested I stay an extra night and also the possibility of sending social worker to my house to give me IV fluids for 5 days post-op. Since I am well aware of my condition I think I will be more focused on getting the Water in - but from what I have been reading - it seems to be tough to do for some... Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Surgery is 2/22 - concerned about Fluid intake - anyone else have the surgery with one kidney and any suggestions? Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Surgery is 2/22 - I am 63 and doing this alone... Any suggestions? Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

I too am doing this alone too - 63 and a widow. My surgery is the 22nd. On day 8 of liquid diet. My concern is I have one kidney and am afraid I won't get enough Water... I did get the pill crusher - picked meds up already but still need the small blender. I bought an electric chair too for a prior surgery and it was a lifesaver when alone!! Sent from my iPad using BariatricPal

Is this thread still active? Had my first consult last week, psych eval 8/5... Seeing Dr Chen, banner Gateway.