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If your talking about gas. Could last a few days. Walk as much as possible, lay on left side when you can tolerate it, helps to expel gas from your body. Use a heating pad to help with relief

Failing.....you had surgery a MAJOR surgery a few days ago. Most ppl dont have super easy recovery. Days 3 thru 6 can be the worst due to swelling and soreness. Walk, sip and lay on your left side with heating pad to expel some gas. Use gas X. You doing fine. You cant fail at surgery recovery.

I have tricare prime. There is a FB group called weight loss surgery with tricare. Spelled exactly like that. You can ask questions there and Katie will answer. She is a advocate

mckenzie....

We all freak a little. I try not to think about what they will be doing during surgery. I have faith in my surgeon. And I know he will help me and take care of me no matter what happens later. Most do not have problems. If i made it through a open hysterectomy which i had cut opened then this is doable for sure. We are all in this together.

1 hour ago, Cr8nme said:

July 25th here!!! Excited but nervous!

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I feel the same way but still seems far out. I do need to get a few Protein powders for the 1st week. I am July 24

Oh crap... I have comorbidities so i had to stay above 35 BMI. Clocked in finally at 36.1 Did they tell you that you were to low?

My nutritionist did this. Eat or wear something heavy so it's not a issue.

Yes, I think most of us second guess. I have had those thoughts many times. I just know that this is my chance and to use this tool to make my life better. My surgery is not until July 24th

Alot of ppl never do. But I know some that do. But its less. She is at goal weight. She has a drink now and again.

Ppl that are farther out enjoy these. I have made a few friends who still enjoy grilling out and eat. It is a much smaller portion and a healthy side dish.

31 minutes ago, barney116 said:

Just got approved for July 30!

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Congratulations, the count down is on!!!

Mdarnell, Start that diet back. Drink alot of Water to flush out the bad things you ate. I need to get back to lots of water myself. I have to watch what I am eating not to gain weight before surgery. I have NO pre op diet to follow. Its not required

I turned 50 in March. We can still do this. I am going for Tummy Tuck after. I love the beach and plan on spending time there when this is over. My surgery can't come soon enough!!!

5 hours ago, chattycat said:

11 hours ago, Frustr8 said:

And I grow more and more interested . Where in BC my mostest province with memories.? I spent the Bicentennial of Confederation visiting Vancouver,Campbell River and Quadra Island .

My little ears perked up when I heard you were or are there. Where will you have your surgery ? Are you,private pay or going through National/ Provincial Health Schemes? We once had LesleyBari who lived in the Rockies close to Alberta nut was flying to Vancouver for her surgery. Many have wished to visit the Yukon for its wild country,Me, my dream is to someday see the Peace River country for,myself.That was my romantic dream as a teenager and it still lurks in the back of my mind.

I will be having mine in Vancouver as well, covered by our provincial healthcare it’s been a long wait, 3 years......but now it’s just around the corner........

Wow 3 years . Thats a bit of wait for sure. Oh how I wish I had more patience. I will be tapping my foot until my surgery date July 24 and started the process in Feb.

1 hour ago, coco38 said:

My doctor is so opposite he is not very friendly. Or just say not a people person. Did go over anything with me about the surgery I had to ask all the questions was not volunteered. It’s yo Kate to switch surgeons. I know a lot of women that had him. He is highly recommended but that’s the only thing they say he not a people person. And I love to talk. So I’m excited about my surgery also. I know it’s going to be work but I’m excited to see my body go through the different stages while losing the weight

You can change surgeons but make sure you dont have to redo your program or all the things you have completed. I got lucky with my surgeon. I am a military spouse and having this done on a military base. I had no choice in surgeon. He is just a great man. He is big on hugs too. Take care of you.

1 hour ago, islandgirl2016 said:

I’m having my sleeve done July 24, 2018

Yay same day. Good luck. I am having mine in Georgia. You?

Hello, yall

Found out today I am also a July sleever. Scheduled for July 24th. My surgeons only concern was my anxiety. Understanding I am on a military base and they can see all your records and meds going back years. So he wrote me a script to take daily. And I will do so. I love love my surgeon. He gives out his cell number and actually answers. Hahaha. I am beyond excited. The count down is on. And no preop diet. Looking for a surgery buddy!!!!

My nutritionist recommends bean broth. Its broth so its not a problem. See how well its sits with your stomach.

Your full of Water. Someone ask this every week. Every surgery or hospital stay with a IV will show Fluid retention in most of us especially the ladies. 5 days.. 5 days... relax aittle about immediate weightloss

Its the milk or magnesia still working. Seriously it should stop. Maybe switch to Miralax once daily. Have you gone to the restrooms alot with diarrhea or just once or twice. I wouldn't be to concerned since you took a laxative.

I will find out my surgery date next week. It will be end of July or early August. 1st Pre op appt next Thursday with Dr Blair in Fort Stewart, Georgia. Excited to find out.

I am glad your doing better with you in take of fluids and pain. I heard day 3 can be rough and actually 3 to 6 can be hard. Hopefully you turned the corner.

Wow, you look just marvelous. Congrats. You a great inspiration.

Did you call the dr? You need to GO to the ER if there's not another option.

Welcome