Need friends and support

[northstar9148 82]

I don't have anyone to really talk to about my sleeve surgery. I really need support and friends. I would really really appriciate any new friends and support. I don't have much luck with my doctors office as they are really busy and communication Is My Great. I was in a car accident and had frontal lobe injury, so maybe it's just me.

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[northstar9148 82]

I meant, communication isn't that great

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[gwbicster 257]

You're in the right place. Lots of friendly and supportive people here.

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We are here to help

[northstar9148 82]

Thanl you so much! That means a lot!
I was sleeved on July 12th. I had a hard time getting Water down my stomache spasmed everytime.
Now Iam home and confused. Are we supposed to be drinking a Protein Shake every day?

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[gwbicster 257]

We got sleeved on the same day! Hello sleeve brother or sister!

liquids are the most important thing at this stage. Sorry to hear you are having problems.

Try warm tea or broth. Sometimes warm liquids move easier.

Protein Shakes are important because you're not able to eat much and you want to shoot for 60g of Protein. Premier shakes have 30g a serving. If you can't tolerate shakes try adding flavorless Protein Powder to the foods you are able to eat (works good with broth, for instance).

[northstar9148 82]

We got sleeved on the same day! Hello sleeve brother or sister!

Liquids are the most important thing at this stage. Sorry to hear you are having problems.

Try warm tea or broth. Sometimes warm liquids move easier.

Protein Shakes are important because you're not able to eat much and you want to shoot for 60g of Protein. Premier shakes have 30g a serving. If you can't tolerate shakes try adding flavorless protein powder to the foods you are able to eat (works good with broth, for instance).

Wow, the same day! Awesome! I jave a question,Are we supposed to get a whole shake in per day at 2 ounces each time?

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[gwbicster 257]

You ought to be able to drink a whole shake (mine are 11 ounces). Treat shakes like a liquid (and they can count as part of your 40-64 ounces).

[northstar9148 82]

You ought to be able to drink a whole shake (mine are 11 ounces). Treat shakes like a liquid (and they can count as part of your 40-64 ounces).

Ok, thanks so much. I like Premier Protein shakes, 30 grams of protein

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[gwbicster 257]

Me too!

[northstar9148 82]

I bought rite aid chewable Multivitamins for kids, I hope we can take those

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[hello.jihae 2]

I got sleeved on the 10th! Anyone else? anyone know what I'm supposed to do with these bandages? I've been changing them after every shower using anti-septic wipes, gauze and tape.. but for how long?

[Shereseed 24]

I got sleeved on the 10th! Anyone else? [emoji28] anyone know what I'm supposed to do with these bandages? I've been changing them after every shower using anti-septic wipes, gauze and tape.. but for how long?

I was sleeved on 7/12. They told me to just keep the incisions clean, but not to keep them covered with bandages after today (4 days post op).

[pfisher 72]

Hi Northstar,

Hope you are having a great day so far. I would be more than happy to be one of your online buddies. There are some of the best folks anywhere on this site.

I don't have an actual surgery date yet but it should be in November sometime. I look forward to reading more of your story.

Good luck as you continue on your journey!

[northstar9148 82]

Hi new buddy! [emoji4]I've been looking online at YouTube videos, what an eye opener I would suggest every One do that..

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