POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Hellooo, I just wanted to pass on some POSITIVE energy to everyone struggling and too scared to mention it on this app or to anyone who just needs POSITIVE feedback. It's OK to mess up and it's OK to stall, whether you believe in yourself or not I believe we'll all get to where we want to be !

I must not be drinking enough. Stomach is growling all of the time. Only 4 days post op. Lost 18lbs. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

This is a collage my daughter sent me to show me my progress.....it definitely keeps me motivated to continue this journey. The picture of me without the hat was taken Christmas 2015; the picture of me in the black hat was taken April 2017-about 8 weeks post surgery (same dress!).Thank you VSG!!!! Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

How long before you can have sex again? My doc says whenever I feel up to it, what did you guys experience? If you don't mind me prying lol

So I'm just over 2 months post. Down 72lbs as of this morning. Feeling amazing. However I am noticing that with my diet being open to whatever food I want, at work I find myself often bored and grabbing a handful of nuts, or a couple 5cent candies, or some jerky or or or or or.... Before I get the keyboard heroes telling me about this cardinal sin in weight loss. I am still loosing weight drastically (roughly 1.5 lbs a day atm), my calories even with the snacks sit under 1200cal daily. And I'm likely overthinking it... I guess I'm asking how some of you with slower jobs/desk jobs handle the old habits like this? My go too is sunflower seeds which keeps me busy …

I am 9 days out and having shooting pains in this incision. Its where my drain was. There is a little bump that I'm trying to point to, and it HURTS! I don't want to freak out and wondering if anyone else had this. I honestly think all my incisions have been doing pretty well, then today this little guys been bugging me. [emoji20] [emoji31] Sent from my SM-G925V using BariatricPal mobile app

I feel terrible I eat rt. And get all my proteins in daily but I drink win almost daily I'm open for advice

Has anyones doctors ok'd them to add a banana to the protein shake? I know some say u can have mashed bananas during pureed stage but I read its best to avoid fruit for a month. My NUT never said that

Hi, i am 9 weeks into my sleeve op and have heard from a few cases where sudden weight loss has led to a heart attack! Does anyone have any ideas regarding? Sent from my SM-N910F using BariatricPal mobile app

Has anyone's surgeon given them a calorie goal? I can hit 500-600. Is that too much? I am still on a full liquid diet and really enjoy the tomato soup. I usually have 2 cups throughout the day and 1 premier protein shake. I get to 45 carbs a day. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

I am on my third week and I am on puréed foods. Everyone has been telling me to try the ricotta bake. I made it tonight it tasted like heaven but after 3 bites I was sick. It was sitting in my chest and I felt like throwing up but didn't. Why would I feel like that if I was allowed this and I don't know what could have hurt me. I'm disappointed the one thing that actually taste good and I get sick. I feel like I will never eat my favorite foods ever again. I am so upset!!!

Hello wondering how everyone deals with eating out whether it's lunch with friends or dinner dates etc.

I know we all gauge pain differently so it's a semi tough question, but I guess I'm asking, what you had sort of imagined mentally vs. the real pain, how did it compare??

So, I know people will have different answers to this. i am curious what different people did, or experienced with relation to diet and activity and work. I am pre-op, sleeve to be done late Oct or early Nov. I'm looking for your post-op experience, in weeks, like maybe.... week 1 liquids--felt tired but ok, not hungry Week 2 went back to work on day 9 after surgery Week 2-4 purees and liquid --craving real food but not truly hungry week 4-5---still working, but more tired than I thought I'd be.... week 5 ---started solids, 5-6 tablespoons So, if you would, please give me your simplified first 6-8-10 weeks, and what was going on for you in te…

Hey everyone, I was sleeved Aug 30/17 and have had nothing but a rough go since. My pain in hospital was not well managed and I also had a large hiatus hernia repair as well as a bunch of adhesions removed. All of my bowels were adhered together and to my abdominal wall as well as my liver flipped upwards and adhered to the abdominal wall. So, needless to say there was a lot of work done. However, I now am post op day 6 have an awful sharp to dull ache under my left breast all the time and I don't know what to do about it. My MD thought it was just air trapped but its not, Ive been up walking and taking gasx to help with whatever I can. The pain seems to increase whe…

I'm about a week post op (9/5/17) and I am feeling hunger pangs- or what I think is hunger pangs! I'm on liquids right now but I don't feel completely satisfied, I desperately want to eat at times, I would kill just for a grape! Uhggg. I was under the impression my hunger pangs would be non existent after surgery, but that's not the case for me. How did you deal with hunger pangs so soon after surgery? I also feel like I am able to drink too much too fast. I can finish a bottle of premier protein within 20 mins. I am mindful of pacing myself but I feel like my stomach can handle a lot more liquid than I should be able to? I'm just really paranoid of stretching my stoma…

Ugh I teach 8th grade and had a very long day today and an open house tonight. Was just temped and gave in and ate 15 goldfish crackers. Chewed until they were nothing but the salt and the crunch will get me through the night! sleeved 8/15, down 42 lbs since started preop diet on 7/29 good luck everyone!

