Hey guys, I'm 24 hours out of the hospital and feel like I may have over done it. Can you take in too much liquid? In about an hours time I've had 3/4 cup mixed veggie/chicken broth 4 ounces grape juice and a banana popsicle...all the liquid goes right through right? I'm feeling very full.

I can't answer you question because I don't have my surgery until December 29, 2006. But I was so excited to see that you used the same Dr I am going to use. I would be interested in hearing how things go for you?

Did you go on the all liquid diet before the surgery? I am on it right now and tonight has been very hard for me. I am very hungry.

I think it's great that you can get all that liquid in. Maybe you should squeeze some water in there too. If it's filling you up and you feel good, then keep drinking. That's awesome.

Thanks for the replies. Yvette, yes I did use Dr. Land. He is very soft spoken and on the quiet side. When the nurses had me almost prepped and ready he came in and was "all business". He did answer my questions. My surgery lasted almost 2 hours, and I was kinda surprised at that. But, if it took that for my wounds to look as good as they do...no problems. He used only glue to close me back up and although I bruise very easily, I have very little bruising. I've also had nearly no gas pains! He prescribed liquid Vicoden and that's worked well. I was up a lot yesterday and think I over did it a little bit. Slept through the entire night last night and just wore up about an hour ago, so I'm really sore this a.m. The folks at Memorial are angels in people clothing They were so sweet and kind to me and my family. Hope this helps and keep in touch either on here or you can email me at meadowviewstbl@aol.com