My surgery will be April 23 just looking for others who will be starting journey as well maybe we could support each other.....

I can only have clear liquids on mine..

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Premier protein makes a clear protein drink

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Hey everyone! This is my first time posting anything on here, and my surgery is scheduled for Thursday. I’m very nervous about it. I’m 36 years old, my current weight is 222, and I’m 5’4. My highest weight ever was 285. I’m a diabetic and also have high blood pressure. I had to go thru 3 months weight loss appts. with my dietician and primary care Dr. to be qualified for the gastric sleeve. Requirements of my insurance, which is WellCare. I’ve pretty much been yo-yo dieting my entire adult life, I was skinny as a kid growing up, but packed on the pounds after having my three kiddos. Has anyone on here had their surgery yet, and can you please tell me about how long your recovery time was? Any tips on getting all the protein in after surgery that our bodies need? Any advice is appreciated! Thank you so very much! [emoji173]️

My surgery date is May 15. I’m very excited

I came home from the hospital emergency room late last night. I was told just to try to get in as many liquids as I’m able to.

That’s wonderful caramelcakes! Congratulations, and wishing you well on your surgery and new lifestyle! [emoji4]

Thank you ElisabethE!

At hospital getting ready to roll... nervous.

At hospital getting ready to roll... nervous.

Congratulations! Remember it's a happy surgery:)

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On 4/24/2018 at 2:52 PM, ElisabethE said:

I had surgery on 4/18/18 and everything is causing nausea and heartburn/cramping. I also am running a low grade fever on and off, I am constipated and I have a few red splotchy areas near the incisions. I spoke to the surgeons office they suggested I come in. I am on my way to the emergency room now

I hope you feel better just take it slow do you have some one to help you

I had surgery on the 26th ... the heartburn is horrible and I bled out around my drain the first night home all over my bed

I’m so sorry to hear that. Just keep a close eye on everything and contact the surgeon ASAP. I ended up in ER because of gas, Heartburn, and the inability to take in enough liquids and protein, as well as a continual low grade fever.

I got in 60 grams of protein today ..3 days out... I was a job but got it in

Hey Guys!! Anyone else have this issue. I was a month on liquid and now I’m in the second month of only purée foods. But after my first week of puréed I gained 3 pounds?? I freaked out a bit. I’m eating 500 calories at most is that too much?

10 hours ago, sherlocked7437 said:

Hey Guys!! Anyone else have this issue. I was a month on liquid and now I’m in the second month of only purée foods. But after my first week of puréed I gained 3 pounds?? I freaked out a bit. I’m eating 500 calories at most is that too much?

I wouldn't worry too much about the weight gain. Even at 2 months out I'll fluctuate 1-3 pounds either way throughout the week. It's likely water retention and it will level itself out.

500 calories doesn't seem like a lot. My nutritionist advised to focus on proteins first and foremost. On my 2nd follow up appointment later this month they are going to give me a template on calories, carbs, etc.

Just stick to the foods you can eat, try to get the 60-80 grams of protein and try to make sure it's quality protein too.

You're doing fine. I worry a lot too but it you are doing what your doctor said, you will be ok.