POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Hi I have a question. I had my surgery on Oct 16 and that week I lost 8 pounds but this week I didn’t loose any pound and I am still in my liquid diet not cheating and doing everything single thing that doctor told me. Did somebody know what could happen???

I'm applying to increase my life insurance policy and need to complete a form. It asks if I've had any treatment or observation in the last 5 years, and I'm wondering how honest I should be. I had a coworker denied d/t prior back surgery, so I'm worried I'll be denied if I say I had VSG. They can always ask for my medical records or a physical and then they'll find out anyway and deny me. Anyone have experience with this?

Ugh! I am so upset with myself. I was sticking to my liquids and finally being able to take down a protein shake without vomiting but today is my little brothers birthday and we went out to eat. I tried to find something of soup consistency but found nothing and ended up eating a chicken wing (without the breading of course). But I just feel bad! The effects of my mistake haven’t hit me yet but I wish I wouldn’t have done it. Has anyone slipped up like this, this early on (I’m almost 2 weeks post-op)? I finally was able to get my appetite back which was why I was able to even look at the chicken. But it’s just so hard being around others who can eat solid foods when you c…

I was told by my surgeon to take stool softeners every day. I do not want my body to depend on them as they are starting to to lose there effectiveness and I’m struggling to go to the bathroom. Not sure what to do any advice is needed.

Anyone else having trouble with their multivitamin? It was fine for the first week or two, but for the past few days, I've been feeling sick after I take it. It's just a Celebrate chewable multivitamin with iron. Any advice?

I'm 3 weeks post op and started my soft foods diet. Does anyone have any ideas of meals or tips? I have also stopped loosing any weight this week and I'm worried that it's because I started eating real food again instead of liquids. thanks for any tips or advice!!

Hey all-- My surgery date was 10/10, so I am more than three weeks post-op. I have been progressing very well, except that I am feeling completely drained. Not tired, but just lacking any energy. I know I have to "give it time" because I just had major surgery, but I stayed home doing nothing for three weeks healing up, and even though I wasn't doing much--zero energy. One thing I haven't seen is anyone talking about severe caloric restriction and its impact on how post-surgery patients feel. Like I said, doing great, lost 25 pounds so far, and expect (hope) to lose another fifty. But I am not taking in more than 500-600 calories a day. My NUT says that eve…

How are the August sleevers doing? Are you losing weight? What are you eating? Are you doing meal prep and exercising? I'm at another stall and I know I need to increase exercise.

I was sleeved 10/11 and so far everything has been going great. I was able to start stage 3 this Tuesday, but am finding that nothing I try is tasting good to me. It’s so weird to me. I having almost no foods that I don’t like to having almost no food that I do like now post surgery. I keep wasting food because I will try something new that I am allowed to have on stage 3 only to find I can’t stand the taste and end up throwing it away. I know it’s common for tastes to change but this just seems crazy lol.

I'm 2 days post-op. Thankfully doing well! I got pretty hungry today so tried some protein for the first time. I mixed some 2% fairlife chocolate milk with some premier chocolate powder, and it was actually delicious. I think my tastebuds in general are very dulled right now (is that a thing?), but it means the icky protein powder after taste is too subtle for my dead taste buds to detect. I know lots of people post on here about using Fairlife milk. I was just wondering if it's a problem that it has 12g of sugar in a cup? All protein drinks have some sugar (usually 1-2 grams), but 12g does seem like a lot. Is there any actual downside to this? My nutritionist i…

Has anyone taken collagen since being sleeved? I’m 4 months post op

19 lbs so far and i have stalled twice already. I am worried that if my weight loss is this slow i will never meet my goal weight. Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey Guys, I currently going through a messy breakup, unfortunately I have no appetite what so ever! Everything is make me sick to my stomach, I can't manage to eat nothing! I know I must eat but I can't for the life of me, I could hardly drink water! I don't want to send myself to the hospital but his is uncontrollable! Please help!

I was sleeved 9/26/17 I went to the market and nothing seemed right all the junk and food made me wanna run out. I had to get dinner for my husband, I got dinner and was relieved when I walked out the door. I am not hungry most of the time and I eat on a schedule. I don’t wanna starve my hubby, he’s lost 20lbs since my surgery

I just had Gastric sleeve surgery Monday.. I'm having a hard Time meeting The protein and liquid intake for the day.. any suggestions?

