Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

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Anyone know what the common timeframe to have continued neck/shoulder and chest pain is after surgery. My stomach is no longer in pain however my neck is in an immense amount of pain. I had my surgery on the second of June (last Thursday). Any advise helps! Thanks!

Well it's been long journey...i had lapband for a little over 2 years and had trouble with it, I thought i was going to have revision 6 months ago,but insurance changed rule to 12. With the help of my awesome doctor, I am approved. I have friends that are trying to talk me out of it, some even saying I just need to be disciples on diet and exercise. But I still choose to do this...i am happy with my decision,and can't wait for next step Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J320A using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery about 3 months ago and I just don't seem to have energy for anything. I seem to get short of breath easily and it's starting to get annoying. I'm taking all my Vitamins and a crap load of Calcium since I suffered from low calcium before the procedure. I'm drinking an Isopure a day for Protein. Any suggestions? I'm tired of being tired!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Everyone!!! I am in the initial stages of my weight loss journey. I'm scared, yet excited! My weight has been an issue since I was a small child. I can remember starting Weight Watchers for the first time, when I was in the 5th grade. Even though I've always had "a beautiful face", my weight seems to be what people have judged me by. I've accomplished a lot in my life, but yet my weight has kept me from being everything I can be. It's time for change. Back in 2002, when I was 39 years old, I joined Weight Watchers (again). This time it stuck and I lost about 110 lbs. I worked really hard at it and the only way I could lose the weight and maintain it was to …

My date is 10.24.16. So excited but im getting more nervous and scared at the same time. I start my pre op liquid diet on 10.10.16 Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Hello All! I had Gastric Bypass on July 14, 2016. My highest weight was 275. I have lost weight on my own many times but always fail to keep it off. When I started my WLS journey, I weighed in at 258. The day of surgery, I weighed 236 and I currently weight 185. My next post of visit is November 7. At my last post op (September 7), my surgeon told me she expected me to lose another 30 to 40 pounds by November 7th. I have only lost 3!!!! I am happy with my results so far, but I am concerned that I have started my self destructive ways that always tend to get the best of me. I am able to eat pretty much ANYTHING. NO DUMPING! I have started eating carbs again a…

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My revision from lapband to gastric bypass on October 11 has come with complications. I went home last Friday at 1, spiked a fever of 102 and was back in the hospital ER at 7pm...it was diagnosed as a pneumonia, and a partially collapsed lung..not to mention I still have surgical pain. I'm still here in the hospital and its Wednesday. I know I'm getting better and stronger everyday, but it's hard being away from my girls even though they come to see me almost everyday. Have any of you had setbacks from surgery that you're still trying to overcome?

I was wondering how big our stomachs are at 5 months post-op. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am absolutely over the moon excited right now. I finished my 6 months supervised diet/nutrition with my surgeon's office back in April, but I was denied when it was submitted to insurance, despite having a BMI of 42 and GERD (they denied it and said GERD wasn't one of their approved co-morbidities, and my insurance plan requires a co-morbidity regardless of BMI). I immediately contacted Lindstrom Obesity Advocacy and began the appeals process with them. Within a month of them sending in my (wonderfully written) appeal letter, I just received a call to let me know that United has approved me for surgery and has provided their office with the approval and authorization…

Was wondering how long people where out of work after revision surgery? I have a active job I care for sick children in their homes and go to college. Trying to plan things. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

When you had your revision (if it was one procedure removing band and converting to rny) did you have to stay overnight or was this an outpatient procedure? My band was outpatient. Since I have a 3 year old, I'm hoping for outpatient again. My mother-in-law acted like I was nuts when I told her I thought it was outpatient. Am I crazy? Lol. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using the BariatricPal App

