POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I'm almost 20 weeks post-op, and I'm hungry. I eat on very regular schedule, and generally eat the same thing daily. My largest meal is dinner, which comes to around 4 ounces. I get about 1000 calories a day but I feel like I could eat 1500 without getting sick. I'm having to resist snacking, which wasn't a problem a month ago. I'm not feeling much restriction. Are there signs to look for in a stretched sleeve, and is there truly a way to "reset" a sleeve? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

8 weeks post op and have been back in the gym for 3 weeks now. Weight loss is going great and I'm not in any pain. But my ribcage feels tender all the time. You know when someone tries to crack your back by lifting you up from behind with your arms crossed against your chest? It kinda feels like someone did that and squeezed just a bit too tight. Is this normal? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm happy to say I am down 42 pounds and a pant size. Also down in the 200s. It's been years since I've been there! I'm glad I did this!! I've had no problems with anything. I have another visit with the surgeon in March so I'll probably get lab work then. I'm so excited!! This losers bench is awesome and comfy!! HW 379 SW 341 CW 299.1 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello, haven't posted in a while, hopefully there are still some good Veterans around here who can reassure me. Lately i've been noticing energy drops but also notice that I tend to get full faster? I mean I normally have cheeze string with about 8 cashews for snack. but this week I can only eat half of my cheese and nuts and I feel like I'm about to bust. Do fullness vary sometimes? should I be worried? I get the feeling it's like this for all my meals lately. 2 bites and I'm full I guess my "feeling" drained is a result of that eating less. but this week I can't even get out of bed to go to the gym. just worried a bit

I just had my surgery on the 24th of January. Im on Clear liquids till tomorrow. Here's my question though. Has anyone felt like they have to burp themselves after taking a drink? Or is that the full feeling when I feel There's a burp stuck and it won't come out. Has anyone has to deal with this? Misty

I am 5 weeks postop and I have a general feeling of fatigue and I get winded really easily. I live in New York City so I'm often running up and down flights of stairs for my commute. When I get to the top of the stairs I have to stop because I'm so week. I want to start exercising but I'm so exhausted by the time that I get home from work I can't even think about exercising. Will this start to get better? Will I have more energy soon? Or do you think I should start exercising now even though I'm exhausted and build up my stamina and endurance? I've just Never felt this way before. I've felt lazy and full from food but I didn't feel weak. I am dropping weight fairly quickl…

Just curious about alcoholic drinks and how long after surgery before having one. I know beer is out because of the carbonation but I was wondering about other alcohol. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Question: does anyone take Protein pills? Do you like them? Do they work? How much of a difference did you feel? What brand? Etc etc Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

I tried to post this before but I guess the Bariatric Gods did like it IM 64 days out and i am loving it. I know the first time my Doctor told me I have to walk 10000 steps a day I want to cuss him out a hundred fold. In my mind i was thinking what the f**k are you talking about im not about to run a Marathon what is this foolishness you speak of. It was another one of those moments when I was about to throw in the towel. But i got over it told myself I dont have to do 10000 a day I can do 2000 maybe 3500 but then i had my surgery and I started to lose and lose and lose and this energy made me get up and walk I noticed that when i walk I can poop easier and the weight c…

I was warned about this but now it is so obvious people are hating on me for having success with weight loss. I have a friend who is always trying new diets and asking me to join her. I always politely decline. I have lost about 43 lbs and she looks about the same. I can see her looking me up and down and making comments about me not eating my food. I haven't brought myself to tell very many people about my surgery. I am not sure what is holding me back. My husband, daughter, parents, and best friend know. I plan to eventually let people know but I am just not quite ready yet.......????

I've been in the 230's for weeks. Barely eating much ; running the track etc. When will this stall break !? I'm starting to get really frustrated.. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery on 1/24 and I've been hitting my Water goal every day but only about 1/3rd of my Protein goal. It's getting easier though. But my calorie intake has been averaging around 150 calories a day... that sounds not healthy. Is it normal to consume so few calories in the very beginning? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm at a stall and need to rework some things to get my weight loss working again, but is the pouch test really necessary and sure to work?

