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Hi, I had my VGS in 2007. I was taking Effexor, Lamictal and Seroquel (Australian brand names) for Bipolar. I didn't need to change my dose but they were absorbed faster (and still are). The only difference I actually felt was with the Seroquel because it's sedating. It used to take 45 mins to an hour to work. Now it takes 20-30 minutes. Hope that helps!
Thank you everyone! Just needed that assurance, good to go now. I just ordered 250 straws on amazon. :)
This may sound weird, but you could try it just plain. For the first month after my surgery, it seemed like most of the things I could eat were sweet. I got really tired of that and wanted something savoury, but was afraid of getting too adventurous with spices for my new stomach. So I tried plain oatmeal, without any sweetener or anything. It tasted delicious and full of flavour! Farina might be similar in that way.
Of course, I would find it very bland now. But it hit the spot then.
It might be more common than we know. I am 7 days out and the "burps after every sip" has subsided a bit.
Now looking for a simple recipe to have "Farina" for breakfast. Any suggestions?
You know they were not kidding when they said your taste would change. I used to like Premier Protein clear protein a whole lot better than Fairlife protein chocolate shake. But my experience is that any sweetness is getting amplified to the extent that it is becoming intolerable.
I had Fairlife today and what a welcome change that was. Instead of gaging before taking a sip of Premier Protein clear protein, I could almost chug Fairlife protein chocolate shake.
Thank you. Now 7 days out and feeling well. Pain is less noticeable. Had a shower and that felt good.
Feel like recovery is on track.
They talked about this at my support group meeting Monday. They advise not to do it for the first 6 months due to bloating. Think about the volume of air that goes in prior to the liquid. It can hurt a healing stomach, but after 6 months they said go for it. Judge how you feel and if it bothers you don't do it again.
HW 510 / SW 424/ GW 175 (stretch goal to get 10 under) / CW 160 (I'm near the charts ideal weight - wonder if I can stay here)
RNY November 2016
PS: L/R arm skin removal; belt panniculectomy - April, 2019
My goals for 2020 are:
- hit my goal weight by August.
- keep walking daily.
- join the gym and start swimming.
- maintain a healthy lifestyle for the remainder of my days.
as I recall, they told me not to use them early out, but I've been using them for a long time now (I'm close to five years out)