I think I am more anxious to get to my surgery date than I was when I was 8 months pregnant to have my kids. I finished all of my testing and classes, just waiting to get insurance approval before I get the surgery date. So anxious! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I'm 7 days post op, I had removal of a lap band as well as a bypass! I had very minimal pain from the bypass, however the band site was excruciating. I've been home for 2 days now and I'm able to keep my fluids up with water however anything else is very minimal. I have a shake with added protein powder in the morning and something similar at lunch how ever it's only about 1/4 of a cup at the moment which I understand is normal and at tea I have some type of soup. I'm just so exhausted throughout the day, I can't do much but sleep and even activities such as walking to the letter box makes my muscles feel like jelly, just hoping I can start feeling more alert soon! I …

This is it, my last day of my old unhealthy life (except for the two week liquid diet). I'm excited to see what's in store for me next. While I didn't think in a million years I'd be able to stick to the liquid diet, I did an absolutely amazing job. I even had two weddings to attend these last two weekend and wasn't able to eat at either one of them, that was tough. Can anyone give me some feedback about how I will feel when I wake up. I'm not sure why, but that seems to be what I'm fixated on at the moment, just very very nervous. To all of you having surgery soon like me, I wish you the very best. Maddie

I am 6 weeks post-op and for the past few days I have been absolutely exhausted all the time. I'm getting my normal 8 hours of sleep at night. I'm taking my Vitamins and supplements. I'm eating roughly 600 calories per day and trying to get my Protein in everyday. I'm drinking more than the required amount of Water and I'm getting my walking in. I feel like I'm doing everything I'm supposed to be doing but for the past few days the exhaustion has been extreme. I have dropped weight very quickly, 44lbs in 6 weeks, maybe too fast? I want to get back in the gym but I barely have the energy to do laundry and cook dinner after work. Is this something normal? Anyone have …

I am getting sleeved the 24th. Started my liquid diet today on my birthday and i cheated and ate small piece of birthday cake. Had to had a serious talk with myself. Realized how much of this is mental today. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So just a couple of things I wanted to share... since I started my journey, I've lost over 100 lbs! Cautiously optimistic that my tool is working Secondly, I was able to buy shirts at Old Navy today. Clothes shopping was easy!

How many months do you have to wait until you can safely eat sushi/sashimi? I would think it would be a high risk food because it's not cooked. ~~ LadyDarkness415 ~~

I would love for someone to talk to or walk with. I'm currently in the Bronx. I had my surgery October 5th.

Everything runs smooth, you feel great when you take small bites, eat the right foods and drink your liquids 30 mins after eating. You gonna have some bumps in the road when you allow your mind to tell you to have what you can't have or having to soon . But if you really want this to work you will do the work. I'm learning each day the Lord allows me to open my eyes. I'm learning and not deviating from the plan that's gonna give me more of a future / A healthy one at that. It gets hard sometimes but I think about where I was, and where I want to be and I go right instead of left. Knee pain I have no desire to have anymore, out of breath from just lacing up my shoes I don'…

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I have Fibromyalgia & Lyme Disease(which I believe caused me to have arthritis everywhere) I would like to hear from people that have either or both and have already had surgery and how it affected the pain and ability to be mobile. I already have horrible issues with my hips and walking. I was awake off n on most the night from radiating pain down my leg. Thank you in advance Munky

Just joined today and wanted to say hi. I had RNY on June 27th in Chesapeake VA. Hoping to get some good info here.

Just began using myfitnesspal when I put my info in such as height, weight, goal weight it asked how much I wanted to lose in a week I put 2 lbs as that was the max the part that confuses me is that it says I need to eat 1740 calories per day this is way too much today I have eaten 440 and exercised which according to the app I burned 880 calories so it's telling me I now have 2100 calories to eat Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm about 3 1/2 months out from RNY. I lost 7 lbs last week. My pattern seems to be 2-3 lbs down one week and 3-5 lbs the next, but last week is a new record for me since the first month after surgery. I'm 13.5 from my goal and 33.5 from a "healthy" BMI just under 25% so I can certainly afford to lose a bunch more. I'm just wondering when the rapid loss generally starts to taper off because I'm concerned about the RNY weight loss masking some other health issue that also causes weight loss. Yes, I and my doctors do have reason to suspect something else, and I was symptomatic last week. Thanks for any input!