Ladies this is a little tmi but is it normal to get a period 3 days after surgery? I haven't gotten a heavy period in about 2 months now. It started Monday just spotting but yesterday and today it's super heavy. Help!? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Am I the only person that posts my progress pics in my gallery!! Come on people,show off those sexy new bods!!! My fascination with pictures dates wayyyy back to my childhood, I would sit in my moms closet knee deep in her childhood photographs, been hooked ever since!! Anyways, I'd love to see you guys progress!!! Please post!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've never been one for meds, and this surgery has officially doubled the number of prescriptions I've had in my life. Has anyone else had adverse side effects? I've been drowsy and lethargic AH. I'be been chalking this up to the meds more so than the surgery, because by the evening I start to pep up a bit since I moved my evening round of bills to just before bedtime. Here's my list- liquid Fiber (been avoiding this lately because this stuff is some weapons grade laxative and it did its job) Miralax Tylenol (over the counter; only as needed) Oxycodone (I haven't been taking these- too scared of getting addicted and the pain has been very manageable or non-existen…

I went back to work yesterday, and made it through ok. Today was a bit tougher. Physically I don't have a ton of energy, and I am still sore. Wearing actual "work" clothes is difficult because my pants rub on my incisions, and my bra rubs on the one near the breast bone. It is just uncomfortable all around. I would say that going back to a desk job is doable after 1 week, but I think it is best to stay out at least 2 weeks if you can. The good news is that I still have not really had any complications. I am getting in all of my liquids, and Protein, and I am actually averaging about 500 - 600 calories a day already. I have lost 11lbs in the one week pre-op before the su…

I had the lapband for 5 years and after complications, I had revision to sleeve (12/28/74). With the lapband I lost 80 pounds so it did help but now with sleeve I have lost only 9 pounds in a month. Yesterday was my 1 month check up (few days early) and both the Dr and myself were disappointed at the weightloss (1 pound in 2 wks)... I have been on the soft food stage and exercising as much as I can fit into my schedule. I do cardio throughout the day (kinder teacher so we dance and exercise to learning songs) and then walk 1-2 miles after school depending on when I can leave. Then go get my children from daycare, get home by 6pm, cook dinner, get bathes and kids ready fo…

I've read several posts that say don't weigh and stalls are normal...Now that I'm at a stall, I'm worried. How do you not worry? This journey is so delicate.

I just got to eat real food for the first time today. I ate 2 small deviled eggs and and 30% of a piece of salmon. That's not very much and I'm glad. I felt like I could eat too much during puree but that all changed today! Sent from my LG-H901 using the BariatricPal App

Hi All! I'm 7+ Months post op. Ive been doing fairly well with my diet & I exercise a good bit (yoga, dance, elliptical) I've had to adjust my calorie intake. I've adjusted my exercise, meet my Protein goals and my Water goals (most days!) But it seems no matter what I do, the weight is slow as molasses (I'm southern, can ya tell? LOL) Granted, I didn't start at a higher weight..I was 226 & my goal was to lose 91lbs. I've lost 49 & have 42 still to go. But I feel like I'm "failing" or at least flailing lol at this point. Here's the way it's worked thus far: Month 1: -18lbs Month 2: -10lbs Month 3: -5.7lbs Month 4: -3.3lbs Month 5: -4lbs Month 6: -…

My name is Naeema and I was sleeved in February 2014. At first the weight melted off. I started at 322, was about 308 on surgery day and for the last two years I've been stuck between 245 and 255. I didn't care as my weight stayed in the 240's no matter what I ate, but now that I am trying to finish it won't go anywhere. The first week I lost about 7lbs but now it's been two weeks and nothing, even gained 1lb. And I have my Protein shakes with a banana in it every morning, hard boiled eggs for Snacks, protein for lunch and dinner and Tae Bo (kickboxing ) at night. I'm super frustrated the weight isn't coming off like before. I don't know what to do because all I do is rea…

Hi all I am six weeks post op and looking for friends and motivation. I use the app and I'm looking for buddies to partner with and keep each other motivated on this journey. Add me @HooDooDiva [emoji171]

