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Sleeved on the 4th. Right there with you, but have read this is totally normal. As more activity is tolerated, more weight will come off.

Any recommendations? I normally take Alka-seltzer cold/flu effervescent tablets. Obviously those are out after VSG.

I got a nice soft shirt and pj/sweat bottoms. Also some comfy nonslip slippers. Depending on what your doc does (for instance I wasn't cath'd and didn't have a halter monitor) you may or may not be able to change. For me-as soon as I was able to change-that alone made me feel better. The nurses even commented that my mood seemed better once I was in my own clothes even though I ended up staying an extra night. I didn't go crazy though...just a simple v-neck and loose pants. Didn't spend more than $20

I'm currently 5 days post op. I've been on the stage 1 liquid only diet. Is it normal to not have a BM?

https://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-elastic-abdominal-support?gclid=CjwKEAjwlKLHBRDztKr6wMnRthMSJAALcT-s5ZhRvOuShDv8bkXHPGFlK1c3394usXGEv_kHZeDDJhoCod_w_wcB it was a God send after my hysterectomy-and it's really allowing me to lay and sit comfortably after this surgery as well.

I had a belly binder from my hysterectomy-it has been a blessing. I'm 4d post op with a vsg. I'm a side sleeper and I couldn't find it my first 2 days home. Found it today and it's allowed me to really be comfortable while napping.

Right there with you. Also done on 4/4. I ended up staying an extra day over the 1 night my doc predicted. And even now, I'm still just wiped out. Force 2-3 small sips every few minutes you're awake, and sleep when you need to. At least that's what I was told on discharge.