POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

What is the weight limit post-op

How is everyone doing with rice? When did you guys start eating it? Im good with whole wheat pasta and gluten free bread.

Is sugar free gum okay 5days post op ??? I just want to chew lol

So far I have lost about 65 pounds but haven't lost any weight in almost 3 months anybody else have this happen and start Losing again. I just feel like I'm done at this point is like to loose 15 to 20 more

I started this amazing weight loss journey on March 21, 2016 with my six month pre-op diet program, so tomorrow marks the one year anniversary of the day that I began the journey to get healthier and to take back my life. As I wrap this year up, I have lost 182 pounds (99 during the pre-op diet program and 83 since the surgery on September 28, 2016). The time has just flown by, and it amazes me every day how much my life is different. I had my annual physical with my PCP last Thursday, and my labs came back this morning. Everything is in the normal range. That is also so cool. The bottom line is that all of the hard work is worth it. My relationship with food is now…

Surgery was last wedn. I have lost 0 lbs. I lost 6 lbs in the 24 hrs after the surgery while in the hospital. Then today was weighed at drs and up 3 lbs from that weight. [emoji35]

I will be 4 years out in July. At 1 year out, I had lost 122 pounds. I was told I was too thin ( 5'6" 155 lbs). Stupidly, I continued to exercise, but got lax with my good food choices and pitched the "rules." Each year at my annual exam, I have steadily gained weight. My surgeon said in the beginning that her goal weight for me was 200 pounds. My pre-surgery weight was 283. She told me to just not gain anymore. About 6 months ago, I was having problems with reflux. My pcp sent me to digestive disease docs. They did an endo because I had also been throwing up quite a bit after eating. The video of the endo procedure showed that I had a restriction where the pylorus goes…

Hi, I'm almost 4 weeks post op. I've not had nausea until yesterday & then again today. It came on Super strong out of no where. At my 3 week follow up the doc placed me back on liquids because I was having really bad pain trying to get the soft foods down. Anyone else on here experience this. What was the issue? This nausea is awful

My surgery went well. I'm just filled with trapped gas which really hurts. And i can't keep anything down.

I am over 2 weeks post op and down over 25lbs. The past 2 days I have been getting very lightheaded as I stand up. it gets to the point on 2 occasions I had to sit back down. Anyone have this issue and should I be concerned? Im getting plenty of fluids. Could this simply be from the rapid weight loss?

Can drinking fluid every 5-10 mins Stretch sleeve even if you empty Out a lot?

I haven't seen too many people say they're drinking coconut water. Is that a no-no? I figured for the hydration purpose, it would be a good alternative to water? Anyone drinking that post-op?

I'm currently 9 days post-op. After a rough first day at home after surgery, things have mellowed out a lot and I find I am better with each passing day. Like, a LOT better. As in, if I didn't have healing incisions, the memory of surgery, and a lack of normal hunger sensations, I would not know I had surgery. My energy levels are at 100%, I have no pain, I can exercise fully, and nothing hurts when I attempt any activity. I am meeting all of my Protein, Fluid, Vitamin, and exercise goals. And my pouch seems happy. My nutritionist advanced me to pureed foods yesterday and I'm having no issues with anything I've tried. I have the sense I could eat more,…

Since we can only sip liquids, how do I swallow pills once I have the surgery. I can't swallow them dry.

Still in a lot of pain is it normal to still fill the discomfort when I drink something

I went to my "Post-Op" Class yesterday and found out that during the first week I have to drink 1 ounce of Water every 15 minutes for a total of 64 ounces a day so that I won't get dehydrated. We were told to set a timer so we are getting this Fluid down every 15 minutes. I did the math and if we actually do this we are going to have to be awake for 16 hours a day. If we are recovering from surgery, how are we supposed to be getting any rest if we are awake for 16 hours every day for a week? Would you experienced sleevers please explain to me how you got through this week doing this? (My surgery is scheduled for April 6th.)

