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ChrisInGalveston

Gastric Bypass Patients
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About ChrisInGalveston

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  1. I had asked the nutrition people with my doctor and they said pickle juice was ok. Since the objective was ketosis the pickle juice wasn't interfering with that. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  2. ChrisInGalveston

    What's everyone's weightless so far?

    I was 347 when this began at my surgeon's office in May. I was 321 on the same scale 1 week pre op. Today was 1 week post op and I am 303. Target for me is 240. 6'6"tall. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  3. ChrisInGalveston

    Any RN's on here?

    I am an RN, but I just got my bypass. I am wondering how I will get enough Water during my shift. The manager keeps making us put our water in a back cubby where it is largely inaccessible. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  4. ChrisInGalveston

    How much water per hour

    My instructions for my post hospital phase (full liquid) is a MINIMUM of 16 oz per day. The goal is up to 64 oz of NON-caloric fluids. So you don't count Protein or any other fluids. Just non-calorie fluids. My protein goal is 60-80 grams per day. I am hoping I can get to the bottom of that limit today. I have a variety of Proteins available. The instructions for drinking Water are 2 ounces per 15 minutes so the maximum would be 8 oz. per hour. I am not making it that fast yet evey hour. Six oz, yes, if not drinking protein.
  5. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Since I was up and walking and tolerating fluids I was cleared to come home last night. I've been conservative on intake but got ambitious with walking. I did 30 minutes all at once around several blocks from my house and back. Re-awakened a lot of soreness. Keep it calm and steady. Chew-able vitamins are HUGE! Took those slow. Ordinary meds in Oikos Triple Zero need to be stirred in to hide the foul flaovr after they are crushed or opened. It's all learning.
  6. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Took the big walk, all over the three nursing stations. The LiquaCel wasn't terrible. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  7. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Finally cleared to start drinking. 2 ounces of Water every 15 min. Working my incentive spirometer, too. I will try the Liqua Cel next hour. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  8. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Passed the test. The radiologist showed me a still from the flouroscopy. My actual stomach is now tiny. Waiting on orders so I can start drinking. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  9. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    No, they said it would make me more thirsty. I am more awake this morning. I did 6 laps of the hospital floor. They are going to get my catheter out in a few minutes. Sent from the BariatricPal App I had my surgery this morning too. Apparently they did my leak test while I was in surgery??? I've been drinking Water, broth and tea since I woke up. Very small sips but so far so good. Love my pain meds too. I've walked twice to the bathroom with not too much discomfort. Best wishes to everyone! Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App I am still waiting for that test. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  10. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Post op. Have already been up for my first walk. My belly is sore, but dry mouth may be worse. Tomorrow a gastrograph and we can see if I can start taking liquids. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  11. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Thank you. At the hospital. Shutting down my phone. Sent from the BariatricPal App
  12. ChrisInGalveston

    October Surgery Buddies

    Off to the hospital for my procedure. Operating time 7:45 am.
  13. ChrisInGalveston

    OCTOBER GBs where are you?!?!

    @@momto3E Thank you!
  14. ChrisInGalveston

    Ugh! I'm starving

    I have them now and it's less than 24 hours before my surgery!
  15. ChrisInGalveston

    OCTOBER GBs where are you?!?!

    24 hours from now I will be post-op. In my room. Surgery in Webster, TX.

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