So I joined this Bariatric Pals Community thinking that it would be awesome to talk and fellow people that are going through the same thing as me. But for some reason I find it hard to join in on the conversations. I feel like I’m butting in on other peoples conversations. Like who’s this newbie trying to talk to us? Does anyone else feel that way? Or is it just me? Because Im definitely not that way in person. I’m always talking to everyone around me no matter who it is. But for some reason I feel differently on this.

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, 20188 yr by Marissa37

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.

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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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 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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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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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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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

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.

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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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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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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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?

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!!

3 hours ago, MACPOWER said:

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!!

Awesome! So happy for you