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So...it kinda doesn't matter whether you "want" to drink Water or Protein. Its not about what you want to do at this point. It's your medicine, you have to do it. If you were taking care of a small child who didn't want to take their medicine for days, I am pretty sure you would find a way to make it happen. Sounds like you did not experiment with unflavored protein yet. Try GENEPRO, you can get it on Amazon. A very small scoop has 30g of protein, you can mix it right into that apple juice you're drinking, you won't even taste it. I have tried a lot of Proteins, and the Genepro amazes me on how easily it mixes into tea, cold drinks, pudding, anything at all. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'll try to remember your questions:

You look terrific! Great progress. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am not on purées yet, but based on how quickly I drink I am worried about this, too. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

No, I honestly don't think so. But all that matters is what your doctor says. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

If you don't even know if you are getting in your fluids and Protein, does that mean you are not keeping track? Like on paper or an app? We can't guesstimate what we're doing in the early stages, the stakes are way too high. You didn't work do hard to get through pre-op and surgery to let things slip now bc you weren't tracking the ONLY things we're supposed to be tracking: liquid, protein, exercise. And I fear that crunchy sunflower seeds are far far down the line. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App If you don't even know if you are getting in your fluids and protein, does that mean you are not keeping track? Like on paper or an app? We can't guesstimate what we're doing in the early stages, the stakes are way too high. You didn't work so hard to get through pre-op and surgery to let things slip now bc you weren't tracking the ONLY things we're supposed to be tracking: liquid, protein, exercise. And I fear that crunchy sunflower seeds are far far down the line. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Wonderful news! It will be here before you know it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Had a 7 week wait til first avail surgeon appt at the program I wanted. First surgeon appt July 14, RNY on August 18. My insurance only required BMI over 40 and psych eval, but my surgeon/program had me extremely busy for a month with many many tests, psych eval, barium swallow, endoscopy, nutrition and pre-op classes. It was a part-time job for a month, honestly! But they were working to get me in BC if I couldn't be healed and back at work by Sept 15, I would need to wait til April. And I asked them to pls see if we could make it work. And it all worked out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes, I had my RNY on August 18th, and my stomach was gurgling like crazy for the first full week, just started slowing down on Day 8 post-op. I decided it was my stomach yelling "What the f*** is going on here???!!!!" Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

You are stunning! You did so much good, hard work. Be proud! P.S: I also think you look very happy and fun in your "Before" photo, too! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Wow, SO MANY of my favorite BariatricPal RNYers replied....you guys are the BEST. Can't wait for all the year will bring, and I look forward to learning more from you all. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

You look adorable and HAPPY!!!!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am so sorry you are having a hard time. I am newly post op so I get how hard it is to get it all in. You say you are not thirsty or hungry and I believe you completely.....but, it doesn't matter if you're thirsty or hungry, you hAve to get something in. My surgeon said the first month is like the first month with a newborn, except with WLS the newborn is your new tiny stomach. It doesn't know what it needs or wants, and it can't get what it wants without you. This is one of those times where, you just have to start doing it, whatever you truly can, not what your non-existent thirst and hunger are telling you. Could you start with just half an ounce, or a tablespoon of any clear liquid, every 15 min? You can even take 3 tiny sips to get that tablespoon in if you need to, you don't have to gulp. Or how about you let one sugar free Popsicle melt in your mouth every hour? Please try something new, don't give up, or you're going to wind up in the hospital very soon. You're feeling dizzy bc you are already dehydrated, don't let this progress, please. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

First, I want to say a heartfelt thank you to all of you who so kindly answered my many questions and concerns before my RNY on August 18th. And a special helping of good karma to those who helped talk me off the ledge as I drove myself bat-**** crazy while making the decision between RNY or the sleeve. For those of you who are considering RNY, and are worried about the recovery, I can only speak for my experience but.....the recovery was so much easier than what I had been imagining. Now, surgery day and the first full day of post-op were no party, not a lot of fun. But nothing unbearable, nothing that I couldn't get through with good nurses and pain meds. I got to my room at 2:00 pm, and by 4:30 I was walking laps (slowly, slowly) around the nurses station. First full day post op I mainly felt like I was achey everywhere and coming down with the flu....not the case at all, but for the next few days I got that "flu" feeling every night around 7pm until I went to sleep; I think that's how my body reacts to being pushed to its healing limits. Never had a fever, never threw up. Discharged after one night, which felt a little fast, but I was walking, using the bathroom, had pain under control. Truth is I slept better once I got home, by far. Only regret so far? I wish that over the past several years as I considered weight loss surgery, I wish I had not focused so much on the horror stories floating around the Internet on WLSurgeries-gone-wrong. I wish I had attended a surgery seminar much, much sooner. I wish I had fully considered the real statistics more than the oh-no-what-ifs. But, I guess I got here as soon as I could. I know this is my positive experience, and that some people experience bumps right away. I also recognize I will likely have bumps as I move through the years. But still, already.....I feel great about my decision. In the end, all you can do is choose the best surgical team you can possibly find, listen to every instruction they give you, and do your best (and only you know what your best is) to comply with all their directives, no excuses. I am so glad to finally be here. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Which brand of probiotics do you use? Is there something specific we should look for when reading those labels? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Sounds fantastic! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey there! I also had Dr. Yoo, and he was terrific. I also thought that their new fellows are pretty terrific too. I worked several times w Dr. Alvarez (a fellow) and he was great with a perfect bedside manner. I can't say enough good things about the program, and my care at the hospital from check in to being wheelchair-ed out. Do you have a pre-op and surgery date yet? I will be at the next Support Group Meeting in September, decided to pass on tonight bc I'm only 5 days post-op. I am really, really pleased with my decision to have the bypass, and Dr. Yoo definitely helped me get there. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Had my RNY yesterday, everything went super smoothly, only real issue I have is the gas. Man, this gas is not a minor thing, I have a whole new appreciation for anyone suffering from gas chronically (and little babies with gas, it can REALLY hurt!) Trying to stay ahead of the pain too.?Too tired to write more, will touchback later. Thanks for your guidance and support these past few pre-op months.? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Arrive at hospital at 7:30, RNY surgery at 9:30!!! Today is finally here!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations! Which surgery are you having? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I believe Duke accepts patients who have had bad outcomes from other doctors and who need revision. They are top notch. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

You are incredibly inspiring, but in addition to your transformative weight loss.....you are a very gifted writer. You need to write, Abby!!! Tomorrow is my RNY and I will think of you and your success as I drive to the hospital in the morning. Thank you for all you do here. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

@ .... What an incredibly swift weight loss!! To what do you attribute your success? How did you lose so much so quickly? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks, dkmohr, you are right. Finally got through to my NUT and she said no clear Proteins, so I am just sticking with broth, Water, tea. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Left 2 voice messages and sent an email to my NUT, no response. Anyone know the answer to my question, pls? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App