Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 > > For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the > hospital to eat? They gave me a full tray of every day normal foods! I only ate a couple spoonfuls of whatever was there and was too full to eat anything else. A bite of scrambled egg, a bite of toast, a sip of apple juice.....that was it. (they did give me cheesecake one night and I just looked at it and asked my hubby if he wanted it) > > When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you > recommend. I began drinking protein drinks about a month after surgery.....Loved Pro Blend choc and would make a carmel frappe out of them....also the very berry flavor of " Protein is good " and mixed that with fresh fruits and it was a wonderful summer drink for hot days. Now I prefer the Designers Protein in Natural flavor so I can add just about anything to it. > > What type of vitamins? has anyone tried Bariatric Supplement System > vitamins? Have not tried Bariatric Supplement system but I do take Vita4life but only in half dosage as they are too strong for the DSers. > > How soon did you start walking. 24 hours after surgery! > > How soon did you go back to work. I spend a great deal of time in > front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. Im retired but if I had a computer job I would want to get back after 6-8 weeks with open and maybe 2-3 week after lap. > > I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. What should I take to the > hospital. Toothbrush and paste deodorant shampoo and conditoner small clip on fan as sometimes the rooms get too warm chap stick slippers (forget robes.....just use the hosptial gowns one in front and one in back for the robe) your own pillow something loose to wear home that does not bind on the belly! Im sure others can contribute more ideas...... Judie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 > Hi Everyone > > For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the > hospital to eat? They gave me broth, jello, yogurt, and tea...I got this about three days after my surgery. It went down fine for me...I have never had any problems with nausea, vomiting or pain in the stomach. > > When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you > recommend. I started drinking protein at about 8 to 9 days out...I used Trader Joes Designer Protein in Vanilla...it was hard to me to get down...it felt heavy...it would take me about 4 hours to get it all down... > > What type of vitamins? has anyone tried Bariatric Supplement System > vitamins? My doctor had me take chewable multi's for about three weeks. I didn't start my regular multi's until about 1 month out...I use Centrum COmplete and three viactive calcium chews per day. > > How soon did you start walking. I started walking in the hospital...when I go thome I started that first day. I would walk about 4 houses away and back...the next day I would go a little furth, then a little further the day after...At about 6 weeks out I started an aqua aerobics class three times per week...then at about 5 months out, I started yoga...I am also walking during my lunch hour. > > How soon did you go back to work. I went back to work in about 3 weeks...I had surgery on 4/23, another on 4/25 for a leak and then went back to work on May 14...I went back too soon...but that is the type of person I am. I spend a great deal of time in > front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. I too work in front of a computer...so it was okay for me to get back since I jsut had to sit...I worked half days for about two weeks. > > I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. Great! I know that you will do well! What should I take to the > hospital. Just some slippers and or socks and some toiletries...you can't really wear your own PJ/s...a robe would probably be ok...no jewelry...you probably won't feel like reading...but if so , bring glasses and a book. That's about it... I wish you the best and will pray for your speedy recovery... Mulvaney Rossell ( R. on www.duodeanlswitch.com) 4.23.01 Dr. Keshishian Open DS -76 pounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 Hi, Here's my experience: > Hi Everyone > > For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the > hospital to eat? ****broth, mashed potatoes, applesauce and baby food bananas. > > When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you > recommend. ****Started trying liquid protein at around 4 weeks. I liked Designer Protein, but found out my body doesn't like whey protein. Runs through me like a freight train! Rely on regular food for protein now. > > What type of vitamins? has anyone tried Bariatric Supplement System > vitamins? > ****I taked Centrum complete and Calcium Hydroxyapatite. Also have been taking some regular Vitamin A and E that I happen to already have. I figure some of it might get absorbed. > How soon did you start walking. ****Day after surgery. > > How soon did you go back to work. I spend a great deal of time in > front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. > ****I took six weeks off because I have disablity insurance. Probably could have gone back to work physically at 4 or 5 weeks. Not so sure mentally! :-) > I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. ****Congratulations! Hope everything goes smoothly. > What should I take to the hospital. ****About the only thing I used that I brought with me was my toothbrush and hair brush. KathleenF Open DGB/DS Dr. Rabkin/Dr. Jossart 01/02/01: 374# 11/01/01: 242# http://www.webniche.com/wls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 > Hi Everyone > > For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the > hospital to