Just seeing if anyone is scheduled already for August 2020 with all this COVID stuff going on and people being pushed back farther and farther.

2 hours ago, SideOfSunny said:

I’m okay! The pain was waaaay worse than I anticipated, I’m not gonna lie. First 24 hours were rough. It’s slowly gotten better since then. I discharge in a few hours, so I’m hoping being at home helps some. The fire alarm keeps going off here in the middle of the night on top of being woken up frequently for vitals so I haven’t really slept well.

I’m also burping SO MUCH and that makes me a little nervous. I can’t tell what is gas just coming out, and what is signs of over filling. I’m terrified of getting a leak so it’s a fine line to walk to get enough but not too much. Thanks for asking!

Oh itll be nice to be back to your own bed glad you are doing okay

On 8/26/2020 at 4:00 AM, SideOfSunny said:

I’m still in the hospital, just over 24 hours since surgery for me. I am not going to lie— I did NOT anticipate how much pain I would be in ?. I’m feeling a little better today, but man yesterday and last night was rough. I’m so impressed by the people who are able to do this without anyone there with them - I honestly don’t know what I would have done yesterday if my bf hadn’t been with me to do everything I needed.

Is the pain pump not working?

I feel that I'm eating too much. Today I had 150ml of milk with 1 biscuit of Weetabix (bit like porridge). And for dinner I had 2 fish fingers.

Okay that doesn't sound like a lot, but it was my understanding that in terms of volume per meal, I should be eating much less than that.

On 08/27/2020 at 20:02, MoominMan said:

I feel that I'm eating too much. Today I had 150ml of milk with 1 biscuit of Weetabix (bit like porridge). And for dinner I had 2 fish fingers.



Okay that doesn't sound like a lot, but it was my understanding that in terms of volume per meal, I should be eating much less than that.

I’m a little over 2 weeks out from my bypass and recently went to my post op appointment. I was told that at this point I should be able to eat about 2 ounces at a meal. About 1/4 a cup to 1/2 cup. And, that by month 3 it should be closer to 3 ounces. Their main concern was that I ate protein first and that I did so very very slowly. Just some insight into what I was told. Each surgeon has their own post op diet so I recommend you call their office for clarification.

On 8/27/2020 at 1:52 PM, tarotcardreader said:

Is the pain pump not working?

No pain pump, my doctor did oral pain pills only and my nurse kept coming late to give them

I'm feeling MUCH better today than I was before, so that’s good!

Been feeling bloated and generally unwell for a few days. I'm definitely dehydrated, pee's turned a horrible dark orange colour and today my poop was blueish-black. Tmi?

I really need to start going outside. It's just I literally have nowhere to go. Uni is all online, no friends live near enough to visit, most places are still closed due to COVID.

Hi,

I am two weeks out and feel that way also. Slowly, I’m starting to feel better.
I ran across 15 minute mile by Leslie Sansone on YouTube. I started today, but I’ve decided to do this until I can get to the gym.
Hope this helps and that you begin to feel better soon

Had surgery on Monday, went back to work yesterday. I've gotten lucky my boss said he hired me for my brains and not braun... however I never really noticed how much walking I do in a day. Definitely, exhausted and went to be around 8 lastnight. I've had my first BM. I know alot of you might feel tmi...but I was so excited I told my sons who were getting ready for work and textes my husband. One incision is still draining but everyone that noticed the wet spot on my shirt were completely understandable and super supportive. I called my doctors office about it. It seems to be alot, but the nurse called me back and said it was normal, some people have the drainage while others don't. As long as it doesn't turn yellow or green or start to smell funny. My headaches are still waking me up. I think im sleeping about 3 hours before it wakes me up. Nothing appears to be working. Is anyone else experiencing severe headaches where its above the left eye towards the center of the head. Any ideas or suggestions...please. They hurt tremendously bad and the 500 tylenol twice every 6 hours doesn't touch them.

On 08/27/2020 at 11:12, RichelleGetsFit0309 said:

I’m 7 days post op and still haven’t had a BM either. I see the doctor next week and will see what he suggest if I haven’t had a BM by that time. I’m hoping the switch to full liquids will help move things along.

I finally pooped yesterday. I switched to full liquids and the Lentil soup I was eating did the trick. I must say it was one for the books. I definitely said a prayer. ?? Sorry if this is too much for some.

On 8/27/2020 at 11:12 AM, RichelleGetsFit0309 said:

I’m 7 days post op and still haven’t had a BM either. I see the doctor next week and will see what he suggest if I haven’t had a BM by that time. I’m hoping the switch to full liquids will help move things along.

I'm not sure if this will help but I sipped on a Gatorade zero and it seemed to do the trick. The white one thats cherry flavor is my favorite. Hope all is well. Now I just have these hellobad headaches that won't go away and wake my from much needed sleep.. any thoughts...I doubt my insurance will cover a lobotomy this soon after bariatric surgery..? ?

On 08/29/2020 at 11:40, SMC25428 said:

I'm not sure if this will help but I sipped on a Gatorade zero and it seemed to do the trick. The white one thats cherry flavor is my favorite. Hope all is well. Now I just have these hellobad headaches that won't go away and wake my from much needed sleep.. any thoughts...I doubt my insurance will cover a lobotomy this soon after bariatric surgery..? ?

How is your blood pressure? I know I used to get really bad headaches that wouldn’t go away. Once day at work I felt like my head was going to explode. I went to the hospital and my pressure was very high.

I just had my revision done 8/25! This one seems more painful than the first one!

6 hours ago, RichelleGetsFit0309 said:

How is your blood pressure? I know I used to get really bad headaches that wouldn’t go away. Once day at work I felt like my head was going to explode. I went to the hospital and my pressure was very high.

My blood pressure is freaking perfect alonf with my blood sugars...which is crazy...maybe normal is causing the issue?. Glad to hear about the BM??? Im sorry I know its not a laughing matter but I am a visual person....prayers are good??

On 08/29/2020 at 19:35, SMC25428 said:

My blood pressure is freaking perfect alonf with my blood sugars...which is crazy...maybe normal is causing the issue?. Glad to hear about the BM??? Im sorry I know its not a laughing matter but I am a visual person....prayers are good??

Possibly. Your body is like what’s going on?! ?? No offense taking. I’m just happy I finally had one and lived to tell the tale. ????

I’m finally on the purée food stage. I have been able to eat tuna with no issues but salmon doesn’t agree with my stomach at all. How are all my August peeps doing?