Hi all I noticed there are several people being sleeved on the 1st. Introduce yourselves and let's motivate each other and keep in touch! I'll go first. I'm 5'5" HW 242

CW 232 GW 160. I am extremely nervous about the procedure, but I am also excited.

I was sent home with tramadol for pain. I'm allergic to many pain meds so this one is settling but I don't feel that it works as well. Also have reglan for nausea. The third med is protonix which I have to take daily for 3 months however insurance won't cover it so waiting on the dr to fight that out. Took a nap but the gas pain is kicking up again. Ugh.

Are your gas pains just like cramps? I am sore all over my body - legs, neck, arms, shoulders, back. Everything hurts except my incisions. Is all that gas?

Edited February 3, 201610 yr by prettyCali916

Also anyone else feeling weird when they swallow? Like it goes down in a lump then somehow spreads out and goes down?

I got Tramodal too because I'm also allergic to every thing else. Only the where my incisions are is a little soar. I'm not sore everywhere. I was intubated also but it seems like my throat isn't sore this morning. I'm still only able to sip on water and crystal light. I'm going to try to sip some broth today hopefully I'll be able to hold it down. I hope all of you have help when you go home. My husband has been able to stay with me at these past couple of days. I don't know how I would have gotten along without him.

Do any of you have a weird taste coming up from your stomach?

No weird taste.

Also anyone else feeling weird when they swallow? Like it goes down in a lump then somehow spreads out and goes down?

I find myself holding water in my mouth. Swallowing is definitely harder.

Also anyone else feeling weird when they swallow? Like it goes down in a lump then somehow spreads out and goes down?

I find myself holding Water in my mouth. Swallowing is definitely harder.

Yep. I was doing that with my Protein shakes.

What all have you consumed? They just brought my Breakfast tray and I was demolishing my chicken broth. I found that it is so warm and soothing and I was able to get more down! I'm happy about that because I can get my liquids in! I was so worried about not being able to.

This Protein Drink is pretty good too.

Hubby took a sip and said he wanted to order some. He found them online and bought an assorted pack of 7. Definitely good for the days that I don't want a heavy premier chocolate shake.

Hello everyone,

Im having my procedure done at MI hospital in Tijuana. I chose Dr. Ortiz because of his experience, continuing education, certification and reviews. I went through A lighter Me. I'm in communication with Sonya who is my coordinator and very helpful answering my questions . I'm still scared and excited but when I read all the positive notes from everyone my fear subsides then I'm excited again, so to everyone I want to say ...Thank You and Good Luck to All : )

OK, back at the hotel and headed home tomorrow. I have been lucky, no gas pains, I haven't been nauseous at all. Just a little bit odd tenderness in my abdomen. Drinking my clear isopure and water. Had a little broth for lunch. I definitely feel when I take to big of a swallow.. All is well here and ready to get back to the US. Everyone here has been amazing. I would recommend this to anyone. I have been reading thru and I see for the most part everyone is doing well... Awesome ????????

Edited February 3, 201610 yr by Adina's_Journey

Hi all, im new to this site, im going through my 3 month supervised diet right now and am hoping for a may/june surgery. I have been keeping up with this post and really enjoy hearing about all of your journeys, it gives me a idea of what to expect for mine and gives me alot of comfort so thank you all for sharing.

What is the best flavored broth that you guys have found. The hospital had some better tasting broth. I bought some Rachael Ray broth, it's so bland. I know there has to be better broth out there:( I tried calling the hospital but the cafe is not answering

OK, back at the hotel and headed home tomorrow. I have been lucky, no gas pains, I haven't been nauseous at all. Just a little bit odd tenderness in my abdomen. Drinking my clear isopure and water. Had a little broth for lunch. I definitely feel when I take to big of a swallow.. All is well here and ready to get back to the US. Everyone here has been amazing. I would recommend this to anyone. I have been ready thru and I see for the most part everyone is doing well... Awesome ????????

What Dr. did you use. I know someone looking to go the least expensive route. I'm glad u had a great experience.

Heading home from the hospital. Thank goodness I only live 20 minutes away!

@@arenea

I used Dr alejandro lopez with ALO bariatrics. He was amazing. The whole thing has been top notch with awesome care and concern from everyone. Even those at the hotel have really been great. If your friend wants to use him I have a coupon for 100 dollars off.

Edited February 3, 201610 yr by Adina's_Journey

Did anyone else get blood thinner injections? I had one at the hospital but wasnt sure to do it at home