MN_Meg770

I’m doing so-so...the protein shakes are nasty. I’m having a hard time getting them in. I need to do better for sure. I have my pre-op physical tomorrow. Last step before the surgery! How’s it going for you?

We are having surgery on the same day! We will have to keep in touch! Megan

Nice job!! I have 11days left on this liquid diet. I won’t lie- this is tough! Food commercials are evil!! (:

I’m grossed out drinking the premier protein-ugh. I’m having a really hard time on the pre-surgery liquid diet. You said you think the protein shakes Body Fortress tastes better? thanks!! Megan

I started pre-surgery on Monday also Mine is 7/23. I’m in Minnesota. How about you?

This was me too today!! This liquid diet and no coffee is so tough!! I tried the premiere protein strawberry shake- gagged me. Hope this gets a little easier. Hope you woke up more today (: Megan

Awesome!! Congrats getting through this huge step!!

Hi Chrissy!! My RNY is scheduled for 7/23. Hope you get some decent rest tonight and that everything goes smoothly tomorrow! Sending positive vibes your way (: keep us posted on your progress. Megan

Best of luck to you!! Sending good vibes your way! Keep us posted if you’re up for it tomorrow

I just tried the Premier Strawberries & Cream - NASTY! I am discouraged already and this is only liquid diet day one! I am starving...diabetic to boot!

Hi, I have Multiple Sclerosis and am scheduled to have gastric bypass on July 23. I have messages in to my surgeon and neurologist because am worried my MS med, Gilenya won’t be absorbed correctly after the surgery. Anyone else out there that has MS and had/having weight loss surgery? Any advice is appreciated! Megan

Hi all, I am very worried that the RNY surgery will not allow me to correctly absorb my oral med for Multiple Sclerosis. Without this med my MS could worsen and the advanced forms of MS could be horrible. I left a message for my surgeon on Friday about my concerns. I’m waiting to hear his response and I’m so scared he’s going to tell me to not have the surgery now. Are medications as much of an issue as vitamins and minerals due to potential malabsorption? Thanks! Megan

Great idea! Thanks!

That’s a great idea for the pureed stage! I’m going to mark that down to remember!

Thank you so much!! You must have a bright daughter!! PharmD is an impressive, great career! My medicine is called Gilenya. I’m not sure if it’s immediate release but I think it is because there are no initials after it like Cr or Xr. I would have thought the surgeon would say something about it at my previous appointment, but maybe it didn’t occur to him that this could be an issue. Thanks for your reply and offer!! Megan

I too was taken off the wellbutrin xl and switched to immediate release. She told me to take 1.5 100 mg at bfast and dinner. I never thought about the issue of malabsorption ): Not sure I could handle that!

Congrats on your courage to move through this process and have the rny! I like St. Joes Best of luck on your journey!

Can we take anti-diarrhea meds? This is terrifying!!

Where are you? Gorgeous !

My gastric bypass is a little over 3 weeks away and I’m starting to get freaked out a little. I keep thinking about the foods I love that I’ll never get to enjoy again. I’m worried that food will get stuck and I’ll have to throw up or go to the hospital. I’m scared I’ll never enjoy a meal again. Are these fears logical or things I should be worrying about? Thanks all. Megan

Congrats!! Great to hear you’re doing so well!!

What is the pill to prevent stones? I get kidney stones and am concerned about them coming back after surgery. Thanks!

Thank you Kevin! I am re-focusing on the positives now as much as possible. Once in a while fears creep in - I am sure you remember.

So glad the surgery went well. Other than the gas pain how are you feeling? How long did your surgery take? Hope you’re doing ok!

That’s great that you have the insider info. on hospitals. I work for a hospital system but in an office setting.