I just need help with a food plan and nobody ever responds to my post I just want to get back in track

Is it bad I don't sip anymore I'm about 2 months out but Im a big guy at 6'2-6'3 never really sipped when I drunk anything it doesn't hurt if i don't but should I be?

So, I was down a solid 40 pounds in 6 weeks. Awesome. I've had lots of complications, still having swallowing issues, but I've been walking daily now and I know I'm keeping my calories down and I probably am NOT getting in enough protein. But that aside I was typically dropping a pound a day, at least most days. Since June 12th, 16 days ago, I've not lost a single pound! I've gained 2! I read postings on here that this is a simple stall and it will pass and I appreciate having access to all of you for support. However this is freaking me out! How long are theses stalls typically for all of you? I know "we are all different" but how long do these last f…

Here's what I know about stalls: -Everyone has them -They are often a natural "famine" response that your body has in reaction to rapid weight loss -It's not what I'm eating at this stage (one month out) because I couldn't possibly eat less! -I need to be more careful with drinking water -Weighing myself everyday doesn't help -It doesn't matter what I know, stalling makes me crazy!!!!!!

I don't know what has been going on with me lately. I am just not satisfied until I have stuffed myself. Today I had 1/4 cup oatmeal, 4 oz low card meatloaf after the meatloaf I was set for another 2-3 hours. Then I had a cheese stick and half an orange. Then an hour later I had some sugar free fruit Snacks 30 mins later I went and got subway (multigrain flat bread) I have only eating half of the 6 in. Any ideas on what I can do? I stopped drinking the Protein shakes they ate so gross tasting. Am I eating too much? I feel like I could be stretching my pouch out. I haven't lost more than 2lbs in 3 months. I had surgery May 26th 2016. Please help! Sent from my iPhone us…

Surgery 9/6/17. All was well. This morning I woke to what feels like incredible hunger pains. I was sent home with nausea and pain pills but I am unclear what I'm feeling. I took the pain pills, sipped on 1/4 cup of milk but this pain is not going away. It's Sunday so I will need OTC meds. Ideas on what I'm feeling and how to stop it?

I am not complaining! I appear to be a slow loser which isn't really a surprise with the amount of problems I have getting my Synthroid to absorb. I was just wondering if there are any ways that other have found successful to boost their metabolism. I was sleeved 8/28 and will be on liquids for one more week. I get between 500-600 calories a day and have no problem getting my water in. I try to take a 2-3 mile walk 6 days a week. Thanks!!

Hey guys so I've gotten sleeved on 9/5 and was discharged on Thursday. I'm home now and no major pain complaints my one problem is that I cannot get the 64 ounces of liquids down. I can barley tolerate a few sips at a time and when I try to drink more than I can tolerate I get extremely nauseous and have to deep breathe in order not to throw up. Swallowing anything at all causes me stomach pain and I've no idea what to do. Any advice would be greatly appreciated[emoji18]. Also is it ok to take gas x soft gels or is it strictly strips ?

It's been 6 days now since my surgery! And this gas pain wont go away my mid back is so sore I've walked drink my fluids and nothing!! I can't even sleep at night because of the pain!!! Help pls

I had surgery yesterday and I am really sore my neck back abd throat. It also hurts so bad to cough. I had tomato soup and I am really sore in my stomach area. Any advise please

So I am 10 days out (which I know isn't far out) and I am in more pain now, then when I was in the hospital. I saw my Dr today and he said it's normal. I can only walk a little at a time and standing after a min or 2 it feels like someone is stabbing with a sharp heated knife. I have to find my breathe and I get lightheaded. I have a very high pain tolerance so to me maybe something is wrong. I think the fact he acted like I was seeking pain meds pissed me off the most. I told him I am almost out of pain meds he gave me, just to show that I have had to take them due to the pain. I didn't want more even told him so. My dad was with me and he was very upset with the…

I asked yesterday how bad did the sleeve REALLY hurt and got great answers. I forgot to mention I have to have a hiatal hernia repaired. Bound to be a game changer?!

so I want to know I have been taking prenatal multi vitamin because they are set well in my stomach are they different that regular multivitamins

First of all, SO glad to have found this site. I had my gastric band op 10 days ago. The first week was excruciating in terms of trapped air, nausea, post op pain but now recovering well. I am currently on a liquid diet - concerned as I am supposed consuming liquid like soup, protein shakes, milk etc but have only been consuming water and tea. The first few days I had some yoghurt and soup but developed a repulsion i.e nausea to anything milk based. Prior to the op I purchased an lot of high protein milk based shakes just for this phase but have touched a single one. - Should I be worried? Especially with the emphasis placed on 'high protein' consumption? - When entering…

I'm 6 weeks post-op around 41/2-5 weeks I started having some issues with restriction and stomach gas when I tried to eat I originally thought it might be the first signs of gallbladder issues. I saw my surgeon this week and he is scheduling an endoscopy he thinks it could be a stricture. Has this happened to anyone else how did it resolve itself?

Im wondering about taking Ginkgo Biloba. I have been having some memory loss and feeling " fuzzy headed" lately. I'm 8 months out. Is it ok to take?