Hi everyone. I had my surgery in Feb and I'm loving the way I look. I'm very confident.. Maybe too confident. I've been with my gf for 2 years, but my eyes have started wandering. I don't want to cheat and I really love her, but it's hard to turn away the attention I'm getting. I've never had it before. There is a girl specifically I can't turn away from. She's the cutest thing, and way out of my league. I've never had such an opportunity. Has anyone else had this issue or similar? Of course, my gf is now super jealous because she sees the attention I get when we go out. I added a picture just to show the difference it's made this far. Sent from my D6708 us…

Nybody out there starting this adventure that is in their 50's?

I am 6 months post-op, my hair has been falling at the same rate since month 3. For you when did hair falling stop? or begin to significantly slow down? I take hair Vitamins and Biotin, but I want to dye my hair..I am afraid its going to increase the hair fall rate.

Such a huge difference in 5 years!!! I went from 293 my highest weight in 2011 to currently being 4 lbs away from what I weighed in 12th grade at 248 (I was always plump Lol). It's amazing what changes you'll make when you finally accept who you are!!! Dawnie_doo

Yes it only took 1 week to get approved so excited surgery is November 22nd. Superrrrrrr excited!!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So excited! I was approved for my surgery today! I am scheduled for surgery on 10/26. One more week then 7 days of a liquid diet. I'm pretty nervous and scared for the surgery itself and for the adjustment afterwards. Any words of advice or tips out there?! Thank you in advance Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Starting my journey tomorrow my 2 week liquid diet starts. Wondering what your starting weight is considered?? Is it your weight on surgery date (bypass 10/24 for me) or is it when you start the liquid diet?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay BPers, please be gentle... but I'm really having a hard time with a very (likely) dumb question. First off, I'm 6 months out from RNY and have lost an amazing nearly 80lbs, which is seriously mind blowing, and I'm in absolute heaven every day! But now that it's becoming easier to eat and there's not the same kind of restriction as there was in the earlier months, I'm really challenged by the 1/2 cup of food thing.... I can't eyeball it, I don't know whether that means 1/2 cup once chewed and in the pouch or 1/2 cup of whatever as it is (chicken vs spinach, for example, is dramatically different in volume when put into a 1/2 cup). My NUT told me to stay under 1000 d…

It's been about three weeks since I've completed everything that was required from the office I haven't heard anything from them I keep calling and they keep telling me I need to leave a message anybody know how long it takes to get an answer or to find out if you were approved for the surgery or not I have Medicare/Medicaid.? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am about 17 months post op. I made it to goal weight at my year mark. I am struggling with maintenance. I have started to exercise more shooting for 3-4times a week. I seem to be hungry more but am trying to really focus on if I am hungry or just bored. My question is how many calories and carbohydrates to you eat in maintenance? I am really good about getting my Protein in. Thanks in advance. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone!!!! Long story short...even though I had a few minor hiccups, I would do this all over again!!!!! I feel amazing!!!! On stalling...I'm 2 months post op. I stayed the same weight for 2 weeks...dropped 3 lbs, and today 3 more. Lol It's so strange. Trust me, don't get frustrated. Just continue to do what's necessary and move forward! The weight will come off! Get that movement in, Protein up, and FLUIDS are a must!!! Perfect segway to dumping. I noticed that dumping affects me with heart palpitations or advanced beats. Sounds more scary than it is. I didn't even realize I was dumping until the doctor told me so. They said I'm fine. I noticed that avoiding …

So I'm 3 weeks post op. Is it too early for these hormones to dump? Lol Some effects have been good...and the hubby agrees. 6 weeks is a longgggg time with hormones increasing lol But this morning I woke up tearful for no reason Smh I'm like what is up with these hormones Lol Anyone know a time frame for the estrogen surge? Dawnie_doo

I am wondering if anyone used this hospital in Georgia. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using the BariatricPal App

I am a year out and have been doing great. I have lost 150 lbs. For some reason the last 2 weeks I am hungry all of the time which is something I haven't had a problem with since surgery. I try drinking water first but am still hungry after. I have to get this under control.

