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tech question how do I get my vsg date to post und - I have looked under settings and such... I cant seem to find it. I put my vsg date and my surgeon under one section but it does not show up under my avatar when I post something.  ...

One month post-op - One month post-op, starting to feel more normal. Able to sleep laying down in my own bed is wonderful. Still not feeling very hungry.  My tastes have changed. I dont like sweet dri...

how soon after surgery can I use the hot tub at th - I have always loved using the hot tub to relieve back pain and sore muscles. It helps me sleep better and relax. Just wondering how soon I can go back to the hot tub. I am 4 weeks ...

Gas issues - I am almost 4 weeks post-op now. Most of the pains and such are gone ... just a twinge here and there.  I have noticed that I have alot of gas pressure. I have been using Gas-X str...

when does post-op soreness go away? - I am 2 weeks post op and I still have one sore area. I only feel it when i first get up, when I roll on my side or strech etc.  When does it stop giving me that twinge of pain?

Walking after VSG, 2 weeks out - I was wondering how much walking I should be doing each day.  I generally walk about 15 min in the morning, 20 minutes mid-day and about 15 min in the evening.  Also I have been wa...

surgery on 11/5 - I was approved for surgery without knowing the date. two weeks before my surgery date I got a letter from the insurance company saying I had prior approval for overnite stay in the...

Soreness after surgery - When does the soreness from surgery start to really go away? Everytime I cough or sneeze it really wows me still. I don't get much sleep yet because I have allergies and I often sn...

Vitamin supplements after surgery - I was wondering what vitamin supplements everyone takes after surgery.  How long do you take them for. My Nut has me taking a bunch of supplements Iron, Vit D, Calcium, multi vitam...

Lost the surgery weight in two days - Surgery was last Saturday. In case you dont know, they pump you full of IV fluids and such as well as minimal activity. Well When I got home I weighted 9lb more but this was no sho...

tastes change? - I heard that many people's taste change after surgery? when do you notice the change? Is it right away or a little while after surgery? I havent noticed a taste change yet but I am...

POST NASAL DRIP AFTER SURGERY - For the last few days I have had the worst post nasal drip. I had surgery on Sat. and by monday and tuesday I started having coughing caused by post nasal drip.  I cant get sleep, ...

HOW MANY INCISIONS FOR VSG - I was just wondering how many incisions you had for VSG surgery?  I came home with 7. Only one feels painful when I cough or sneeze. I think I read somewhere that it is probably th...

best relief of coughing allergies (after surgery) - Any over the counter liquid meds I can use after surgery. I found that I was sneezing, coughing alot in the hospital and then when I got home it was better but still... I do have a...

lidocaine patch 5% - Has anyone every heard of these and how soon after surgery can you use them? I got a prescription after my last appt from the FNP at the doctors office. But I forgot to ask. Ugghhh...

BEST WAY TO GET OUT OF A REGULAR BED AFTER SURGERY - I need some help. What is the best way to get out of bed after sleeve surgery. I never thought about it until tonight right now as I am about to go to bed. It was easier to get out...

Just got home from sleeve surgery - I had my surgery on Sat. I had a few complication, a bleeding incision outside at the wound site. My Iron levels dropped alot so I had to have two transfusions. Everything appears ...

Leaving for the hospital in a few minutes - Well... here I am ready to leave for the hospital. I have my check list complete and my little bag packed. I am looking forward to the next chapter of my life.... see you on the lo...

doctors note for return to work and out of work sc - Ok so, I have surgery scheduled tomorrow.  Apparently the doctors note is screwed up. So I have been making calls over and over again for the last few days. So many excuses... I sp...

Follow up post-op appt schedule with doctor and la - I was wondering what the follow up schedule looks like after surgery.  Assuming everything goes as planned what generally is the time until your first post-op appt, and then the ne...

2 days from surgery... any last minute advice from - I am scheduled for surgery Nov. 5th (this Sat. woo hoo).  I have some lists of things I should bring to make my hospital stay more comfortable.  Extra undies, deodrant, toothbursh/...

choosing what protein drinks are most economical a - I was wondering which protein drinks people like after the surgery?  I think I need some with variety packs and that offer sweet and savory flavors.  I tried Unury (the dr office g...

How soon can I return to "normal" activi - I was wondering how long it would be before I could return to normal activities (specifically sex)  I know everyone is different but how long on average does it take to feel like i...

drain? - I have been reading some things about having a drain after surgery.  How often do people have drains?  and how long are they in? Do you go home with one or do they take it out just...

Physical/ history and Anestesiologist appt before - I am not sure what to expect. They told me to just bring my list of medications.  Can you tell me what they are going to do?  I am assuming weight, blood pressure, maybe an updated...