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August 2013 surgeries

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TheThr33    3

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Hello every one. I'm new here. My surgery is scheduled for August 7th. Through kaiser Richmond Northern California with Dr. Fischer. I don't think it's hit me yet. I don't feel as excited or nervous as I expected I would.

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daisykarebear    23

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Hello every one. I'm new here. My surgery is scheduled for August 7th. Through kaiser Richmond Northern California with Dr. Fischer. I don't think it's hit me yet. I don't feel as excited or nervous as I expected I would.

Welcome! And believe me when I say it hasn't hit me either. I am three weeks away and it all seems so surreal.

I would love to know what we will need after surgery as well. I know what to take to the hospital, but I am also trying to get my home ready.

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TheThr33    3

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This is from the binder I was given.

Have at home:

Stage 1 and 2 liquids

Milk of magnesia (for nights b4 surgery)

Oral thermometer

Bring to hospital:

Unflavored Chapstick

Slippers

Robe

Ear plug

Brush/comb

Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant

C-pap (if applicable)

Loose clothing for discharge

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tlynn4love    48

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Does anyone else have a countdown?

SD:8/21/13

I have one !

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shershrinking    53

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This is from the binder I was given.

Have at home:

Stage 1 and 2 liquids

Milk of magnesia (for nights b4 surgery)

Oral thermometer

Bring to hospital:

Unflavored Chapstick

Slippers

Robe

Ear plug

Brush/comb

Toothbrush' date=' toothpaste, deodorant

C-pap (if applicable)

Loose clothing for discharge

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Why unflavored chapstick? I want flavor.

My shopping so far:

Kitchen scale

Ninja express

Papaya tablets

chewable Vitamins

Wellesse liquid Calcium

Zantac tablets(ranitidine is cheaper generic)

liquid glucosamine chondritin (Elations)

42 gram Protein shots

Pure Protein shakes 36 gram

Miralax

Antacid tablets

More crystal light and Vitamin Water

* I am bringing my portable FAN because i am always hot

* And a 3 foot extension strip outlet so i can plug in my portable fan and my IPhone and my Nook. I recommend the extension strip outlet to everybody.

And extra warm socks and slippers. My feet are always cold.

Cotton balls for my ears.

I might bring my warmest pajamas too, just in case.

Definitely bringing a loose tent dress to wear home.

I am thinking my chewable vitamins and antacids and papaya will be the only postop chomping i will get for a while. I am ready now

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kparadisek    115

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Shershrinking thx for mentioning the loose fitting gown. I'm adding that to my list. As for the person that asked about the Chapstick I've read on here from several people that their lips were extremely chapped while in the hospital.

I don't know how to add to the list so can someone put on there a heating pad and gas x strips? Thx! Oh did I see papaya enzyme? If not add that too.

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daisykarebear    23

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Shershrinking thx for mentioning the loose fitting gown. I'm adding that to my list. As for the person that asked about the Chapstick I've read on here from several people that their lips were extremely chapped while in the hospital.

I don't know how to add to the list so can someone put on there a heating pad and gas x strips? Thx! Oh did I see papaya enzyme? If not add that too.

Papaya enzyme? What is that for?

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shershrinking    53

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Papaya enzyme is to help digest food that coats and clogs the hole from new stomach to intestine. (anastomosis?) I was reading postops and it sounds very painful - dont want to be stuck without my papaya.

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shershrinking    53

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Is anyone else on antidepressants or meds for fibromyalgia? They don't make them chewable.< /div>

Ask your regular doctor about fibromyalgia meds- can they be dissolved under your tongue ? Maybe open a caplet to dissolve under your tongue? I am not sure either.

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SoccerMomma73    1,867

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Is anyone else on antidepressants or meds for fibromyalgia? They don't make them chewable.< /div>

I was able to swallow pills and capsules 3-4 days post op FYI!

And to reply to a different post: post-op supplies-Chapstick and heating pad....the 2 most important items EVER!!!!!

HW 312, pre-op (RNY) 255, current weight 205

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joy    13

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Hi joy! I'm a bit nervous but so excited to start this. I see you have two little ones. How old are they? I ask cause I have a 2 girls that turned 4 and 2 in June. I'm mainly doing this not only to get healthy for myself but also so they don't remember me this way.

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My kids are 22 months and almost 4.5. I'm also doing it for them as well as myself. I'm just tired of being the mom on the sideline at the park or at the amusement park etc. I want to be doing things with them. Like running, riding bikes, long walks. That is what is getting me through the nerves. I just remind myself by this time next year how different our life will be. This Sunday is the one month Mark till surgery.

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shouser531    9

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My surgery date is August 12th!! Which is also my birthday!!

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daisykarebear    23

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My surgery date is August 12th!! Which is also my birthday!!

Well congrats and happy birthday to you!!! Welcome to the August group:)

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