Can anyone tell me if it's safe to take medication called Meclizine(antivert, d-vert,Dramamine II, univert, vertin)??? It's for vertigo. I am almost 8 months post op.

 I appreciate all of the responses. I have no money for co-pay and already owe my dr money so I doubt he will see me. I'm just scared. I can't quit crying. I have only had a few ounces to drink and I can't stay out of the bathroom for crapping myself to death. I can't afford another hospital bill. Know of any other options? Thanks!

 I agree with the Chapstick. This also made sound corny but I used a sippy cup after surgery to avoid gulping since my mouth was so dry. I also made a bed on the couch because I could not lay on my bed. So that may be something you want to get ready before you go. Don't buy expensive drinks for afterwards because taste changes. Cold water after surgery made my stomach spasm. Surgeon said that is something some people have to avoid after surgery. Good luck :)

 I agree! I am 3 months post op and I had to remove "family" from my life for being more negative than positive. Trust me after surgery you won't want that type of crap in your life. Good luck. :)

If you are having troubles with whole foods I would slowly add them. Go back to your puréed food for a day then each day gradually introduce the whole foods. It could just be too much for your pouch right now. I was that way with protein shakes. They were way too much for me. I never had trouble with whole food. Just take it slow. Each person is different. :)

 So sorry for your loss. I have 3 chihuahuas and I can't imagine your pain. Prayers your way.

 Im having 96% lean ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning and a little bit of fat free sour cream and carrots!

 Congrats! Being nervous is totally normal. Just follow your surgeons instructions and you will do great. Don't be afraid to reach out for help either :) see you on the losers bench :)

 I just weighed in at 299 this morning. What a way to start the month of May. My surgery was on 2/20/2012 and I'm down 58 pounds. Super exciting! Couldn't have done it with all of the support and posts on here so thank you :)

 Ok so I'm just going to get straight to the point I had my surgery on 2/20 and was hardcore strict to the diet and I still am pretty much except for snacks in between meals. I just keep wanting to eat my husbands corn chips and pretzels with natural peanut butter on them. I don't want to ruin my blessing(surgery) I fought so hard to get where I'm at. I'm down 54 pounds and you would think that would be motivating me enough to keep going and stay away from CRAP that got me in this mess. Please tell me of a way to retrain my thinking. I eat the chips and pretzels out of boredom and they don't sit all that great in my pouch. That feeling hasn't stopped me though. I've had some family issues going that have really brung me down and I know I eat for comfort sometimes. Any advice would be appreciated. The chips and pretzels are going out of this house NOW. Please don't bash or leave harsh comments because I really am trying to do better. 

 I read your surgery date wrong. Mine was in february. So give yourself just a little but more time to start feeling a little better. 

 Congrats and good luck! See you on the losers bench!