eat? Regular soft diet. Broth, jello, ice cream, potatoes. > > When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you > recommend. > Never, I hate drinking liquid protein, much prefer to eat it and my protein levels are just fine. > What type of vitamins? has anyone tried Bariatric Supplement System > vitamins? I have tried bariatric supplements, but find that over the counter vitamins are just as good as long as they dissolve in water within an hour or so. I take a multivitamin, iron, calcium apatate, zinc, vitamin D. > > How soon did you start walking. > In the hospital. > How soon did you go back to work. I spend a great deal of time in > front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. > I sit in front of a computer too and went back to work part-time after two weeks. I had open surgery. I was back fulltime within 4 weeks. > I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. What should I take to the > hospital. Don't bother taking much, you won't use it. Take toiletries and a robe or slippers and something lose and comfortable to wear home. Good luck, we'll see you on the other side. -95 lbs. 3/23/01 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 At 5:32 PM +0000 11/1/01, wrote: >Hi Everyone > >For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the >hospital to eat? $#!^ But, they called it broth and Jello. It still tasted like $#!^ > >When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you >recommend. I use the Twinlabs Predigested Liquid Protein (LPP) because all I have to do is swallow a few gulps of the pre-prepared stuff. In fact, I am home with a bad cold now, and I have not eaten very much protein today, and just a moment ago before coming upstairs to read e-mail, i gulped down about 3 ounces of the stuff. >... >How soon did you go back to work. Week eight. Week seven was a pre-planned family vacation. >I spend a great deal of time in >front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. Chaque a son gout. (To each his own.) > >I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. What should I take to the >hospital. Our very best wishes. A lover, and maybe a responsible person, too. TUMS. ChapStick. As little as possible of personal effects. Maybe a small electric fan,depending on the hospital. Non-skid slippers for walking the halls. --Steve -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2001 Report Share Posted November 1, 2001 Dear , I had surgery on Thursday, 4/26/01. For Friday's meals and Saturday's breakfast and lunch, the hospital gave me liquids (tea, broth, jello, Gatorade). For Saturday's dinner, they gave me pureed veggies, mashed potatoes and some type of pureed chicken entree along with some fluids. Sunday's breakfast was a scrambled egg and cream of wheat. Sunday's lunch was the same as Saturday's dinner. I was discharged after lunch on Sunday. I never supplemented with protein after my surgery. I never found a protein drink that I liked and I have been able to get plenty of protein from my food. My 3 month labs showed my protein levels to be fine. My daily vitamin regimin consists of 6 Citracal with D, 3 ADEKs, 2 Zinc Picolinate (25 mg), 2 Biotin (600 mcg) and my 3 Multivitamins (I use Melaleuca MelaVita which directs you to take 3 tablets if you weigh over 150 lbs.) I started to walk a few weeks after surgery. I was doing some work at home on my computer 6 days post-op and I went back to work full-time (I am CFO of a company) 11 days post-op. I was okay but somewhat tired and I needed to rest the first week or so when I got home. I took minimal stuff to the hospital, i.e. toothbrush, toothpaste, minimal toiletries (shampoo, soap, deodorant, chapstick and hand cream), and a hairbrush. I wore the clothes home that I wore to the hospital along with my clogs which doubled as slippers. Good Luck as you start your new life. Jane J. 38 yrs. old 230/155 (-75 lbs.) Lap BPD/DS 4/26/01 > Hi Everyone > > For those of you that have had BPD/DS what did they give you at the > hospital to eat? > > When did you start drinking liquid protein and which ones do you > recommend. > > What type of vitamins? has anyone tried Bariatric Supplement System > vitamins? > > How soon did you start walking. > > How soon did you go back to work. I spend a great deal of time in > front of my computer and want to get back to work as soon as possible. > > I am scheduled for surgery next Tuesday. What should I take to the > hospital. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2009 Report Share Posted September 16, 2009 Hi all, I have a couple more questions to which I hope some of you can take time to give your input. I have read that many on this forum take NAC in the liquid state by way of a nebulizer. When first diagnosed a couple of years ago at UW Seattle, I was told there were NAC tablets now available. I never thought twice in that I'd rather take the tablet form if it was as effective. I was told to take the 600 mg 3-4 times daily. I researched and found there was a time release form which provided a more constant level of treatment. That is the form I have been using and it seems to do a good job at keeping the mucous down. Did I make a false assumption? Is the liquid more effective? Secondly, I have been told by many pulmonologists (including those at the IPF centers) that I should use oxygen when sleeping, being active and even sitting (my resting oxygen is 94-95) should it make me feel better. What is your take on this? Are you happy sitting without oxygen as long as it is 90 or above or are you one to try to keep your oxygen in the mid 90's (if you can) as much as you can? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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