POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I am 6 weeks out and I haven't loss weight in 2 weeks. I'm not able to exercise right now because I get light headed from not getting all my liquids in from my hernia correction during my surgery. I haven't eaten anything outside my plan what's going wrong? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I had my gastric bypass surgery last Monday, Jan. 23rd and i've been feeling so low and depressed recently. Is this normal? I'm also going stir-crazy in my house and am so bored of watching tv. I also have a giant cyst from the catheter in the downstairs region which is more painful than the actual surgery incisions-which i am getting taken care of tomorrow. So it's a mix of feeling sad, bored, a little hungry for anything other than soup and water, a little lonely and the pain from this damn cyst. Help?

... and I don't know about you, but I'm super excited to be eating tomato soup!! LOL My leak test was the day after my surgery, so I did Clear liquids from tgen until now... I'm now allowed "full liquids" so my day has been pretty exciting (by newly VSG'd standards lol). I had 4 teaspoons of runny oatmeal for Breakfast, 4 teaspoons of yogurt and 3 ounces of a Premier Protein shake as a snack, and now I'm sipping creamy tomato Soup for lunch. How is everyone else doing?? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I've been extremely tired and nauseous with no appetite. I was sleeved on 1/10 (a little over 3 weeks).I've also been very cold too. I'm wondering if I should go to the hospital just to get checked out. Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone experienced any issues when disclosing WLS in careers such as the police or fire service?

I'll be having my sleeve surgery next Monday and I am very worried about getting enough Protein in liquid form. Do you have any suggestings for broths or bullion or see-through Soups and such that you liked or thought were pretty tasty or tolerable while on liquids? I'm looking for suggestion on products/brands to try. I'd like to try a few before surgery so I can do a taste test and stock up on what seemed ok.

I was sleeved on 12/19 and suffer from RA. What has your experience been with RA symptoms after going through a bariatric procedure? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Hi lets keep each other encouraged! Please add me on MyFitnessPal @hoodoodiva

So I will be six weeks next week, and today was sent home from work because I feel like crap. BP was 106/73, which my average is 130/80's.. I am on BP meds as well as thyroid. Made an appt with my Dr today today but I am wondering. . How far were you when you got your first Post op med change? Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

Got up early for a birthday workout, and feeling better than ever oh no or Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just had my operation yesterday morning.. I admit it is more pain then I expected.. But I did it.. I am now on a new road to a happier and healthier life. Still have not tried to eat/drink yet.. Waiting for doctor to give the okay.. I am afraid of what to expect when I go home.... No nurses just a click away... I know one thing.. Once I lose this weight.. I will do everything in my power not to gain it back. Sent from my LG-H820 using the BariatricPal App

Simply became thrilled at the thought I could post saying I was 5 days post op gastric sleeve ☺ progress starts in the mind

I was wondering when everyone else started their purée food stage? Also, did your purée Soups? I am wondering if I puréed ministries soup of it would be ok. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I'm transitioning from puréed to soft foods currently and everything I look up, has a TON of fat or carbs! (One recipe had 101.9g Carbs & 52g fat! VSG portion!) Please shoot your favourite recipes (can be simple or complex), that are either puree friendly or soft food friendly! Going grocery shopping tomorrow & am looking for something to make for the week. Thanks so much in advance. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

One week post op today and I am craving pickle juice or green olives SO BAD!!! It use to be a favorite of mine for years but I was really hoping to kill that craving. Nope, still there. The juice or olives or vinegar was my go to for stomach bug. It always calmed it down. Weird. Amy☆☆☆

Hello, I have been banded for 10 years now. I fill and remove fill from my band every few months. 10 days after my last fill, my port itches very bad. Does anyone of you have a similar experience? Any idea what it could be? Thanks, Joe Sent from my SM-N920C using the BariatricPal App

I'm getting sleeved today and I want to start everything off on the right foot. I see a lot of posts from people who aren't hitting their Water or Protein targets and then are disappointed that they aren't losing as much weight as they hoped. So, I'm hoping for some thinspiration from those of you who 1. Had surgery at an accredited Bariatric Center of Excellence 2. Got clear, detailed post-op instructions on diet, hydration, exercise, etc. 3. Are hitting your water target every day 4. Are hitting your protein target every day 5. Are walking or exercising every day. Tell me about how you have been knocking it out of the park! What have you done right? Do you have any …

