Chewing gum activates stomach acids so it could give you indigestion, and if that is a problem post op, then I would not recommend it. I think most of us are given indigestion medication routinely,...

Hi Tony, welcome! I am in Port Stephens and on the shakes at the moment too. My surgery is on Monday 4th Feb so we are very close now! Can't believe it is nearly here. Good luck with your pre-op and...

Hope you feel better soon.:)

Hi, I am on a disability support payment as well and my surgery is on 4th feb. I have had to save like crazy as I will be about $5000 out of pocket. I have top cover with HCF but neither they nor...

Hi! So sorry that you have stalled. It must be so frustrating. I haven't had my surgery yet (4th Feb) but my surgeon has discussed this same thing happening. He said that I would likely stop losing...

I am having surgery in a month and was doing some research and came across these forums. What a great site! Every story is inspiring and very educational. I'm 44 years old and have been very...