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Hi all. I was a March 1st and the first two days were rough for me. The gas was bad but not awful. But the pain was rough. I really couldn’t do water but watered down Gatorade worked much better. Ice pops were really helpful. At no point did I have narcotics - which was probably why the pain was bad. I’m on a mixture of Tylenol, gabapentin and some other type of pain neuro something or other. I thought I made a mistake yesterday but today I’m much more clear headed. Heating pad helped a ton too. Thanks for that suggestion. Hope all of you are doing well.

I haven't but I will try anything! Even if it gives me hives! I'm just trying to find some alternate solutions. Post-op will be hard enough with the protein shakes but I will get those down because i have to. My allergy only produces mild hives and discomfort.

Thank you @Mattymatt for sharing. This post was so helpful to me, as were all of the responses. I am slated to have surgery Thursday, and I didn't know if I could keep it off. I don't want to fail at this. I feel like I've been on a diet my whole life and keeping it off has always been an issue. Another issue I have is that I am allergic to many artificial sweeteners. Which makes some diet food literally painful to eat - especially drink. And I just don't think it is realistic that I will only drink water for the rest of my life. I am trying to take this step for myself, but I am terrified. I really do appreciate all of you that post regularly. I read through all the time and I've found a lot of support here. I'm hoping I can do this.

This is my very first post but March 1st here. It’s almost time! I’m completely nervous and excited all at once. This board has been really helpful to me in my journey so thanks to all that post.