Hi everyone, I'm seeking advice, new friends, support groups, im in the Houston area. My surgery is in 4 days and I'm excited, scared, and nervous. I'm so happy I found this forum, feel free to give me any advice:)

Welcome! Everyone here is so nice. Feel free to ask anything here. So far the best advice in general would be to get shaker bottles and a protein powder that you like. And if you want, a crystal light or mio flavor too. They will be your best friends!

Prepare for the gas pain/pressure. It is HORRIBLE and no one told me about it prior to surgery. My surgery was 7/18/12, other than the gas issue everything was fine. Also getting the fluids in is a lot harder than you think.

Prepare for the gas pain/pressure. It is HORRIBLE and no one told me about it prior to surgery. My surgery was 7/18/12' date=' other than the gas issue everything was fine. Also getting the fluids in is a lot harder than you think.[/quote']

How long did the gas pain/pressure continue? Did you take anything for that pain?

Welcome! Everyone here is so nice. Feel free to ask anything here. So far the best advice in general would be to get shaker bottles and a Protein powder that you like. And if you want' date=' a crystal light or mio flavor too. They will be your best friends![/quote']

What powders and shakes would you suggest?

The best way to expel the gas is by walkin. The sooner you can get out of bed the better. I had surgery in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada and the nurse forced me out of bed a few hours after surgery to try and walk.

I was still too dizzy so I tried again later. I kept walkin around the hospital as much as I could.

Oh and a heating pad is good for gas pain too as your waiting for it to expel. It can travel to odd areas like your shoulders.

I am having a hard time with Protein drinks. I wouldn't buy too many because you might not like the taste after surgery. I was drinking premier nutrition from costco but I find them so heavy after surgery that I barely drink them. I have purchased three

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I bought 3 other powders that I can't stand. They are too chalky and thick. My friend gave me a sample of Isopure from the US which is more like a clear juice...koolaid. I like it better. You guys have way more Protein drink options in the States.

Best of luck with your surgery.

Prepare for the gas pain/pressure. It is HORRIBLE and no one told me about it prior to surgery. My surgery was 7/18/12' date=' other than the gas issue everything was fine. Also getting the fluids in is a lot harder than you think.[/quote']

Hey ! We're 1 day apart

How long did the gas pain/pressure continue? Did you take anything for that pain?

Today was the first day I woke up without any gas pain or pressure. So it lasted about 5 days. I was taking the soft gel gas x and I don't think it could absorb fast enough. Yesterday I switched to the chewable and I think that did the trick. You'll be SO happy when you can and do have a bowel movement. The heating pad did work the first few days. I would sit in a rocking chair with it.

I have unjury Protein powder, I loved it pre-op. I add protein tomorrow so I'll see if I can still handle it.

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That's great. I was looking for a buddy. How are you feeling?

So upset guys:( At the last minute my surgeon decided he is more comfortable doing the sleeve, but my insurance didn't approve the sleeve only the bypass and lapband,. My surgeon feels I should weigh more, I'm 5ft2 250, Now I have to find a new surgeon, at least I don't have to do everything over since I'm already approved, my surgery was scheduled for tomorrow and he waited to yesterday to change me to the sleeve, I'm so bummed out:(

So upset guys:( At the last minute my surgeon decided he is more comfortable doing the sleeve' date=' but my insurance didn't approve the sleeve only the bypass and lapband,. My surgeon feels I should weigh more, I'm 5ft2 250, Now I have to find a new surgeon, at least I don't have to do everything over since I'm already approved, my surgery was scheduled for tomorrow and he waited to yesterday to change me to the sleeve, I'm so bummed out:(

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I'm sorry to hear that. Don't be discouraged. I actually thought about getting the sleeve but my insurance wouldn't cover it either. the insurance requires a BMI of 50, mine is 40. Therefore it seems I would have to weigh more to get the sleeve not weigh more to get the bypass. I am confused by your doctor's decision.

So upset guys:( At the last minute my surgeon decided he is more comfortable doing the sleeve' date=' but my insurance didn't approve the sleeve only the bypass and lapband,. My surgeon feels I should weigh more, I'm 5ft2 250, Now I have to find a new surgeon, at least I don't have to do everything over since I'm already approved, my surgery was scheduled for tomorrow and he waited to yesterday to change me to the sleeve, I'm so bummed out:(

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Sorry for the language, but I'm down right pissed off at your surgeon. But lets look at the brighter side. I would rather he tell you he wasnt comfortable with it, then to get in there and mess something up. I'm thinking he wants to do the sleeve because it may be a easier procedure for him. Also if he's the type of doctor to do that to you last minute, you probably needed a new surgeon anyway.

Just think of it as a stepping stone to get on a better path. Go on obesityhelp.com and search for a new surgeon and read the reviews.

Best of luck. We are a team here and it will all work out for your benefit.

Today was the first day I woke up without any gas pain or pressure. So it lasted about 5 days. I was taking the soft gel gas x and I don't think it could absorb fast enough. Yesterday I switched to the chewable and I think that did the trick. You'll be SO happy when you can and do have a bowel movement. The heating pad did work the first few days. I would sit in a rocking chair with it.

I have powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder' date=' I loved it pre-op. I add protein tomorrow so I'll see if I can still handle it.[/quote']

A few people have suggested that Protein powder. I have heard your taste buds can change after the surgery. Let me know how you handle it Post op

Hope your search for a new doctor is going well. I started drinking my protein shakes again and they are still amazingly good to me. I also can tell my body is craving the protein. When I wake up in the morning, I feel sluggish until I get my protein. After drinking it I'm fine. So Unjury still gets my votes. I'm ordering 3 more tubs later.

Welcome to the group.

Your surgeon suck! You don't do that at the last minute.