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DianaS
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Has anyone experienced ringing in the ears? It's driving me nuts!
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Wow, what in the world is the matter with me? I am 9 days post op and chewed on a piece of chicken enchilada. Of course I basically diluted it in my mouth, but now I'm so scared. Rightly so.
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Awesome! Congratulations!
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Dear Malvo12 and Cardinal55, What a comfort to know I'm not alone. Thank you for your response as it's so hard to be patient. Especially when each day feels like a week! I will give it another few days before jumping ahead in my thoughts. I know this surgery was a blessing and I want to do my very best at being successful. You are such an inspiration. I will follow one step behind you. Thanks. DianaS
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Hi, I am so glad to have found this site. This has been a God-send. Reading all of your comments has helped me tremendously - Thanks. I am only 4 days post-op, but still feeling so tight in my chest. I burp all the time and occasionaly have shoulder pain. Is this all normal? I can barley drink liquid without feeling miserable. I think I'm drinking approx 2-3cups of Water a day, About 1/2 C sf Jello a day and am getting about 4-6 g protein(shake) a day. This is much tougher than I ever anticipated. I'm a mom of 3 kids, so I have to keep my energy levels up somehow to still be mommy. So far I've lost 13 lbs, but I'm sure it's all water weight. Please Help! Gratefully, DianaS
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Hi Maranda, that's great news! I am only 4 days post op and still can barley tolerate liquids. In fact, I'm having a tough time with my Protein shakes and can't chew my Vitamins yet. But I think this will pass, right? Congratulations. Look forward to hearing more of your success, as it's such an encouragement for those of us right behind you. DianaS
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Thank you for your answer - I was beginning to worry. Although the doctor assured me that it will pass in a few days, I am now on day 4 and still no sign this gas and swelling will ever go away. I am burping like a drunken sailor! It's annoying, painful and embarrassing. I can't seem to drink Protein shakes or take my Vitamins yet, because it feels like it gets stuck and hurts like crazy. Is this also normal? Thanks for your reply. DianaS