I had surgery on 10/23. Was on a strict clear liquid diet for two weeks prior to surgery (with no protein per my surgeon). After surgery added in protein water with clear liquids for another week. Lost about 2 pounds. Now I’m on full liquids and have gained two pounds. I’m very discouraged right now as it seems like the scale is going up. Did this happen to anyone else?

For anyone 9-12months out I’m just curious if you guys still weigh meals, and if so how much you’re able to eat at a time?

It has become very clear, between the reading materials my surgeon has given and the advice from everyone on this forum, that water is one of the most essential pieces of success post-op. My concern is that I have never been one to hydrate regularly. I roll my eyes whenever "stay hydrated" is toted as a cure alll... headaches, feeling fuller, constipation, nausea, depression, clear skin...you name it water always seems to be the answer. But I hate drinking. I know I am in for a rude awakening for the pre and post op liquid diet, and I am committed to being a good patient. I want to meet my water levels. Can I have some ideas to make sure I am constantly sipping and …

Got the sleeve 10/18. So far things are going well. Just wondering if any else has experienced or know what it means when your stomach makes crazy noises. Not hunger growls but just noises. it's hard to explain. Also, hurts a little but not bad. More just uncomfortable.

Hello, I just found out that my husband's employer is switching to Meritain health insurance. Does anyone else have this insurance? What are their requirements for gastric sleeve? I'm very nervous because I'm already in this process of going to support groups, specialists, etc. I will appreciate any info anyone can give me .Thanks! Sent from my SM-G955U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I Judy had my surgery on the 23rd. Post op one. I have been hearing about hair loss and I'm terrified. Has anyone experience this and what have people done to prevent or repair this issue? I bought disolvable biotin. Other recommendations? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Is it possible to stretch your stomach out from drinking water/liquid too quickly? Big gulps?

The scale can sometimes be stubborn during our journey. It's important to have other metrics of success. Changing clothing sizes is always fun, but when we're in the bigger sizes we can lose several inches before having to buy new ones. The tape measure is a great tool to add to your arsenal. Try not to measure too often. Once a week to once a month may be enough. It's good to measure in several spots. Chest, waist, hip, maybe arms or legs. Women should measure their chest while wearing a bra. The waist measurement needs special care. Don't measure at the belly button necessarily. As things deflate, they tend to head south, and the measurement w…

I’m always hungry like STARVING, but don’t want anything. Nothing sounds good. I know I’m doing bad on protein, it’s so hard to get it in. I read that could cause that “never satisfied” feeling, anyone else experienced that?

Hello! I’m 19 years old and I’m somewhat new to BariatricPal! I got my sleeve done on October 17th so I’m 13 days post-op! I feel great! I’m currently down 28 pounds just this month. I just my post-op check up with my surgeon and everything is good and he gave me the approval to start working out again which I’m very excited about. My surgeon said don’t worry about building muscle and to mainly focus on cardio and fat burning exercises. What are some good Post-Op workouts to do at the gym?

This is going to sound ridiculous but hoping I can find others that feel this great after surgery. I was sleeved on 10/18. I feel fantastic. I didn't take any narcotics after waking up from surgery. Just some (Torbidol?) which I was told wasn't that strong. I have no pain and almost feel like nothing happened. I was up walking around and hour after recovery and felt great. I know this sounds crazy but i almost feel like this is to good to be true? Anyone else experience this?

I accidentally swallowed sardine bones. I didn't even know they left them in the can. Do you think they will puncture my pouch? I'm worrying about it. It doesn't hurt but I don't think they are supposed to be swallowed

I am 5 weeks out on my gastric bypass. I have thrown up 3 different times. 2 times last week and today. I was eating chicken soup this time and what happened is I had really bad heart burn and I knew to throw up so it would stop.. So I threw up.. I wonder if I am eating too fast? I have not eaten anything that I am not suppose too. I do tend to eat fast cause I am always in a hurry. Has anyone experienced this? I am paranoid about strictures...

I am two weeks post op and although I feel a million times better than I did my first week I have this sharp pain under my right rib. Is this my stomach still healing? Has anyone else experienced this sharp pain?

Yesterday was my four week mark, and I was very nervous because I knew the candy situation. I’m a teacher, and we have Halloween parties, kids bring me special treats, and then there is trick-or-treating at night. Not only did I make it through alive, I didn’t have one bite of candy. My cravings didn’t exist. I wasn’t even interested when people brought me my own bag of Snickers. This is the most amazing feeling! I can do this!!![emoji4] Have a great day, all!