I'm 8 days post-op and always tired.... weak. I'm not feeling like I'm going to pass out or anything but just depleted ! After doing small things I feel drained ! My surgeon said it's normal but I'm so ready to have all the energy I hear about

"Lord give me patience and HURRY IT UP!" I have know idea who said that but the phrase stuck with me. Lol. I'm waiting not so patiently to get the call that I'm approved and can schedule a surgery date!! In the meantime, I get on here to read the good, the bad, the ugly and mostly to see all of your before and after pics! After tonight's reading about someone's dreaded stall, a thought sparked. How often should we way ourselves? I know when I did weight watchers (all 700 times) I was told to way once a week. Is it hard not to become obsessed with the scale? Also, another question. Any veterans on here? I understand most people keep their weight off 1 year, wha…

I am trying to figure out how is it possible that people gain weight despite the dumping syndrome that exists in Gastric Bypass patients, virtually due to the fact that the Pylorus is not intact? If anyone has answers to this, please feel free to share. Is it that people have figured out how to cheat the punishment factor of Dumping, and get around it? Thanks, Gabriel

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Hi all, My surgery was yesterday and thank God no pain or nausea just a very bloated belly that was uncomfortable and prevented me from making my water and protein goals yesterday. After a suppository, anti gas medicine and lots and lots of walking today I have been able to get back on track getting in my liquids. Btw Torrance Memorial is amazing, nice individual rooms and they have the best staff. Also, my surgeon Dr Solomon is awesome. Small incisions no drain no catheter and calming demeanor. Yay! Good luck and prayers for everyone in this journey.

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I am only 10 days post op and I can eat one scrambled egg. From everything I've read, people can't eat more then 2-3 bites without feeling full. Should I be concerned that I can eat one whole scrambled egg and don't feel that way? I'm content after I eat it and I don't feel sick.

Hello everyone, so I'm 3 days post op sleeve and I can not eat! I have no desire to eat or drink anything. I take small sips of broth and protein shakes but only a couple. Water goes down fine too. I'm scared to get that full feeling because I honestly do not want to throw up! So I always stop before I feel full. I had nausea the first 2 days but now it's gone. I don't want to become dehydrated or malnourished. How often am I suppose to be eating ? And how much ? Please give me some advice. I really want to do this right !

Are deviled eggs ok ? During the purred stage? I have like 3 days left on this puréed diet & My post opp appointment is around the corner (YAY) ... So can I have them? Should I wait? Because I've been eatting scrambled and boiled eggs .... THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!

5 days post-op...no weight loss....is that normal?

Just came from the surgeon asked him about my pathology reports & im positive for H-pylori ?? Antibiotics for 3 weeks any others ??

Today is the 6 month anniversary from the start of my preop diet. Ive lost 110lbs and am the thinest I have been since I reached drinking age. I went from a size 26-28 to a 18-20. Yesterday I had to take two links out of my fancy fitbit bracelet and its still loose. I am no longer a diabetic (thou still pre diabetic for now). I dont have to use my bipap for sleep apnea. My tendonitis in my elbows has resolved and my knees no longer hurt everday. I went from zero minutes of exercise a week to a min of 210. I have been seen in a swimsuit... in public... without a tshirt and shorts covering it up. I am working with a trainer and lifting weights. Its amazing what this surge…

That's how long it took to make my original goal weight of 139.9 pounds. I am thrilled but now that I'm here I can see I still have work to do, especially in stomach area. Every day I can see more loose skin but I'll take that over fat any day of the week. Though I want to lose a bit more, If I do not lose another pound I am totally ok with that. The progress has been more than I hoped for! Booked a cruise to celebrate and bought and will actually wear bathing suits!! Woohoo!!!

Chick fill a grilled nuggets OR chick fill a classic nuggets? ( the last time I got the grilled they where very oily) Sleeved

Right now I'm trying to free up my schedule and cancel some trips. One of them will be approximately two months after in the Amazon jungle. I know it is up to the surgeon's discretion but I was just wondering physically how most were feeling at that time. Because who wants to be on vacation and feeling horribly dehydrated and really weak.

How many lbs were anyone told not to lift and how long?

Hello im 3 months post op. I'm going through what I hope is a phase, where I'm hungry alllll the time. Like I'll eat and be full.. but 10 minutes later I'm hungry again. I'm literally just always hungry. It wasn't like this up until about a week ago. It's worrying me and I just hope it's a phase or something.

I am 7 days post op and I've been doing great with my diet of liquids but I'm curious what full feels like. I have yet to feel hunger so I am eating because I need to. I haven't eaten until I feel pain or discomfort so I'm starting to get concerned I'm not noticing it. What did full feel like to you this early on? I eat (drink rather) my broths and such very slowly and eat my Greek yogurt very slowly but I don't feel anything.

