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Oh good! I would just keep making sure that your lungs don’t get worse. Has anyone had any pain on their right side as well? It feels like muscle soreness on both sides.

Hey all! I’m a big huge worry wart and have been constantly worrying about a leak. For those who have had it or have done a lot of research, what were your symptoms? How many of you are worried about a leak as well? Thanks!!

Did they have you do breathing exercises after surgery? I’m a little sore in the ribcage when I breathe deeply as well. I contribute that to the soreness my lungs felt after they took the tube out. Have you been passing gas regularly?

Thanks so much for the advice!! [emoji177] I’m glad I’m not the only one in the same boat and you made me feel sooo much better about the fluid intake! I feel like with this surgery I will take moderation! I know that once I can I will let myself take small bites of things now and then because if I don’t then I will end up going crazy! When were you sleeved? [emoji4] so glad things have been going good for you!

This might be a little tmi, but how has all of your visits to the bathroom been? Has the liquid diet changed how often you go?

That’s great! I’m so excited for that too! I have been having extreme lightheadedness since my surgery. Hoping once I make the switch to full liquids I’ll be better. Right now I’m only doing clear liquids with one protein shake a day until Friday.

I’m so sorry! I heard that some people have different taste buds after surgery! Luckily I haven’t experienced any of that yet but there is still a chance it could happen once I switch to actual food!

How long did you stay on protein shakes? How did the protein shakes and switch to puréed go for you? [emoji4]

I am extremely scared of the possibility of leaks and freaked out for a full day after taking that bite of an egg, worried I would cause complications. Trust me, I am taking it very seriously.

I’m not eating solid foods, it was a teeny tiny bite of an egg, not even a centimeter! I know I shouldn’t have and I’m definitely making sure to stick to full liquids only! I’m taking this seriously. I’ve been sticking to protocol and making sure to be in contact with the nutritionist and surgeon. I appreciate your concern

Thanks everyone! I went to the doctor and got my vitals checked and it was all normal, so I’m guessing it’s lack of calories! I’m getting a good amount of fluid in because my pee is clear. Thank god I stopped taking my bp meds because it was normal today!

Sure. It included two nights in a hospital and then one night in a hotel. There was a valet st the hospital at all times that spoke fluent English. Most of the nurses knew English, some was broken but I never had an issue communicating with them. The hospital was super clean. I was never in any pain while I was there and the nurses were really attentive. There was also always a doctor there on staff. I met the surgeon who spoke fluent English and also the nutritionist who gave me a goodie bag with some Powerade and coconut water, and broth for the hotel stay. After the hospital, the valet took us to the hotel and took us around Tijuana to see the markets and the beach. We had to pay for the uber to take us there but the valet translated for us and showed us where to go. Also the doctor made a hotel visit to make sure that I was healing okay. Overall they were really attentive and it was as good if not better care than the United States.

Hey all! I’ve been having gas pains like many but dizziness and lightheadedness. It started two days post op and usually gets worse at night. Could it be due to lack or calories? should I be worried? Thanks all!

Thanks so much for your concern and advice! I’m definitely staying on liquids for the full time- I am a little scared of going to solid food lol!

I’m so sorry about your constipation! I’m lucky in that aspect that I haven’t had any issues with that. It’s definitely been an adjustment but I’m getting used to sipping! Have you been having any issues with dizziness and fatigue? I have noticed that since I’ve been on the pre op liquid diet!