Hi, Im Bob. Im from Greensburg Pa.(30 miles east of Pittsburgh) and having surgery in Pittsburgh Pa. on March 3rd. I would greatly appreciate if someone could tell me what to have on hand before and especially imediately post-op,Gas-x strips, Heating pad, protien powder etc. Thanks and good luck to all.

good luck on your journey, bob!!

i was pretty lucky, i didn't have any gas pain but the strips would be good to have just in case. don't be shy with taking the pain meds either. they give them to you for a reason!! Protein shakes are a must as well as non-creamy Soups. i had a small pillow that i clutched when getting up or sitting down... it helped with the pulling sensation near the incision sites.

and lots of rest!!