Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

How long after surgery Until you were allowed to shower? Could you take a shower the next day?

Does anyone know how to leave your surgeon a review? I have tried like crazy to figure it out and I can't.

Curious as to what foods you are allowed to eat right after surgery. I will only be allowed water, sugarfree sports drinks, sugarfree ice tea, broth, sugar free ice pops (only 1 a day) and sugar free jello. I have to do this for 2 weeks. ?

Are alcohol allowed after gastric sleeve surgery?

Hey guys I need help with eating I have been living on eggs, chicken salad, tuna fish and cottage cheese I plan on making Refried beans. Bought tofu how do I prepare it? Any recipe tips for protein only diet? Please help

Hi all. So glad i found this forum.. I had my sleeve done on the 22nd October 2 weeks today. My incisions have all healed up pretty well but i have this nagging dull pain under my left boob (Sorry TMI). I cant wear a bra as it makes the pain worst and it knocks me for 6. It seems to be 1 particular incision site thats causing the pain and its the largest incision site too. I get out of breath from both pain and "little activity" ( have a 20month old so take that as you will lol) Is this normal??

I ate a small 4 oz container of yogurt yesterday. I think I am experiencing dumping. Although this is so much worse than I imagined. I have been so sick for the last 17 hours. I can’t keep anything down and minimal rest on bathroom floor. How long does this last?

Before my surgery I used to take Garcinia Cambogia for weight loss and I loved it because I could see results pretty quick on top of my dieting without any horrible side effects (jitters, diarrhea, nausea, etc). I got my sleeve which was the best decision I’ve ever made. But I’ve been on these plateaus and I have ten more pounds that I can’t seem to get off no matter what i do. I’ve been toying with the idea of getting back on GC to see if it would help me shed these last ten pounds. But I don’t know what the precautions are for taking dietary supplements on top of the sleeve? Has anyone tried to take dietary supplements with their sleeve?

I just had my gastric sleeve surgery about 5 days ago and now I'm blaming myself for doing so. It is painful I feel the pain inside my abdomen and I feel hungry all the time Why did I do it

Hello everyone. Found out my surgery date is September 23. Seems so real now. It's been a long 6 months to get here. I'm so excited.....

Hi everyone i had sleeve on 21 Sep 19 & was just wondering how much weight everyone is loosing early days ?

Looking for others with the same struggle. Please help! I started my journey at 242 lbs. I had sleeve April 2018. My lowest weight was 193 lbs. Today I weigh 211.6 lbs. I feel horrible and so discouraged. No energy. Why cant i get motivated and stay motivated. I know all the right things to do, but just can't stick with it. Just completed the Noom program offered by work. Great program as long as you follow it!!!! Do I have to be 700lbs before the light turns on in my brain??????

So, I decided to move forward with the surgery around Oct 17th, consulted with my doc on Oct 30th, Set surgery date for Dec 9th! (I am self-pay) So this week I have to schedule my mental evaluation and nutritionist appointment. I am so excited I can just scream! My flight arrangements are made and hotel room booked! (flying to Denver for my doctor and my sister will be coming to stay with me after surgery) So I started fooling around on Amazon a bit looking for some carry on bags for my flight and stuff. I saw some pretty cool Bariatric plates and bowls with line guides (WOW) and a great little mini blender to take with me for the hotel room. So, my question fo…

Hi everyone. I was sleeved 02/2018. I lost all my weight and hovered around 172 for a few months. I had a death in the family and I fell into some really bad old habits. I take full responsibility for my actions. I have gained 24 lbs since my lowest weight of 168. I got on the scale this morning at 192. I stopped exercising, I have been eating horribly, and it seems with certain foods and at certain times it feels like I can eat a full meal. I remember in the beginning when four ounces was a lot. I can eat way more then that I have been over the past few months. Tomorrow I am looking to change things around and go back to the basics. Unfortunately I am not on good te…

Just wanted to post here that I made an update video, I been inactive in the community for about a year due to living my best life. Just wanted to update some of my OG's from day one. I'm still here?

I was sleeved October 1st, 2019 and I have a specific question about water intake. I have now lost 19 since surgery, but I am struggling with consuming 64 oz of water, in fact I had to get an IV due to dehydration. I know that I am not getting quite enough water, but is 64 oz really necessary? How does it help? If I can get some accurate and specific information, I would be better able to comply. My workplace is rather jerk-intensive, and I have been told that if I keep taking short breaks I will need to get a letter from my doctor, to submit to HR, to avoid "problems". Please advise, thanks.

