Hi all those having their surgery in September 2012.

I am set for the 25 th

I have done about half my pre op requirements

Psychiatric evaluation - check

EGD / colonoscopy - check

sleep study- check

Cardiology clearence- check

GI consult- check

Pre op education program - 1 class to go

Final doctor appointment

Final two dietician meetings

Official insurance clearence

Chest X-ray

EKG

Blood work

** these must be done within 30 days of surgery**

Appointment with IVC filter doctor

IVC filter placed 3 days before surgery

Pick up incentive spirometer and surgery bag

Hi, September members my date was 9/11/12. First how is every one doing? I think I am doing pretty good.But I just wanted to know how some of you have delt with constipation, I drink at least 64 oz. a day i also do my popsicles. Yesterday I had a go about an 1 1/2 hour without drinking and today I paid dearly. How are you all dealing with this. Has anyone ate watermelon ?

Some inspiration for all of us!

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Some inspiration for all of us!

Surgery 9/24/12 344

LOVE THIS!!!! We all should keep that mantra glued to our subconscious!

Well I can not sleep...today is my day and I believe Im the last one in our circle...yay for me I will have all of you to cheer me on..lol I am terrified of the pain but ready for the aftermath....I look forward to sitting on the loser bench with each of you...((hugs))

Best of luck to you! You are going to do great! Just keep your eyes focused on getting passed that first 48 hours with walking as much as you can and sipping water after your swallow test! Congratulations on your new journey you're about to enter!

Well I can not sleep...today is my day and I believe Im the last one in our circle...yay for me I will have all of you to cheer me on..lol I am terrified of the pain but ready for the aftermath....I look forward to sitting on the loser bench with each of you...((hugs))

Yippie!!! You'll do fine! I'm excited for you and our group! Thoughts and prayers are with you, keep us posted! <3 ya...

Jessica

Hi' date=' September members my date was 9/11/12. First how is every one doing? I think I am doing pretty good.But I just wanted to know how some of you have delt with constipation, I drink at least 64 oz. a day i also do my popsicles. Yesterday I had a go about an 1 1/2 hour without drinking and today I paid dearly. How are you all dealing with this. Has anyone ate watermelon ?[/quote']

Welcome... We are one big family here! I'm only 9 days post. I've not had to experience your problem yet. I've heard of some people talking Mirilax. Lactulose works great but you have to get it from your doc. Hope everything works out for ya!

Jessica

Hi' date=' September members my date was 9/11/12. First how is every one doing? I think I am doing pretty good.But I just wanted to know how some of you have delt with constipation, I drink at least 64 oz. a day i also do my popsicles. Yesterday I had a go about an 1 1/2 hour without drinking and today I paid dearly. How are you all dealing with this. Has anyone ate watermelon ?[/quote']

Co lace rx from your Dr. I had to finally do an enema after 3 days of left sided pain and now I feel much better, I also switched protein drinks and all vitamins to liquid. Hope you continue to do well..

Well I can not sleep...today is my day and I believe Im the last one in our circle...yay for me I will have all of you to cheer me on..lol I am terrified of the pain but ready for the aftermath....I look forward to sitting on the loser bench with each of you...((hugs))

You are going to be great and we will be waiting for you on the loser bench..prayer a and love

I've been home since yesterday by 4:30. Last night and this morning hurt the worst. I want to heal right now. Keep having to tell myself I made the right choice. Sure is hard. I get weepy and ask "why did I do this to myself?" I know it will get better. I felt do good at hospital I got to thinking' date=' "hey, it's not so bad!" Just seems to get worse. Wish I could sleep through the whole recovery. Ok, enough whining like a baby for now. I really am going to be fine. I sure wish the best to all of you![/quote']

I felt the same way.and of I see another food commercial I'm going to shoot the t.v. I still have pain and I still can sleep thru the night I get tired getting out of the shower. So I'm with ya on everything you say. Message me anytime you want to just vent..I'm here with all ears. We are all here. I hoPe you feel better. Please rest you body, its heals the mind. And yes you did this for the right reason have a beautiful day.

Hello everyone... Boy we've had our share of ups and downs' date=' September to remember indeed! At least everyone that had surgery came out alive! I've noticed that on this stage (full liquid) I have no limit. I mean I can drink or have pudding and not get full. I accidentally took more than a sip and did fine. I know liquids don't sit in your pouch like puree or regular food but I need a limit. I can eat four ounces of pudding right after drinking a large amount. I've experienced dumping already, not by choice. They gave me nsa yogurt in the hospital five days after surgery. Soooooo sick!

I was just wondering how everyone is doing with the amount they can take in? What about protein? Required liquid intake?

Jessica[/quote']

My stupid self is now lactose intolerant.so away with the shakes I bought. Now I have gnc lean . Dr let me just let me start pureed food and I'm scared so I don't know what to eat..help... I do drink but little sip cuz I can feel then in my tummy. Crystal light Margarita..yummy...

Well I can not sleep...today is my day and I believe Im the last one in our circle...yay for me I will have all of you to cheer me on..lol I am terrified of the pain but ready for the aftermath....I look forward to sitting on the loser bench with each of you...((hugs))

Good luck and God bless.

I'm thinking of our last September Member WOW this month went by so fast!!! Congrats to all of us sitting on the losers bench!!! Some of us have it easier and some it hasn't been so easy but no matter what we know that we are here for each other at anytime and that is so helpful during the procedures we've had. Its not always easy but we keep our heads up high and stay possitive because we know the outcome of our losing journey! Thank you for being honest, helpful and inspirational!!! My prayers and thoughts are with each and everyone of you

Has anyone hurt just to the left of their belly button on the inside? I'm assuming it's where my intestines are stitched at the bottom. It's a burning pain. I called my surgeon's office and they said most people experience pain on the left side. Please help!!!

Jessica

Has anyone hurt just to the left of their belly button on the inside? I'm assuming it's where my intestines are stitched at the bottom. It's a burning pain. I called my surgeon's office and they said most people experience pain on the left side. Please help!!!

Jessica

Hi Jessica I'm 18 days post-op and do feel the burning pain your describing. I thought maybe it was the tape I use for my open incision. It helps me to put a ice pack or frozen veggie pack there for a few minutes I hope u feel better soon!