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I had partial gastrectomy with RNY September 8 for diabetic gastroparesis. Was only on liquids 24 hrs before and then of course nothing from midnight on. LOL. I remember nothing. I woke up at midnight after surgery, went for a walk and drank some Water. I took a total of two pain pills both days in hospital and regular Tylenol after that. Since surgery, I've had good days and some not so good days. I stick to mostly liquids and still take zofran for nausea a couple times a week. Overall, I'm doing better than before surgery. Best of luck

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Adult coloring books.< /p>

It is a great stress reliever in between homework and papers.

Stress reliever? I can sit for hours trying to figure out what colors to use.

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Don't want to discourage you but I've been unable to work for 18 months and am still struggling to get disability. I too, am diabetic and have dealt with multiple complications. Good luck.

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Hi I am Darrell. My story is a little different. I got diagnosed with gastroparesis and within a month i had gastric-bypass. I had no counseling, no information about what life would be like afterwards. I am about 100 pounds overweight so the weight loss will be great, but that was not my primary reason for getting the surgery. I had one visit with a nutritionist. It seems that most of you had a lengthy process to go through to get your surgery. I am 12 days post op and really nervous about what the future holds. Has anyone had any type of similar situation?

Hi Darrell. I'm six week post RNY for diabetic gastro paresis. I hAd the same issues as you. I have good days and some not so good. In the hospital, before discharge, I asked the nurse practitioner what to expect dietary wise and she actually went back to the office and brought me a copy of their practices teaching guide.

I've got about 50 lbs to lose and am losing it slowly. I drink two Premier Protein shakes and a small meal daily. Some days it's just the shakes. And lots of water! I live in Arizona so drink more than the minimum.

Thefolks on thi board are wonderful, but not a replacement for your doctors guidance.

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I use Ross,Marshalls, and a second hand store, and the sales racks everywhere! I only buy one or two pair of pants as needed. Am down to a size 14 from 20-22. I haven't been able to work since May '15 so don't need an extensive wardrobe. I have LOTS of stretch pant and leggings work really well for me.

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Pork loin! Throw the meat in the crockpot, add two packages au jus mix, cover with Water and let it go! It's usually on high for five to six hours, then low until dinner time. Shreds easily and is great for tacos, bbq sandwiches, etc. usually lasts us (family of 5) a couple of days.

We also do frozen or fresh chicken the same way but with chicken stock instead of au jus. Sometimes my sister will add green chili to both but my niece won't eat if she can see them.

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@LisaMergs. I'm only 6 weeks out and haven't tried steak yet. I soooo hope I can tolerate steak when the time comes. I'm really a carnivore at heart. I feel your pain!

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I read somewhere here that it's to decrease the size of the liver and make access easier. Don't quote me on that. Lol. I didn't have to do it myself. It was barely two weeks from my first visit to the surgeon and the actual surgery. I sometimes wish it had been longer though. I would have weaned myself off Diet Coke, tried to walk more and practiced eating small meals.

Overall, I can't complain. I've lost twenty pounds and overall feel pretty good really.

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I'm five weeks post RNY for diabetic gastroparesis. I've been happy with the results so far. I was amazed at how little pain I had given the extent of my surgery. I'm down 14 lbs and tolerating two Protein shakes and a small meal each day. Have had some nausea but nothing like pre op. Best of luck!

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I too, had a fairly large hiatal hernia. My doc found it during surgery and did the repair. I noticed a vague tightness just below my sternum. No pain really. Was up walking 6 hours post op. Only took two pain pills post op. I was lucky not to have much gas pain.

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Worst part for me was the IV start. I'm a tough stick too. Be sure to tell your pre op nurse. Maybe they will start a smaller size....that's what worked for me. Good luck! PS I slept through the whole thing. Didn't even have a sore throat.

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I had a banquet to attend 4 weeks post op. I scraped the sauce off the chicken breast, cut everything on the plate really small and just ate some of the chicken. With everything cut small, you couldn't tell if I ate anything at all. I also skipped the cheesecake for dessert. Even my sister thought I ate way more than I did.

Sorry, should have mentioned I am post RNY 9/8/16

Mary

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Potatoes! It makes me sad because I love potatoes. Doesn't matter how they are prepared, they make me soo sick.

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I have 5. Left, mid abdomen is the second largest. Umbilical is the largest. With the 3 they used for my gallbladder, I have a lopsided smiley face!

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Please see or speak with your doctor as early as possible. This symptom does not appear to be related to your WLS. There are too many possible causes from simple to serious, to mention.

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VSG is NOT a magic pill. It will NOT change your eating habits. Having had gastric reduction and RNY because of ILLNESS I have serious concerns about the thought process expressed in your post. I hope you get the help you need.

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I forgot they put the scopolamine patch on in OR. They blur my vision terribly and effect my balance. I "accidentally " removed it as soon as I was aware postop.

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I took emend prep, the night before surgery. I also got scheduled zofran IV post op in the hospital and zofran ODTs (dissolvable) for use at home. My perception of nausea is totally different than prep.

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Upper endoscopy, also called EGD, is done to visualize the anatomy of the esophagus, stomach and first segment of the small bowel, the duodenum. Hiatal hernia, ulcers,and other abnormalities that may complicate or prevent safe surgery can be found. A pH study is usually done to detect acid reflux.

Hope this helps. Mary

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My sister is in Rocky Point (Puerto Penasco) this weekend and is going to checkout prices etc. Will report back next week.

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Just wondering if anyone has purchased Vitamins in Mexico and/or if there was a significant cost difference. I'm only a little over an hour from the border and wondering if it might be worth the trip.

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Per my surgeon, the risk of dying during bariatric surgery is LESS than dying during gallbladder removal. Don't be afraid to ask the surgeons this question, it is part of informed consent!

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I did it my way. Sung by either Elvis or Frank Sinatra.

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Pretty much what I took. I have a small square travel pillow that is perfect size for supporting my belly for turning and coughing. Also found that a mouth spray was invaluable when I couldn't drink anymore but my mouth was so dry and throat so sore. I never did use my tablet but checked email and answered a few texts on my phone. My sister was the designated contact and information disseminator.

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Really don't like autocorrect sometimes. The med is biscodyl. Teeny, tiny tablets.

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