So as I am progressively losing weight, I notice how much clothing I can't alter regardless of how skilled my sewing is. Some things were just too big and I don't want to toss them into the bins nor do I really want to keep posting lots of this or that size to sell. SO I thought, if there were people going through this as well, maybe we can set up a clothing exchange for those who really don't have the money to go shopping for every size they drop? I have so much stuff that I would rather see go to someone and then pass it along. Anyone interested? Maybe just pay for shipping and $2 an item this way we all help eachother or something like that. Not trying to gey rich, j…

Just joined want to say Hi everyone Sent from my SM-S920L using the BariatricPal App

I had my sleeve done on the 23rd. Since then, my energy is completely drained, right ear is muffled, and i voimitted for the 3rd time today. I had my 1st post op appointment yesterday and dr said everything is fine. But the couldn't even get a blood pressure reading cause the machine kept saying cos. Last night i had 1 grape and 1/4 cup of strained grape juice around 9 pm. Just now i voimitted that and its noon. Also i have this funny gas feeling by my stomach all the time and it only seems to be affected if i eat something. On top of not having the energy to walk, take a showe, going downstairs. Im completely miserable. Im stuck in bed while my city (houston) and friends…

Hello! I'm 3 days post op and I'm struggling to get in enough fluids. I'm at about 24 ounces of fluids for the day so far, that includes water and premier protein shake. I woke up at about 6am, tried to keep up with taking sips every 5 minutes, but I did take a nap for about 2 hours and got a little off track after that. I know I'm supposed get in about 64 ounces a day and I'm no where near that right now. Has anybody else has trouble with this? I was easily drinking at least 64 ounces of water or more pre op

The time is finally here. My family and I leave for Hawaii at the beginning of the week and the panic is staring to set in. We will be flying for 10.5 (hopefully for the first time being able to use the tray table and without seatbelt extenders) I've been really concerned about Protein and traveling for so long without access to my go to foods. I am 16 weeks post op. My tentative plan is to drink a Premier Protein in the morning before our 6 am flight and I will be carrying on a cheese stick and a P3, plus some beef Jerky. I'm really not excited about any of these choices, but I feel like it is necessary to avoid the carbs and bad choices available to me in the airp…

Not too bad for a 53 year old G-Ma, who was morbidly obese just 3 months ago. Now I'm just overweight and 20 lbs from being within my ideal weight range. I want to lose about 25 more.

Is there such a thing as to skinny I been hearing it alot lately you disappearing withering away to skinny stop losing and in the back of my head I'm like REALLY Sent from my SM-G935T using the BariatricPal App

How long after surgery did it take you to return to your normal life(work, school, exercise, etc....)? How long were you bed ridden for? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

9 months post op. Long ways to go.. but a proud moment of trying on my old clothes! Down 95. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

My apetite is back some and now I feel like I did this in vain Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using the BariatricPal App

My bariatric book advises not to drink alcohol for a year. My sister who had the surgery 4 years ago said she doesn't recall waiting a year and more than likely didn't. Just wondering if you all waited a year or how long you waited AND how you felt after vs. before? I hear you become intoxicated fairly quick. Thx! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anyone have delicious Protein shake recipes? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well, I had my first (and hopefully last) episode of vomiting. I went for a walk and after coming home, I was incredibly thirsty. Without thinking, I gulped many gulps of delicious, cool Water. TERRIBLE DECISION. Instant regret. Holy guacamole. After about a minute or so of awful pain, I felt nauseous. That water came right back up and out. Let my mistake be your lesson: do not drink large quantities quickly. Be mindful every time you put something into your mouth.

Hi, I'm looking for recent info on eating Med. Marijuana. I had an open RNY almost 10 years ago and now use the MM for chronic pain (RA) I would like to eat it do to the effect last longer But I don't get any effect now. Is there something special I can do? I'm sorry if this is not a good place to post. Plz remove if needed

Hi all, I'm about 10 days out now and feeling really lightheaded mainly in the morning and at night. I'm getting all my Water and Protein in every day but not sure how to get this under control, any of you experience this? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had vsg on 1/23 and first couple of days were rough. I voimitted the first night, bad gas pain, & i was just miserable. Now on day 3, im not in pain but to the fluids i need is hard cause im full. I also have a runny nose, sneezing, diarrhea, and muscles feel like i just worked out. I dont feel like myself which is causing doubt. Did anyone else felt like this and if so how long did it last Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Okay - is this really just "embrace the stall"?? HW 310 SW 300 CW 244 I've weighed in around 244 for the past 2 months. Yes. 8 weeks. My surgery was 9/15 so what gives?? A 2 month stall at the 3rd month? I know stalls happen, but this one doesn't seem normal. I get my Vitamins, Protein, plenty of Water. I weight train and do cardio. I'm so confused and even more frustrated!!! Has anyone else even heard of a stall so soon after surgery?!

