I'm scheduled for Nov. 21st. I'm not going to lie. I'm a lot anxious about post-opt.

I've read too many posts about complications and difficulties. Honestly, it sounds horrifying.

I live in Austin, Texas. Are there any support groups here?

Thanks.

OH!

Don't know if you all know about them, but the thing I found to help the gas pain that worked the best are Gas-X strips that dissolve on the tongue. I found mine at CVS near the antacids, but have seen them at Walmart, Target, Walgreens, etc. 20161122_174634.jpg

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Thanks for reminding me. I need to pick up a pack before Friday.

It didn't help me day 2, but I'm about to try it again.

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I am 4 days out and terribly constipated. Does anyone have a suggestion???

OH!

Don't know if you all know about them, but the thing I found to help the gas pain that worked the best are Gas-X strips that dissolve on the tongue. I found mine at CVS near the antacids, but have seen them at Walmart, Target, Walgreens, etc. 20161122_174634.jpg

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Thanks for reminding me. I need to pick up a pack before Friday.

It didn't help me day 2, but I'm about to try it again.

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I found I had to take them much more often than the recommended dose. My surgeon didn't have a problem with it, but I'd definitely check with yours so they're aware.

I'm going home today, thankfully. I feel much, much better compared to yesterday. I wasn't sure yesterday would ever end, but it did. Just kept reminding myself that time takes time.

How are you feeling today?

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I'm 6 days post-op and you're definitely a happier camper than me.

My doctor's office doesn't mind about gas-x. I bought two boxes but since they didn't help at the beginning I sort of wrote them off. Do you take them regardless or when you're uncomfortable? BTW, I hate mint, so it's a big deal to put one on my tongue

So glad you are going home today!

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Had surgery on 22Nov. 4 days out feeling okay ,,,just the gas my stomach feels like it's another person always moving gas discomfort everyone says it normal however I much say nothing feels normal,, please someone who's been here when does this pass

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Had surgery on 22Nov. 4 days out feeling okay ,,,just the gas my stomach feels like it's another person always moving gas discomfort everyone says it normal however I much say nothing feels normal,, please someone who's been here when does this pass

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Im also 4 days out, but I have read that it varies for everyone. Some people have it for a few days to a week, others for more than one week. Are you walking much? Taking any Gas-X chewable tablets or dissolving strips? Both those things help me a lot. The more you walk, the faster the gas breaks up is my understanding.

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I'm 4 days out and have no gas pain except a little bit left in my shoulder. 90% of my pain has been from that stupid gas. I swear that GasX did help the first night home, but it may have been a placebo effect, which I am totally fine with.

Currently not taking pain meds. The only pain I have right now is coming from my drain area. I must have snagged it or something. Mild, but it worries me.

Coughing is the worst thing in the world right now.

Had my surgery on 11/16. So far doing well. Already down about 13lbs in 10 days. Mainly a liquid diet with some soft food.

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5days out now feeling really good gas comes and goes ,,, liquids mostly ,, yogurt Protein shake praying I'm getting enough in.woundering what and when comes next level

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I'm 4 days out and have no gas pain except a little bit left in my shoulder. 90% of my pain has been from that stupid gas. I swear that GasX did help the first night home, but it may have been a placebo effect, which I am totally fine with.

Currently not taking pain meds. The only pain I have right now is coming from my drain area. I must have snagged it or something. Mild, but it worries me.

Coughing is the worst thing in the world right now.

Don't sneeze!!!

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Welp, I'm stalled. I know it's normal, I knew I wasn't an exception...but I have been for over 2 weeks AT A STALL.

I'm doing everything right (Protein, Water, exercising) and although since my stall started I've lost over 7 inches, the scale hasn't moved.

This too shall pass.

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Stalled too. No loss in 1 week. Actually up .5.

VSG date: 11/22/16

HW: 225. SW:222. CW: 204

Hello,

Yes, I am having my sleeve surgery on Monday (Nov 14th).

I have been sticking to the pre-op diet, taking my Vitamins, drinking my Protein shakes daily. I didn't find that the diet was difficult at all.

Shakes: Premier Protein shake which has about 22g of protein per 8oz. serving. Have them in vanilla and chocolate. Not bad at all, but before I run out, I might order a different brand.

Also ordered some powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder and tried it in place of one of the shakes. Mixed it in 8 oz. of chicken broth. It was real good.

Just found this place and I think it is so cool.... and had fun going through the store.... can't wait to try a few items I saw there.

2 more days! Woohoo!

Not feeling nervous at all... just excited. I am so ready for this!

I wish all of you November sleeve patients the best! Stay positive.

-Shelley

I had my surgery on the 14th as well. How are you doing?

Highest Weight - 297

When I Started working with Nutritionist at Bariatric Center - 271

Before 10 Day liquid diet - 250

Surgery Weight 239

Goal Weight - 160

I just saw this. I am doing good now. I was in pain for 4 weeks, but part of that is due to an incisional hernia that is quite large and they will have to repair it later. The largest incision from the sleeve surgery was right on top of it... ow!

So we are sleeve sisters? How are you doing since your surgery on the 14th? I hope all is well.

I am down 23 lbs.

HW 334

Pre-op diet weight 312

Surgery day weight 300

CW 277

Welp, I'm stalled. I know it's normal, I knew I wasn't an exception...but I have been for over 2 weeks AT A STALL.

I'm doing everything right (Protein, Water, exercising) and although since my stall started I've lost over 7 inches, the scale hasn't moved.

This too shall pass.

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I stalled the day I started my 3rd week post op. Stalled for a week. Then lost 5 the next week, then stalled for another week!

Same as you, I did everything right as far as protein, water goes. Not much exercise yet.... but a few times on the treadmill since surgery. Starting to pick up on the exercise the last week. It's getting easier.

And like you, I knew I wasn't the exception either as far as stalling goes. I knew it was normal. Maybe I will lose some this week, who knows.

Good luck to you.

Very much stalled. I was told at my appointment today that I need to exercise more to break it.

Very much stalled. I was told at my appointment today that I need to exercise more to break it.

So far that hasn't helped my stall. Actually, when I increased my walking to 1.5 miles is when I stalled, it's not because of exercise (obviously), but there is science behind why we stall. It has to do with caloric deficit and glycogen.

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Had mine November 7th

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My stall is over, for now. I usually weigh on Fridays, but we are going out of town so I weighed today what a nice surprise!!!! Down about 3lbs, stall lasted 20 days.

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