November 2023 surgery buddies

[amygrd@hotmail.com 1]

Hi all! I had gastric sleeve on November 6th and am just now getting the required liquids in. It has been kind of rough. I didn’t have a pre-op diet so I guess I wasn’t as prepared as I thought I was. Only thing that I wanted to eat was crushed ice but I’ve finally moved to Protein Water, Protein Shakes and broth. I’m so glad I found this app. I had to go get IV fluids and a steroid today and will repeat Monday at my week check in appointment. Anyway, just saying hi! Good luck to all!

[ZeeGee 40]

13 minutes ago, amygrd@hotmail.com said:

Hi all! I had gastric sleeve on November 6th and am just now getting the required liquids in. It has been kind of rough. I didn’t have a pre-op diet so I guess I wasn’t as prepared as I thought I was. Only thing that I wanted to eat was crushed ice but I’ve finally moved to Protein Water, Protein Shakes and broth. I’m so glad I found this app. I had to go get IV fluids and a steroid today and will repeat Monday at my week check in appointment. Anyway, just saying hi! Good luck to all!

Hello Amy

so glad you’ve found this site. There are many who have a wealth of knowledge on this forum especially those who are months and years post op.

congratulations on your surgery and praying all gets easier for you.

[ZeeGee 40]

13 minutes ago, amygrd@hotmail.com said:

Hi all! I had gastric sleeve on November 6th and am just now getting the required liquids in. It has been kind of rough. I didn’t have a pre-op diet so I guess I wasn’t as prepared as I thought I was. Only thing that I wanted to eat was crushed ice but I’ve finally moved to Protein Water, Protein Shakes and broth. I’m so glad I found this app. I had to go get IV fluids and a steroid today and will repeat Monday at my week check in appointment. Anyway, just saying hi! Good luck to all!

Hello Amy

so glad you’ve found this site. There are many who have a wealth of knowledge on this forum especially those who are months and years post op.

congratulations on your surgery and praying all gets easier for you.

[SnowCursed 8]

My surgery went really well. Surgeon even got me in earlier than expected that day. I've been at home since yesterday. Been working on getting my Water and food down. Haven't had any nausea or vomiting. Making sure to walk every hour or two. Getting easier for water just set a recurrent timer for 5 mins and have been taking sips every 5 mins. The gas in the shoulders feels like a pulled muscle pain to me.

[tohaveserenity@msn.com 6]

I'm scheduled for Monday November 13th

[Italiano26 26]

8 hours ago, tohaveserenity@msn.com said:

I'm scheduled for Monday November 13th

Good luck 🍀

[Longview Lady 13]

On 9/28/2023 at 8:07 AM, Italiano26 said:

My sleeve is scheduled for Nov 15 ! So excited !

How is your liquid diet going?

[Girltown46 6]

Good luck on your surgery tomorrow🙏🙏

[tohaveserenity@msn.com 6]

Thank you

[Longview Lady 13]

On 11/10/2023 at 5:27 PM, amygrd@hotmail.com said:

Hi all! I had gastric sleeve on November 6th and am just now getting the required liquids in. It has been kind of rough. I didn’t have a pre-op diet so I guess I wasn’t as prepared as I thought I was. Only thing that I wanted to eat was crushed ice but I’ve finally moved to Protein Water, Protein Shakes and broth. I’m so glad I found this app. I had to go get IV fluids and a steroid today and will repeat Monday at my week check in appointment. Anyway, just saying hi! Good luck to all!

Any, can I ask what hospital and who your doctor was for the prep and surgery? I was surprised to hear you say you didn't have a pre-op diet - so no liquid diet for a week or 2 before your surgery? A lil FYI: beware, this site is super pricey for the items you mentioned. Try Walmart online....same stuff for way cheaper!!! A 12-pack of Premier shakes is $25 compared to here at almost $40. Walmart also has a nice organic chicken bone brone broth, Pacific Foods. Important to follow pre and post surgery guidelines but we still need to watch our spending power too.

I hope you are doing better.

[Longview Lady 13]

On 11/10/2023 at 5:53 PM, SnowCursed said:

My surgery went really well. Surgeon even got me in earlier than expected that day. I've been at home since yesterday. Been working on getting my Water and food down. Haven't had any nausea or vomiting. Making sure to walk every hour or two. Getting easier for Water just set a recurrent timer for 5 mins and have been taking sips every 5 mins. The gas in the shoulders feels like a pulled muscle pain to me.

HI Snowcursed,

Glad to hear you are doing so well. I haven't had my surgery yet, set for 11/30, and happy to hear of your success - gives me hope as i'm quite nervous. Walking and taking your sips on time, bravo for you!!!

Gas in your shoulders? I'm confused about that. Why would you have gas in your shoulders?

Keep up the good work and blessings on a steady recovery.

[SnowCursed 8]

7 minutes ago, Longview Lady said:

HI Snowcursed,

Glad to hear you are doing so well. I haven't had my surgery yet, set for 11/30, and happy to hear of your success - gives me hope as i'm quite nervous. Walking and taking your sips on time, bravo for you!!!

Gas in your shoulders? I'm confused about that. Why would you have gas in your shoulders?

Keep up the good work and blessings on a steady recovery.

The gas pains manifest in the shoulders. It's a common side effect for after surgery. It is a very odd feeling. They inflate you to make surgery easier to do so we get the gas pain in the shoulders.

[Italiano26 26]

10 hours ago, Longview Lady said:

How is your liquid diet going?

My surgeon only requires the one day preop ! I am getting so nervous!

[Longview Lady 13]

43 minutes ago, Italiano26 said:

My surgeon only requires the one day preop ! I am getting so nervous!

I'm right there with you. But all will be fine. Do something that relaxes you...some deep breaths, music, a movie, a little outdoor time, something that can take your mind of the surgery, whatever works for you. .

[Longview Lady 13]

On 11/10/2023 at 5:44 PM, ZeeGee said:

Hello Amy

so glad you’ve found this site. There are many who have a wealth of knowledge on this forum especially those who are months and years post op.

congratulations on your surgery and praying all gets easier for you.

OK, funny question. How do you get that cute ruler looking thing that shows progress??