Hi all I'm 16 days post op (in the pureed stage) and although I don't have a feeling of hunger I'm kind of getting so bored with the options I am allowed. So I have been chewing on food I see in the kitchen to get the taste, but then spit it out into a tissue instead of swallowing. Apart from being gross, is this bad ? Had anyone else done it? Sent from my SM-A300H using the BariatricPal App

I'm officially on the losers bench . Surgery went well yesterday and I feel great. Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

Those of you who have been sleeved please tell me what you were most pleased with concerning your surgery and recovery period. Also what disappointed you the most concerning the surgery and the period up to where you are now. It can be physical, mental, diet,etc. Any adjustments you found easy or difficult. How has it changed your life?

3weeks out...Doing good so far...When did u guys have sex...I am 30pounds down since the start...including my ten liquid diet.... Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal App

Hi all! I was sleeved 12/23/15. SW: 236.2 lbs CW: 165.2 lbs I've lost 71 lbs overall. I have been very happy with my results! However, I am wanting to tone up more. I am starting an advocare 24 day challenge on Monday (2/6) and increasing my exercise (I've been slacking). I was wondering if anyone else has tried this??? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Im 7 das out from surgery. Been cleared for pureed foods. shakes make me ill. Ive tryed several and mixing fruit n ice still makes me sick. My problem is im not loosing. Im walking as much as i can n still nothing... I feel like a failure. Sent from my 5056N using the BariatricPal App

I'm at the 3 week point as of today. People have said I look like I've lost weight. And I have, but I don't "see" it. Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App

Since this week (9 PO), my appetite really decrease a lot and my gastrointestinal reflux is increased... Iam not NAuseated or vomiting and not feeling pain... just getting full much more faster than last month. Anyone experiencing that ???

How do u lose inches and no weight . Is this just muscle weight? Also what's a day like for eating whose almost 6 weeks out? Sent from my SM-G930R4 using the BariatricPal App

I take cholesterol and blood pressure medication now, scheduled for surgery a week from today. I am curious to know how these meds are handled following surgery during the recovery weeks (liquids only and soft foods stages). They are both large pills, so will I have to crush and put in the liquids (they both taste nasty, so hopefully not), or will I just hold off until I am at solids stage again? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hi I'm new to this I'm due for surgery tomorrow 2/3/17 I'm very excited yet very nervous any suggestions on how to kill the nerves Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi I would like to know if anyone have gained back any weight after 3 years surgery, how do I get back on track.... help Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I'm 4 weeks out as of tomorrow and 24 pounds down! this morning I woke up and went to the gym as per usual and on my way home I realized how much I was smiling and how good I felt. I have been struggling a lot with depression and anxiety for the past 2 and a half years and it felt so incredible realizing that I feels like I'm finally reaching the end of that dark tunnel! I was told to stop my medication for the first two months post op which was terrifying to me a few weeks back, but now realizing how insanely well I've been doing emotionally the past couple of weeks feels like one of my biggest accomplishments so far without a doubt! Sent from my iPhone using the …

I've been very successful with losing but still sometimes have a hard time seeing who I am now. This happens when I unexpectedly see myself in a reflection and don't recognize myself, when I am folding clothing and thinking that it won't fit when I *know* it's my size. The psychology of weight loss is pretty strange. Do we all go through this at some point? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, My partner and I made it safely back to New Orleans late last night after three-and-a-half weeks in Southeast Asia (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam). It was an amazing trip -- enlightening, exotic, beautiful -- but I am very happy to be back home. I weighed on my own scale this morning for the first time since December 19. Preliminarily, I lost 13 pounds during this time. I say preliminary because I'll be curious to see what my weight is Monday or Tuesday after I settle back into my normal routine and lose some of the bloat from the long airplane ride and the sodium from the airplane food. Here are some things I learned (or remembered) a…

Im on the puree diet and i havent lost any wait in a week !! Maybe more please help me get back on the good path Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App