Why? Why? Lol. I'm on Clear liquids for another 2 days, then on to full liquids. I am so hungry. No interest in the chicken stock- it tastes gross to me now. Sometimes I get miso down ok. Drinking Water and popsicles. Sometimes juice. Shouldn't I be less hungry post-op? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So, I'm 2 months and 3 days PO and about 3-4 days of each week it is a STRUGGLE to eat - like I seriously don't want to chew and swallow. I don't feel bad, there is nothing medically wrong (I'm guessing) but my stomach just really doesn't want food in it. When I do eat, it doesn't make me vomit or anything, I just feel yucky (yes, I just used that very sophisticated term lol). I'm losing weight just fine and go to the gym 4-5 days/week to do weight-training and cardio. I truly feel great, just hate the days when nothing seems to make my tummy happy. Is there anyone else dealing with this? As a side note: I'm not getting in all my Protein (see reason above) and …

So i had surgery in April 2016 and ive started at 262 (surgery day) and currently am 177...I did go down as far as 170 but have bounced in between tue last several weeks and im sure its due to eating things im not suppose to be eating...I went to Mexico for a wedding stayed a week about 2weeks ago and between eating so much (it was all inclusive) and drinking (malibu bay breeze's) im not suprised to the increase in my weight...So im at the point where im not int in my shakes cause i want food..smh...Lastnight i ate in 1 sitting 8 turkey sausage links, amd 2hrs later ate an apple...I was full but not sick feeling full, comfy full where i couldve ate more had i not went to …

I haven't had a lot of the same problems (nausea, stuck-food, pain) that others have had since my surgery (12/28/16) and started to worry that my restriction isn't going to be as effective as I thought it would be... I feel like if I had a good idea of where I should be capping my calories during the various phases, it would help. However, I contacted my nutritionist about this and ask what I should consider the limit for calories during the "mushies" phase, she said they don't want us counting calories and just to focus on getting Protein and Water. While I understand what she is saying, the lack of problems I've had in eating so far makes me worry that I'm not going to …

How long after surgery can i get a tatt?? Im asking because of the pain killers and all that good cocktail service we get.. Lol.. I want a big one on my back.. 2017 get ready for Me!

I found this meme this morning and being 1 week post op I feel it captures where I am perfectly. I hope all of my fellow sleevers are doing well on their journeys today! Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

Do you have particular blogs or you tube channels you follow because they are informative and motivating that you could share please. I did a google search and found some but many are old and have not been updated in a while. What concerns me in reading those is that many of them stopped posting when they started putting back on the weight and I am feeling a little apprehensive about the journey. Sure that first 12 months might be worth shouting about but I also want to see how others get through the tougher times. Thanks all.

I am seriously starting to freak out here. I had my surgery in july 2014 at 276 lbs and am now 210 lbs. I have been at this number for the longest and I don't know what's wrong with me.I have only lost 5 lbs since January. It makes me even more nervous because I'm only 1/2 way to goal I still have a long way to go. I'm only losing about 5 lbs every few months this can't be the usual. Anyone else started having loss issues at 8/9 months post op, how did you speed it back up again?

Maybe its just me but.... i had surgery 11/14/16 roughly about a lil over 2 months post op and i do not enjoy eating anymore i mean even the smallest thing even drinking like idk what it is... am i the only one that feels like this... i have a hard time eating anything and everything like i get pain in my chest and its painful... anybody else experience something similar??? What did u do different??? Like im tryung different types of food as i was given the green light to eat just about anything ( healthy of course) in moderations and take my time but sometimes i dont even want to eat... Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I took a flight on JetBlue this past Sunday and the most exciting moment since my surgery was NOT needing a seatbelt extension and having to actually tighten it.. one of my biggest low points came last year when I had to ask for one in front of my wife.. since November 9th I'm down 67 pounds and feel liberated.. Paul12677

So I'm trying meatless meatballs for the first time in my life . Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 65 days post-op and I am having fun. What i want to know from my fellow Post-op (Ex-fat people) what is it to you that make Sex so much better share and don't hold back. For Me the stamina is awesome I can keep going and going plus i seem to have lost weight but gain length in my manhood. And even tho I am still regular fat not super fat anymore I am so much more confident to take my cloths off and get to work.

Is anyone still able to go out and enjoy a good steak...a small one obviously Sent from my SM-A300H using the BariatricPal App

It's been 9 days since I've done my surgery before I had to force myself to drink but now I can't stop and super hungry. It's driving me insane and I don't know what to do. Any suggestions?