Hello awesome people. Since I began this journey in January of this year, it's been an absolutely wild ride. I've had some huge changes both with my body and my life, and triumphs I never thought I would see. Through all of my hard work, i have pretty much point blank refused to tell most people in my life, let alone "go public" with it. I spend a lot of time with social media and I've seen firsthand how ignorant, judgmental, and downright cruel people can be about wls and the people who get it or want to get it. I'm sure many of you have witnessed this as well... "weight loss surgery is the easy way out", "people who get weight loss surgery are lazy and undeserving of…

Hi all, Am scheduled for a RNY on the 3rd Nov. Spending my time mentally preparing myself until then. Just had a question with regards to dumping. I've heard there's a % of people that experience this after a bypass. Is this from refined sugar, or does this occur with natural sugar aswell? I presume it differs from person to person. I suppose I'm just trying to prepare myself for all eventualities. Thanks in advance, Lou Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, I answered in response to another topic, but thought I would share here also. I see a lot of questions regarding Protein shakes...mainly cause they taste synthetic and disgusting. Well, i have perfected a go to recipe that will be seeing me through the first stages of my bypass (I previously lost with the band and got big into Crossfit, so Protein Shakes have been a regular occurance in my life). Anyway, here is what I wrote - Holland and Barratt do a standard chocolate milk and egg protein that is the best one I've found (I'm in the uk, but I'm sure there must be a standard equivalent). I absolutely hate hate hate the taste of sweeteners and this one doesn…

on September 8th i started my two week opti fast diet, i had surgery on the 22nd. i'm loosing weight too fast i feel... some will think omg shut up. even though i had a week stall.... september 8th i weighed in at 247. day before surgery 240. today 216. i know some are like omg that's so amazing, but i feel it's too quick, it's scary to me about my health since i'm still not very far out i struggle with Water and Protein most days i meet the goals. but i don't know it's scaring me. i wouldn't mind a two week stall to be honest... idk i sound crazy lol but it's scary to me Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Had anyone tried the Adkins Lift for Protein Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone near and far. My name is Nessa I am 29 years old, I started my journey Nov 2011 weighing 488.5lbs. I had VSG 1/17/12 and have lost 133.5lbs. Since my surgery I dropped down to 353lbs had two kids and from that I have gained 35lbs I believe my math could be off I am roughly 389lbs as of today. So I went and talked with my surgeon on how I can get back on track because I pretty much been holding on to the 300s for the past three years. They strongly think I should think about having RNY done. So hear I am guess just looking for more info and possibly read some experiences from that and gain a friend or two in the process. thank you for reading. Sent from …

This just started. I eat and all is well, then boom I feel horrible. I have no energy, I just want to go to sleep. Walking or standing is work. I'm so scared I'm going to collapse. It last for about 20 minutes and then it passes. I feel fine. Is anyone else experiencing this?

Glad to find this forum and really appreciate all your feedbacks and support! Last couple of days that I found this forum, kept me busy to read most of the topics and feedbacks and really boosted my energy. I am 41 and in my 18 months post op period and started my journey at 209 lb and lost 50lb and presently at 159lb! I dropped size from 1X to 10 and wearing medium size but still what I see in my body is lots of fat specially on my hips and legs! My nutritionist says I've done very good but I think I should lose another 20 lb as I am not satisfied at all with my body right now! She said in August that I've lost 75% of my excess fat which she thinks it would be the max …