WHERE ARE MY AUGUST 2021 PEEPS?

[Moleman 4]

I'm scheduled for Friday, the 27th in Orlando. This is my 3rd ever surgery, so I'm more than a little nervous. I've been tracking calories since early July and have been on the pre-surgery diet since Friday the 13th (right!?). So far, down 30 lbs. from 350 lbs.

So.. here we go.

[elizabeth having the sleeve 26]

Congratulations!! I had mine August 16. 2021. I had the sleeve. Was only in hospital 25 hours, I am 69 years young. Full liquids out of hospital, today I ate a soft boiled egg. Ate about 3/4 of it. Tolerated well. I too was so nervous, almost backed out. 7 days past surgery. Down 12 pounds. Hard time drinking Protein Drinks, going to look for some clear liquid tomorrow. Good luck to you, I am so glad I did it! Longer life, better quality of life ahead!

[Cathy66 3]

On 7/3/2021 at 10:56 PM, phenomenally_me said:

Hey surgery twin! Yes, you said it! On the other side of "through" waits VICTORY!

Take each day at a time. Once you start seeing results and feel better you’re not going to want to go back. I have been watching some videos regarding weight gain afterwards and it really has a lot to do with our mindsets. You’re going to be fine.

[Cathy66 3]

40 minutes ago, elizabeth having the sleeve said:

Congratulations!! I had mine August 16. 2021. I had the sleeve. Was only in hospital 25 hours, I am 69 years young. Full liquids out of hospital, today I ate a soft boiled egg. Ate about 3/4 of it. Tolerated well. I too was so nervous, almost backed out. 7 days past surgery. Down 12 pounds. Hard time drinking Protein Drinks, going to look for some clear liquid tomorrow. Good luck to you, I am so glad I did it! Longer life, better quality of life ahead!

Wow!! So proud of you and a little jealous. You got to eat an egg. I start mushy on Thursday. Looking forward to new opportunities ions.

[jacarr1967 3]

My surgery was August 16, released the following day. Also had an unplanned hiatal hernia repaired. By day 5, I felt great. Like most, I struggle to get my Protein and liquids in, don't love the taste of shakes.

I lost 10 pounds on the pre surgery diet, which for my doctor was an 800 calorie diet using food purchased through the clinic and another 10 or so in the past week.

Food has not been a temptation at all so far. I do enjoy cooking so I made some "meals" for the pureed stage. I found a Joie XL ice cube tray with a lid at TJ Maxx. Each cube hold 2 oz. so I cooked and pureed cauliflower (with some cheese for protein) and also made the ricotta bake. I then froze them in the ice cube tray and once they were frozen, I transferred them into a freezer bag until next week.

Seven days out from surgery and absolutely no regrets!

[ButtaPecan75 2]

I’m on the 31st!

[sharon2u@yahoo.com 0]

7 weeks surgery i had gastric bypass. When does it get easier to eat food a day stay down.

[codevsg 8]

Just had vsg this morning.

Actually tougher than I thought. Never knew gas pains could be so intense.

Even ice chips cause some pain.

So pain is up and down, but more up.

[nubianqueen0402 3]

7 hours ago, codevsg said:

Just had vsg this morning.

Actually tougher than I thought. Never knew gas pains could be so intense.

Even ice chips cause some pain.

So pain is up and down, but more up.

Same here. I had mine yesterday and the gas feels trapped. I’m up walking. Trying to get enough fluids in but it’s difficult for me. We’ll get through this.

[Cathy66 3]

9 hours ago, codevsg said:

Just had vsg this morning.

Actually tougher than I thought. Never knew gas pains could be so intense.

Even ice chips cause some pain.

So pain is up and down, but more up.

Congratulations!! That gas pain is so unexpected. It was for me too. Walk, Walk and Walk some more. It really helps. They also added some extra meds to help move the gas.by tomorrow it’ll be more bearable. Again, congrats

[codevsg 8]

What type of pain meds does everyone use and how long does the pain last?

They told me 2nd and 3rd day are the worst. I’m on the third day. Yesterday definitely wasn’t as bad as the first day. It hurts like an hour before my scheduled pain killer, but other than that it is bearable. I do hope that tomorrow is easier. I finally started passing gas.

I’m taking tramadol and gabapentin every 6 hours. Both are pills I have to crush. I head liquid Percocet is more common, but my doctor said that is more likely to cause Constipation than the ones I got.

[codevsg 8]

I’m going to try to keep up with this “August 2021 Peeps” thread. I find these messages helpful and it’s feels like all of us are going through this together.

Elizabeth: luckily I haven’t had too much trouble with the Protein Shakes. I’m just not sure how I am supposed to handle drinking all of it. I have trouble drinking more than 4oz and hour. For clear and lighter Protein I also have the clear Premier Protein. The peach flavor is okay. I didn’t like the fruit punch one because it taste like grapefruit. I bout the sampler of Premier Protein so I have some options.

[Shelly689 12]

I start puree tomorrow. I blended 2oz of that chicken tortilla Soup others rave about. Let me say best tasting 2ozs since my journey started. Be careful lil spicy. Also did sweet potato w Protein Shake thin it. Threw in lil cinnamon and sugar free hazelnut Syrup. [emoji39] yum.

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[Shelly689 12]

What type of pain meds does everyone use and how long does the pain last?

They told me 2nd and 3rd day are the worst. I’m on the third day. Yesterday definitely wasn’t as bad as the first day. It hurts like an hour before my scheduled pain killer, but other than that it is bearable. I do hope that tomorrow is easier. I finally started passing gas.

I’m taking tramadol and gabapentin every 6 hours. Both are pills I have to crush. I head liquid Percocet is more common, but my doctor said that is more likely to cause Constipation than the ones I got.

I was off pain meds Tues but each person and surgery is different. I hope you get some relief soon. Dr gave me those tiny oxycodone pills take home. Also said ttake tylenol if needed.

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[Shelly689 12]

Congrats to you, it can be a little nerve-wracking but once u get there n they prep u its gets better. I remember saying my date of birth and waking up in my room. Don't remember recovery room.

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