People often ask me what's it like post op. I'm almost 4 months out. My explanation. Have you ever been around a baby when it's being fed? Yep that's me. They eat one bite yay, then the second. If my tummy decided it didn't like the first, even if it did 100x before. You guessed it out it comes. So the story of my new life. Finally able to eat eggs and sausage for a few weeks. The inside of a sausage burrito from McD's. This morning "roo" my pouch says nope I no longer like that. After working a 10 hour shift at one client on my way to a 5 hour client now I just want to go home and hug my specially devoted trash can. Ugg. So I regret my decision, not one bit, but some …

I just had to share this. As of yesterday I am officially 100 pounds lighter from my first day of my pre-op diet on October 28, 2016. In fact, tonight I was 367 pounds so now it's 103 pounds lost from my starting weight of 470 pounds. I am over the moon. If anyone is on the fence about getting this surgery, let me tell you. It's the best choice I've made in years. You have to follow your doctor's advice and do what they tell you to do including what to eat and exercise. If you do that you will get results!

Is it okay to take a pre work out post sleeve? Any one have any advice? I used to use a pre work out before the sleeve. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello all. Today I am one week post op and wanted to ask a question. I noticed Saturday that I started getting a rash around my longest incision. I called my surgeons office and they prescribed me a children's antibiotic. I followed up with them yesterday and they said it was probably the binder rubbing against my incisions so I started putting my binder over whatever top I wear for the day. He also said I couldn't put anything on it because it can get near my incisions and cause an infection. So today it's itchy as all hell and when I checked them, the rash has spread a lil more! Any suggestions?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am on day 8, and I was cleared by my surgeon to move to soft foods. I never thought that I would be so happy to eat cottage cheese!! Some other small victories are that I am able to sleep on both sides, and not just my back now, so that makes for a better nights sleep. I can also drink with basically no restriction, which is great for getting in my liquids. I joked with my surgeon that he must have left my stomach in there because I wasn't having trouble drinking. Then I tried cottage cheese last night, and could only fit 2oz. Yay! This tool is working! I returned to work today, which has been a bit exhausting, but it feels good to get out of the house and back really…

Did anybody experience a horrible 1st period cycle after surgery? Cuz whatever this is going on is scaring the life out of me Sent from my HTC Desire 626s using the BariatricPal App

14 days out and I started my soft mushy diet! I actually had a small boiled egg for Breakfast, it was really good but even that small it was too much. I couldn't eat another bite until supper when I had puréed chicken and some pears. About as much as the period at the end of this sentence. LOL. I had shakes for lunch and snack. Share what you liked in your Mushy phase! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery on 1-20-2017. I have had no weight loss... Can someone please give me hope!? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

When did you start feeling full? I'm still on full liquid but don't know if I've really felt full yet. I'm scared to push it, I'm wondering if it becomes more obvious when you start eating regular foods. HW 493lbs 3/2/16 SW 416lbs 1/10/17 CW 411lbs

13 days post op and I can't stand this Soups and liquids, move to purée food tomorrow, any suggestions on nice puréed foods Lapband In Nov 2013 Lapband Removed Sept 2016 Gastric Sleeve Jan 10th 2017

I'm sure this has come up before but my search function is giving me an error. A few days ago I finally bought a food scale. Until then I'd been measuring everything in a 1/4 cup measuring cup. Now that I have the scale I'm noticing a LARGE difference. For example I just measured out a food in the cup, 2 oz, and then weighed it, 0.9 oz. So which should I be using? The nutritionist wasn't very clear apparently when I last saw her. She suggested getting a scale and also said to have measuring cups and measure everything. At the time it didn't occur to me there would be a difference. It makes sense now that I think about it since different foods have different densities so…

I know around the 3 month mark we start losing hair after surgery, but has anyone noticed they have gotten hairier on their body or their hair on their head has grown much longer?? The baby hairs around my face that were only a few centimeters when I had surgery 12/19/16 are now longer than my eyebrows- it looks like I have bangs LOL! I just woke up shocked!!!! Also the peach fuzz on my stomach has started to grow and I'm a little self conscious about it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey all! I am over 4 weeks post op and finally eating soft foods. I've noticed that I'm gassy all day, I burp constantly. Did/does anyone else have this problem? Did it get better? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App