I am beyond happy! Now I only have 40 lbs to get to my first weight goal of 180 and total of 80 lbs to till I hit my ultimate goal of 140. Normally I weigh myself on Mondays but this week so many people at work such as parents and coworkers (I work at a school) Have commented “ hey skinny you” or “ hey smaller you”. So I have decided to weigh myself a little early yesterday morning, and I checked the scale three times because I couldn’t Believe what I saw on the scale. And not even a week I had lost 4.8lbs! Last week I lost 3.8 pounds. Before that for the last four weeks I had been losing only 2.8 and most pounds a week. So I started to do some YouTube research and peopl…

I got the call this afternoon from my surgeon’s office with my surgery date - December 2nd! I will be on the preop diet on Thanksgiving, but I’m so excited right now, I could care less! It just occurred to me that we’ll be on vacation with several couples for New Years, and I’ll be on the purée stage, how interesting is this going to be?

it's such a small world and I found new buddies on this forum who had the same surgeon as me. Maybe you are sharing too. soooo who is your surgeon? I'll start it off.. I'm in NJ and I have Dr. Rainville...Who is your 's??/

One of my incision line is infected, dr opened it drained it put me on oral Antibiotics. He said I will be ok. I am worried. Otherwise I am eating according to the diet and drinking plenty of water. I feel good too

Does anyone know if the staples left from sleeve gastrectomy are safe in an MRI four years post op? I tried to call my Bariatric surgeons office, but have not heard back and his MA was less than helpful. My daughter is having an MRI tomorrow, and I’m not sure if it will be safe for me to go in with her. Thanks!

My date is October 16... getting so scared about the recovery those first few days!! I have a very low pain threshold and have very little support ... how are your first few days going?

Hey everyone I have been a really slow loser, and I have an upcoming visit with my doctor plus a vacation that I want to drop a couple pounds. I have been stuck at the same weight for some time now. I was thinking about maybe trying the pouch reset. Has anyone tried it? Any success? Looking forward to hearing from you guys! Thanks!

Hi, I will be 2 years post op in Feb. Anyone in a similar place who'd like to compare notes?!

How did it go.

Anyone dealing with trying to cope with their food addiction and recovering from gastric sleeve surgery? I know this surgery should be used as a tool and the whole food addiction should go out the window. Sometimes I just think how long it's been since I had a cookie or chips or something like that. Then my head goes crazy. I haven't gotten my appetite back so it's not like I'm starving and just wanna binge on food for that reason. I probably sound crazy to most people. I guess it's just been hard preparing meals for my family and i just sit down with 1/4 cup of tuna. Ok so this is probably more of a vent. Halloween candy everywhere and I'm just venting lol This is suppos…

Booooooo AND HAPPY HALLOWEEN - nothing more! Cant wait to sit and give out sugar filled, chocolate snacks, Carbs and all the sh$t that got us into this forum! Would making chocolate covered Brussels sprouts be wrong to give to the kids? Ok Im being a ass and kidding enjoy the day!

Hello, As of 01/01/2020 my insurance will no longer cover Prilosec as a prescription because its over the counter. Pricing it out to by it over the counter, I would need to take out of second mortgage. I cant take Protonix . Just wondering what other rx's people are taking after surgery. The Prilosec is working thus far for me.

I'm 6 days post op had my VSG ON 10/22/19 BUT I feel so hungry

I want to start with this post was done in Word first and I have been working on it for two weeks or so. It is long …. but it is a compilation of 1000’s of read posts, which I took notes on, My history of hiring a Doctor, Nutritionist and the help of great friends who were psychologists, doctors and healthy. I want to thank this place it is filled with the most educated experienced people I have seen. Some help emotionally, This place is a wealth of knowledge! As I read posts I have notebooks I take notes in, Its only intention is to share, educate, and help. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or psychologist – However I have stayed at a holiday in express la…

Sorry if TMI, but who else can I ask? Doing protein shakes and was so happy to finally that delicious premier protein drink you guys recommended , except about thirty minutes after at work I had to run to the bathroom ... this didn’t happen when I tried it yesterday. Never happens with Bariatric advantage... happened a couple times with other drinks like quest and iconic protein. As you can tell my dr didn’t give me much of a pre or post op consultation . Also what is “dumping “

Hi I am considering having the sleeve done . Please reach out if this has been a good thing for you .thanks

I had my gastric sleeve done in October ‘16. On the day of my surgery I was 207 lbs and by July ‘17 I was 144. I loved that weight. Initially after surgery I had no hunger. I could barely consume 200 calories a day for the first 4 months. For a long time after that, I struggled to get to 800 calories. My surgeon wanted me to increase my caloric intake bc I wasn’t eating enough. And honestly I really didn’t want to eat solids. Fast forward to Spring ‘18. I was ravenous. Still am. I’m hungry all the time. I’ve had some regain. Currently I’m 160, and I’m 5’1”. Not exactly obese but not as lean as I used to be. Based on my physiological composition 135 is ideal. Thi…

Hi guys, it’s been a while since I used this app but now at the pint in red help, support, advice. In short I had gastric sleeve surgery in January 2017 and the weight just fell off particularly in the first year - 18 months. At the point of surgery I was told there would be some things I would be able to eat but I haven’t had any issues like that at all and can eat pretty much whatever I want. Now it’s got to the point that I am defiantly regaining weight and it’s seems like it is coming back on quite quickly. I noticing it most with some people mentioning they have noticed it, defiantly feel it and see it in the way my clothes are fitting me etc . Has an…