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has tried both Bariatric Fusion and Unjurys chicken soup powders. I tried Bariatric Fusion and find it really gross. It tastes milky and salty, but not at all chickeny. Does Unjury taste better? The same? Thanks!

i've never been one for chocolate, but working with kids during halloween there is candy everywhere!!!!! i need it be march so the holidays are behind me!

I am officially 1 day post op. I feel like I’ve been hit by a bus. I don’t want the pain meds because it makes me extremely nauseous. Any other advice? Please help!

I have reached my one year anniversary and I am down 102 pounds!!!!! One year ago I would of never believed I could have done this, I am very proud of myself and my journey has only begun.... Don't ever think you can't do it!!!

Hi, I made it to the other side. This nausea is serious. The best way to describe the sensation is I feel like I have a stomach flu. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk

Today is one week since my surgery date and I am happy to report I am 10lbs down!!! I am beyond thrilled and although I know I won't be losing 10lbs every week it is a great start because it hasn't been easy and has been very painful but it all is definitely worth it!!!

I am having a hard time keeping any real food down no matter how small the pieces are or how slowly I try to eat. Sometimes creamed soups or ritz crackers with peanut butter stay down, but even the protein shakes are upsetting my stomach and causing burping or discomfort which is eventually making me throw up. The weight loss has been amazing thus far, but I am getting concerned about how this is going or when it might change, etc.. anyone else having this kind of a problem? thanks, Steve

25 days post op. Nothing taste good and I never feel satisfied. I wish I could eat small portions and feel content. Anyone else feel this way and anyone had this and no how long before it will get better?

So, I made bone broth and tossed in carrots. Basically, it's a liquid, minus the carrots. Does this mean, I shouldn't really eat it during a meal, as it will help other stuff slide through? I'm having the hardest time with not drinking before and after. I get why, but it's so hard. I have taken some sips. I just couldn't hack it.

My gf had her sleeve done 1 week before mine. I am now 5 days post op. I have bruising at 3 of my sites, she has none....just curious if anyone else did...I am sure it is just a normal variant...

Hi everyone, I am 6 days post op and feeling great. Shoulder tip pain was agony in the first 4 days, had only a twinge yesterday and none today so hopefully that's the end of that! I have been on fluid food since the op and move to smooth tomorrow as I feel ready. I look forward to reading your posts and picking your brains as I progress through my weightloss.

I’ve got this rash on my stomach near my incisions so itchy I’ve never had them their round and small. Going to se my doctor on nov 3 if anyone can share why I’m having this brake out if it has anything to do with surgery thanks.

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Hi guys. How often do you work out?

I'm almost 8 months out and I just had blood work done this week as I have been feeling so fatigued and having headaches everyday. My doctor said my Iron is low. My ferritin levels are at 15 so he just started me on an iron supplement. I havn't loss in 2 months due to the way I've been feeling. The last thing I want to do these days is exercise. Has anyone else gone through this?

Hi everyone. I'm early in the pre-sleeve process (just got accepted into the Bariatric program last week, now 6 monthly weight management visits before surgery can be scheduled). I have GERD that is well-managed with Omeprazole, and I'm wondering what I may experience post-sleeve. For those who had pre-existing GERD that was relatively mild/controlled, can you tell me about your experience after being sleeved? I'm wondering if it's worth considering bypass instead. Thanks in advance for your help!

Got my sleeve surgery one week ago. Up until today I have felt no hunger and having a hard time getting 2 oz down. Today was the first day I actually felt hungry and ate 4 oz of salmon for dinner and was full but not stuffed. I then had some tea about an hour later and then a protein shake as a snack a few hours later. Didn’t finish but could have. And i am able to take bigger sips without pain. I feel like that is too much this early. Is it maybe just swelling is going down and healing is happening? I don’t want to stretch my stomach out. Anyone else experience this? What is the average amount that should be eaten at each meal this early?

I’m two weeks post-op. And I feel major pangs of regret. My recovery is going fine but I’m missing food. I just want an egg or some cottage cheese. Does anyone have any tips for the regret?

Does anyone have trouble with urinating? Should I be concerned that when I feel like I have to use the restroom, nothing tends to really come out. Prior to surgery, I didn't have an issue, but now I'm not too sure, maybe I need to drink more water? Any suggestions, comments, etc. are always appreciated, thank you!

I have a narrowing of my sleeve. I've had 2 dilations since my surgery 5 months ago. First dilation lasted around 5 weeks before all my symptoms reoccurred. Second dilation lasted under a month and all my symptoms have returned again. I had read that some people have a stent inserted for a few weeks/months to widened the narrowing before having it removed. Anyone had any experience with this? Was it successful?