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[MACPOWER 96]

It's coming up so quick! I officially start my pre-op diet on the 18th (my surgeon only required 1 week), however this week I've made changes to my eating habits to kinda work my way into the diet.

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Good choice to make changes now! It helps in the long run!

[Marissa37 54]

Had surgery yesterday when I woke up from surgery I was super nauseous, my throat was so dry they gave me anti nauseous medicine still didn’t work they put something behind my ear gave me more medicine then I smelled some alcohol from hospital. Finally felt better for pain in taking Tylenol I request lowest form of pain meds I’m not hurting at all. My stomach doesn’t hurt where the operation was done only the top but it’s gas I could actually feel it bubbling I’ve burpped a few times feel much better. Today I’m supposed to drink haven’t been allowed to drink anything yet since surgery it was yesterday morning right now it’s 7 am in New York. I did brush my teeth last night and this morning made my mouth better since it was dry.

Edited April 11, 2018 by Marissa37

[Ellens531 81]

It drags at first but then boom it’s Surgery time!

Yeah I know but this part makes me feel so impatient. I like reading about everyone's journey and getting advice prior to surgery. This community is awesome.

[frust8 962]

They're playing love songs But not for me- old song but I'm on the sidelines of life watching the Bariatric Parade go by with you@Ellens531, to quote a little more. up to date song Our day Will Come, just pray I'm not unconscious by then[emoji8][emoji8][emoji8]

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[jules1 51]

I've had 2 x caesareans but wondered if this surgery was more painful.
I am not good with pain meds stronger than paracetamol as I get nausea
I really hope I can have a shower morning after surgery also but I imagine that will be fine as they will encourage movement.

[johnsons13 359]

I've had 2 x caesareans but wondered if this surgery was more painful.
I am not good with pain meds stronger than paracetamol as I get nausea
I really hope I can have a shower morning after surgery also but I imagine that will be fine as they will encourage movement.

I've had 3 C-sections and a hysterectomy and this was a lot easier. I had mine 8 days ago and the only place that hurts is where I had my drainage bulb. I got it out yesterday, but I'm still tender. I was able to shower the next day. Just remember to walk, walk, walk. The gas pains are bad in the beginning but walking eases it. I'm a recovering addict, so I hate narcotics and come home without narcotics. You can do this.

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[jules1 51]

I've had 2 x caesareans but wondered if this surgery was more painful.
I am not good with pain meds stronger than paracetamol as I get nausea
I really hope I can have a shower morning after surgery also but I imagine that will be fine as they will encourage movement.

Thanks. That is reassuring. Luckily my surgeon doesn't put in a drain.

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[johnsons13 359]

Thanks. That is reassuring. Luckily my surgeon doesn't put in a drain.

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That is lucky. I've never had one before, my husband had 3 last year with his bypass surgery. It really hurt yesterday after they took it out, but I slept in bed last night and woke up feeling I could run a mile. Too bad I hate running, lol. I'm not sure how your c section was, but when I didn't walk, I got stiff. Same as with my wls.

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[+Wendy+ 6]

On 4/2/2018 at 9:45 PM, MACPOWER said:

What is everyone’s pre-op diet like? Mine is just two weeks.

Breakfast : Protein Shake
snack : Protein Shake
lunch : Protein shake
Snack : Protein Shake
dinner : 3oz of lean meat and 2.5 cups of salad with fat free dressing. BUT I find this to be just a freaking tease!!! I mean come on! How can you expect me to eat just that for dinner when all Iv had all day we’re Protein Shakes?!?! So I honestly have been skipping the food and just drink another Protein Shake for dinner.

Mine's pretty similar. Three Protein Shakes plus a meal with 3 oz portion protein, 1/2c carb, 1-2c veggies, 1stp fat. 10 Days

[+Wendy+ 6]

On 4/4/2018 at 7:36 PM, dp21 said:

Has anyone had a bad reaction to Protein supplements? Whether it is shakes, clear Protein Drink or broth I double over in pain and have to run to bathroom. Was fine before surgery. One wk postop. Wondering if whey allergy.

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I was just reading the 10 day diet from my nut. Says if you get nauseous to switch from a whey Protein to a soy, egg white, or plant based Protein Shake.

[jules1 51]

I was just reading the 10 day diet from my nut. Says if you get nauseous to switch from a whey Protein to a soy, egg white, or plant based Protein Shake.

Hi it could be the amount of sweetener in shakes. Artificial sweeteners cause stomach pain and diarrhea. My dietician gave me a food only based plan as well as usual Optifast one but also told me about a bodiez protien Water. I got unflavored to add to water,food etc after surgery. I hate sweet things so was worried about tolerating protien shakes.


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[frust8 962]

Hey@Macpower, I haven't heard any details yet! Wakie Wakie it's time to confess your knowledge of this whole process.[emoji40] I'm anxious to,hear, you don't want me riddled with anxiety at my age, do you?[emoji39][emoji13]

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[Origin 8]

Had my surgery at 8:30 am on Wednesday. Still in the hospital but might be going home today. The worst part about waking up was the dry mouth and not being able to drink. Finally I was cleared to drink yesterday, Water has never tasted so good. The most painful thing by far is my drain. My DR doesn't always use a drain but he said there was some scar tissue of unknown cause he had to cut through and put an extra stitch, do he decided to put the drain. I might be getting the drain out today, cannot wait for this thing to be gone.

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[+Wendy+ 6]

6 hours ago, Origin said:

Had my surgery at 8:30 am on Wednesday. Still in the hospital but might be going home today. The worst part about waking up was the dry mouth and not being able to drink. Finally I was cleared to drink yesterday, Water has never tasted so good. The most painful thing by far is my drain. My DR doesn't always use a drain but he said there was some scar tissue of unknown cause he had to cut through and put an extra stitch, do he decided to put the drain. I might be getting the drain out today, cannot wait for this thing to be gone.

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Did they let you suck on any mints or chew ice when you couldn't drink Water?

[MACPOWER 96]

Hello, I’m just about to get discharged from the hospital. Everything went good! I was in a lot of pain the last couple days from the gas they fill you up with....but I’m great now! I’m ready to get home. The surgery went perfect!!