Banded in 2009; Unbanded 2012 (due to erosion) Lived life 2012-2019 struggling with weight gain and massive depression The decision to have Gastric Sleeve made Oct. 17th, 2019 Contacted my doc for initial consultation (Oct 30th) Self Pay This time...I tell nobody but my CORE family....I can't deal with the stupidity of people who don't understand this life! Here we go....finally getting back to ME Created a new blog to journal ALL of my thoughts and progresses www.SabrinaGoddess.com

Anybody scheduled for March 2019?? I just got my surgery date of March 5th!! So excited. They had the end of February available but because of my job, I had to go with March.

Help! I had a VSG a year ago and quickly lost 70lbs. This summer I totally fell off the wagon and started eating a TON of sugar. I still can’t consume a large volume of food but for some reason I can Hoover sugar without issue. I would still like to lose another 30-40lbs and I just need help getting back on track. Anyone BTDT

My surgery was 5 days ago and I am intermittently experiencing sharp pain after I swallow water. I can feel the liquid descending in my body, sharp pain for a couple seconds and then it subsides very quickly. Has anyone else experienced this?

Aloha all, I'm relatively new to this site and have just started my VSG journey, so I thought this might be a good first post. I've completed the informational session and have my initial consultation and NUT appointments at the end of March. According to the nurse at the info session, this doctor requires a minimum of two months nicotine-free (using the honor system) in order to be eligible for surgery. Due to some scheduling coordination issues, I plan to have the VSG in July, so I've got plenty of time to quit and still have two months before the surgery. My question to you fine folks is this: is anyone else in this same position? Anyone trying to quit? I'm o…

I've been having problems at work with this one lady; we will call her D. She was pretty cold to me when I first started working there. Months later, her and another coworker (we will call her E) bullied me pretty badly because I used to listen to my headphones while they loudly discussed how they felt about gay people. I am a Christian, but I DO NOT agree with anyone calling gay people faggots and damning them to Hell. Only God has the right to judge them. I actually love LGBT people. They are great and fun to be around. But my coworker D called them faggots and sissies. That really bothered me, so I decided the best thing for me to do was listen to my music with my head…

Hello my June 2019 Sleevers just checking in to see how you're doing on your journey. Sleeved Date 6-12-19 SW 249 CW 198 GW 165-170

Which one do you do ? Which one is right? Puree phase I did 4 ounce to fit in a 4 ounce container. Now I'm 6 week out. 4 ounces of Solis food won't fit in a 4 once container. ( it might if I cut it up) I want to do this right... I bought so many 4 ounce containers now I'm thinking of just buying small container's for meal prep.

My BMI is 35.7. 5'2 weighing 195. I'm in my 40s with hypertension, prediabetes, and psuedotumor cerebri. All 3 were listed as comorbidities. I have Horizon Omnia insurance and hope as I begin this journey that I will be approved for surgery. My initial consultation is in a few weeks so I would love to get a heads up on the process as well link up with others who have had similar stats. I wonder if I will lose too much weight. I don't think I would look right under 130lbs. Any input, suggestions, and advice is appreciated. Thank you[emoji4]

Today is my day 2. Surgery was 10/23/19. I came home from the hospital yesterday and I am in sooooo much pain. I have been drinking water but thats it. I tried to drink a pre-made premier shake and couldn't keep it down. I also tried to drink a vitamin water and could not keep it down. I'm not able to sit up. I can only lay prompt up on pillows. I am taking my vitamins as I write this...so far so good. How long will this pain last. I haven't passed gas yet but I keep beeping alot. Any thoughts

Can I drink the sugerless lemonade from Chick-fil-A during the liquid phase?

Since 12 29 2018...80#gone

Any VSG ppl who’ve had surgery and can offer any advice or share their experiences during their first week post operation? Pain, Fluid intake, things they wish they knew, and emotions. I am pre op, and would love to hear about your experience. Thank you.

I have 14hrs & 6mins till I will be making my way to the hospital for my surgery and I've been fine till tonight. It just hit me that I'm really doing this & my nerves are getting the best of me most definitely not my first surgery..uuuggghhh hoping I don't chicken out I'm at the finish line

I'm so hungry now my head is starting to hurt someone help!!! I also had a hernia in my diafram idk whats hurting me???

Question for those of you that have gone through something similar. I simply don't want to eat. I'm 5 months post VSG and I am not hungry at all. I know I should be eating 3 meals a day with 2 healthy snacks in between to get all my protein in. However, I'm just not hungry. I'm either forcing myself to eat 3 bites of something before the restriction sets in, or I will completely forget to eat altogether. Should I continue forcing myself to eat something when my body doesn't want it?