I had surgery on Thursday and I have not gone to the bathroom since last Wednesday. It will be a week tomorrow. Is this normal or should I be concerned. I don't feel bloated or even have the feeling that I have to go. I'm getting concerned should I take a stool softener. Is this normal? Should I take something or just let it happen when it happens. Sorry to much info[emoji45]

When I first had surgery, two sips of water made me feel like I'd eaten Thanksgiving dinner. Slowly I could drink more, but even a week ago I had that full feeling after 2 oz food. And I have been slowly losing nicely. I am trying to keep my calories around 800 until 3 months and raise them to 1000 at three months plus add more exercise. Sometimes lately I go over, to 900 or 1000 cals already. Still losing some ounces each day. Now I am scared it might come to an end. I didn't have carb cravings until now, just a shaky feeling that meant "I need protein." For the first time last night, I got a crab craving or a sweet tooth. I tried to fight it by eating some…

My surgeon does an ab pain block similar to an epidural where you feel nothing for hours. Like when you go to the dentist and the object you and block the pain? So they told me they don't really give pain meds the day you're In For surgery has anyone else experienced that?

All of the paperwork provided to me from my provider says no coffee or caffeine. Not just at one stage, but all stages. I understand that during the initial weeks of healing (maybe) coffee might cause a problem. But it is expected that I an never have coffee again? I drink my coffee Black - no cream, no sugar. Granted, I used to drink a lot of it - but I've been sleeved on 8/23 and am craving for just a few sips of my delicious beverage. I'm curious as to the roles coffee and caffeine can play on the success of this surgery. So few questions: 1. Why no coffee? 2. Why no caffeine? 3. If allowed, when can I start having it again? *Agai…

My temp is up to 99.7. Should I be concerned? I'm post-op day 4.

So I just started my vitamins yesterday and they make me nauseated each time. Anyone else experience this? Does it get better with time? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi all, I am new to forums. I started though because I have a serious concern and question. I believe I have stretched my new stomach, a good bit, more than normal. I am just at a year after my sleeve. I find myself to be able to eat a good bit. Like two slices of pizza. I've eaten half of a normal sandwich with chips. I really think its because I've been pushing it and also drinking carbonated drinks. I understand changes need to be made! I am mostly concerned with getting back to a normal size stomach. Is it possible to go back? I haven't done irreparable damage, right? All help is appreciated!! Again, I know its my fault that my stomach could be too str…

so I want to know I have been taking prenatal multi vitamin because they are set well in my stomach are they different that regular multivitamins

Since coming home (sleeved on 8/15) I've taken the anti ulcer pill every day and the chewable bariatric fusion vitamins suggested by my surgeon. I don't take other meds. Definitely having issues with constipation and was wondering if an over the counter stool softener pill is ok to take??? I'm also taking milf of magnesia (liquid) but definitely need more assistance. Thoughts???? Thanks

I am 7 days post op and still have pretty significant pain in my shoulders from the gas they use to inflate the abdomen. I had a sleeve, hiatal hernia repair and adhesion lysis from gallbladder removal. Anyone else still suffering? HW: 317 SW:295.4 CW:282.2 GW:150 Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi all, This is my first time posting my own thread and at this point I feel so lousy I'm desperate. I got sleeved two days ago (8/23) and released about 26 hours ago. I'm so miserable I'm regretting the surgery but at the same time I know I won't long term. It's just anxiety, gas and pain making me uncomfortable. The pain isn't too bad but I definitely vomited up one of my liquid pain killer doses and I'm not getting down anything near the 64 ounces or 80-100 g of protein they want. Spoke to my surgeon's team several times today and they were mildly concerned but I told them I spent the day sleeping, sipped on liquids whenever I was awake (short periods of time) and my…

I had some issues with portion control, I then found out using a small plate for the main course (steak, fish, etc.) and two small 4Oz Ramekins to hold your side dishes helps a lot, that way you don't concentrate on filling the plate and the ramekins give the illusion you're getting a lot of food.

I notice when I drink or eat I have like gurgling in my stomach or from throat down to stomach. I can't explain it really but I don't know if it's normal. It almost feels like I have to burp and it's stuck. I have no pain or anything. Someone please let me know what you think[emoji31]

I was feeling better till today that i was discharged i still feel the pressure from gas. My question is when it comes to the medicine i have to crush the pills? Im still a little nauseous is that normal? When will i start feeling better?

Anyone else start out having no issue with fluids, like water and start having trouble down the road? I have been able to drink without issue since surgery but in the past week or so, fluids - especially water is very hard for me to get down. I feel nauseas immediately after drinking more than an ounce or two at a time. I was able to drink 64 oz a day easily before, now struggling to get in half that. I am not having much of a difference in what I can eat food wise, seems to just be relative to fluid. Just curious if anyone else experienced this....

So my husband did me a protein and blended the moisture packet that came in the vegaone protein powder. I drank two sips then I noticed paper [emoji19] what to do is it going to harm me??

We've hit our six month mark. How is everyone doing? I'm down 66 pounds. Have stalled this last week but still progressing.