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Almost 3 weeks out

Hello,

 

On Wednesday 12/19, I will be 3 weeks out and it has been journey, a good one. Let me give you updates:

Starting Weight: 240

Current Weight: 223.5

Weight loss total: 16.5

Height: 5'8"

 

I have had a good recovery, no problems and returned to work at Day 6 after surgery. I have a sedentary job, but have been attending a lot of conferences and have been doing a lot of walking. I continue to struggle with how much I can eat and knowing when I am full. I am still trying to figure this part out, but I know that it will come.

 

Exercise

I exercise a minimum of 4 days a week for 30 or 40 minutes.

 

Scars

They are healing quite well and are small. I have one in my belly button and 4 others. The drainage spot is the largest scar and is not that big. I am waiting until next week to start mederma. I get majority of my vitamins in, but there are a lot.

 

Pain

None.

 

Sex

No real drive and a bit moody (husband not happy).

 

Feelings

Head hunger is real. I realize now more than ever how large a part food played in my life. I miss it and there are so many things I want/miss. However, I notice how good it feels to be able to fit in the clothes in my closet and I am overjoyed. I know that in time, I can eat some of those things in, just in smaller quantities. I appreciate not being that hungry and not feeling the need to give up and dig in. It's hard, but worth it.

 

More to come next week.

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Err122

Gastric Sleeve Patients

Thanks for posting. I am 3 weeks tomorrow . I struggle to know when I am full. I am depressed and miss food. Not enough to cheat of course but I feel like I lost my best friend.

Readyfourchg

Gastric Sleeve Patients

Well I wish I could say that I haven't cheated, but I did. I have a friend that is getting married and I am the matron of honor. She had a cake tasting and before I know it I had a bite of cake. Only a small one, but a cheat is a cheat. I forgave my self, but look forward to blended food.

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