I had my RNY surgery on 1/26. I started at 214. Immediately afterwards I was 222 with fluids. Then it dropped to 204 pretty quickly, where it stalled for two weeks. Then I had a drop to 197, and it stalled for a couple of weeks. I read a ton of posts on here and elsewhere, but nothing I found explained stalls as well as this article http://100down.org/the-whoosh-effect I think I'm starting a whoosh, after two weeks of not budging the last few days I lost .2, .4, 1.4 lbs each day. DH and I were talking and if you read the article, the starvation hypothesis makes sense, so while I can't cheat I will make more of an effort to consistently hit 1000-1200 kcal and convince my …

Im 6 days post op and depressed...im hungry all the time and i keep thinking about food i almost dream about it! Im soooo tired of the clear liquid diet and im ready to add some more things to drink on my list but if i follow my dr recommendations it should only be in 3 days....how far along did u start ur full liquid diet? I also have a continuous headache since the surgery altho i drink all my fluids....anyone had the same?

I got cleared to eat regular food. My doctor told me to eat 3 times a day, no snacking. I need ideas on what other people are eating.

1week post op and no matter how much I brush my teeth and floss and use mouth wash my breath still stinks Why ?????? Does this have something to do with the surgery or does my breath just stink !!! Help any suggestions any similar experiences u guys will like to share

I'm 1 Wk from surgery, feeling great, no pain or anything. I just don't know how I can survive not having any food for 2 more weeks. Any ideas will be helpful. I don't want to cheat because I know it's for my own good. But it is hard.

Hi everyone. I had my RNY 1/4/16. My doctor advanced me to a regular diet Feb 16th. I have finally figured out how much to eat and knowing when one more bite will bite me back. At least most of the time I do. The last few weeks I am having issues when I start drinking liquids 1/2 to 1 hour after a meal. It causes pain and vomiting a lot of the time. I know that I am chewing good (you can tell when it comes back out). Sometimes there seems to be no ryhme or reason as to it beign WHAT I ate. One day I do eggs just fine, but the next they don't move on through. I backed down to soft foods and purees, and today has been ok. But this did actually ha…

So Tommorow is one week post op and I feel like I'm doing something wrong. I can barely get in 20g of Protein a day, and am never hungry. Today I went out on a limb to try and ensure I'm following rules. I had a sugar free pop sickle and then I began sipping on my protein premier shake (strawberries n cream), I also had unsweet tea with three Splenda, and sips of Water. I got nauseated and then puked up some nasty smelling stuff that was dark n color. I had also swallowed two pills one for acid reflux and an Iron pill within secs of each other. Did I do something wrong?

Hi all! Im still deciding if i should go ahead with the surgery because im not sure if i will be able to accept eating so little after the surgery.. is there anyone out there that regrets doing the surgery or they feel its the best decision they have made to go ahead? Thanks!

So I've been having these pains lately and been trying figure out how to explain the feeling. I just figured it out they feel like contractions!!! Have anyone else feel these types of pain?

.......does it ever go away????I am 3 mos post op and wondering if it truly goes away or am i gonna be stuck with dimples forever ?lol

I am 2 weeks post op. Feeling great. When did you veteran sleevers start doing housework. I need to vacuum!! But the Doc said no lifting over 10 lbs for 6 weeks. I was very active prior to being sleeved. My house is a mess help!!

I am 4 days out and supposed to be on a soft diet. In all my infinite food wisdom, I ate about an ounce of baked salmon tonight. Now I am having some indigestion and my chest feels very heavy. What do I do now?

I didn't have to ask for one, mine came in my surgery booklet, but if your bariatric team hasn't given you one, I highly recommend you asking for one. Especially if you are at the beginning of your journey and worrying about eating out. This has come in handy many times, does anyone else use theirs if you do have something like this?

At times it legit sounds like I'm breathing through my ear! Anyone?

Hi, new to this app! Had surgery Fri March 17th...about how long did it take everyone to move around freely with no pain...I get that terrible stretching feeling when sitting or going to stand...I go back to work in 5 days...hope to be functioning better.

I had the sleeve done on March 15th. Surgery went smooth I was released the next day I haven't had any issues with Nausea or vomiting, my urine is clear in color, and have been taking in fluids with zero problems, My only concern is always feeling lightheaded is this Normal ??? And I'm constantly feeling hungry I'm in Stage 2 Full Liquids when does everything become normal !!!! I'm feeling really low plus the scale is not moving what am I doing wrong ?