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Afternoon all! I just had my one year post-op check up yesterday, though my surgiversary is not for another week (expect a post then too!) and my blood test results are already in (I love my bariatric center!). Recently there has been a lot of discussion and confusion about Multivitamin Patches and some of you may have seen in previous posts that I am a proponent of the multivitamin patch for people who have trouble swallowing pills as I do. I promised I would update about my blood test results when I found out, so here they are! Everything is completely normal except my folate, which is high, which will probably mean I need to reduce my Iron supplements. I'm goi…

I was banded almost 5 years ago and have managed to gain just about all the weight I lost (which quite honestly I don't think the band helped me lose all that much). I still have port discomfort after 5 years and I hate that sometimes I can get stuck on one bite and sometimes hardly feel restriction. I've found a way around the band by eating slow or waiting till the food goes down and continuing to eat. I hate the feeling of the discomfort in my chest and I hate that healthy things like chicken and raw veggies are close to impossible to eat with a band. I feel like I would be better off without the band and no further surgery. I could eat healthier but I want to…

Hi everyone! I had lap band November 2011. This worked well for a while. I lost about 80 pounds, until I had complication Nov 2014. I had problems with vomiting everything I would eat, so my previous surgeon ordered an upper GI and esophageal manometry. Both of those tests confirmed I had a prolapse. Long story short, my insurance company made me switch to a different surgeon. I had my band and port removed 8/10/15. My new surgeon said that my band had also slipped and was sitting sideways which was causing me to have the vomiting. He also did an intra-op EGD to look at my esophagus to see if there was any damage from 9 months of vomiting. He said it didn't look too bad…

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I have been so ridiculously busy for the last 5 weeks- family vacation, a gas leak in our house AND a flooded basement while we were gone(!!!!!) and finally packing up and taking my oldest child to college last Sunday. Whew! (Not to mention the start of school for the two high schoolers last week as well!) All of that said, I just realized that TODAY I am exactly 5 months post op RNY. WHAT a journey it has been!!!! HW 282 Surgery day- 272 Current weight 186 (ish) lol I'm teetering the last three days 187-185 That means that I am only ...drum roll please... 3 pounds from being down 100 lbs from my HW and 13 lbs from 100 from surgery day! Omg!!!!! I'm 46 lbs fro…

Hello, I have my appointment with my surgeon tomorrow and will be scheduling surgery most likely for sometime in October. My question is how did you feel at say 4-5 weeks out or 5-8 weeks out? I own my own business and I have a long weekend of trade shows scheduled for the first weekend in December. I will most likely be on my feet from 9am-7pm for a couple days and staying at a hotel for the weekend. I know it will vary person to person but I'm just trying to figure out if this sounds like something that is feasible at around 5-8 weeks out? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just got an email from my surgeons office that 8/1/16 is my surgery date if I want it. Heck yeah! I'll take it. I'm waiting on official confirmation but it looks like I have date. 6 weeks before the pre op diet starts. I'm excited. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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Hello all, I'm 2 weeks post op and doing well...down 20 lbs. I wanted to know is there a private closed group on FB that I could join? If so, what's the info? Dawnie_doo

Hi I am preop surgery for band to bypass on 8/24. I have read a lot about hair loss and that Nioxin was great for regrowth However after researching it appears they recently changed the Nioxin formula and it's no good anymore. Any other tips to preventing hair loss or at the very least assisting with regrowth? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went to my checkup and of course they was going to check my a1c. They tried. It was so low that the machine couldnt read it. I'm like what? What do you mean you cant read it. What does that mean? I was sent to the lab for blood work. Im still waiting to hear from them. On the bright side, NO MORE INSULIN FOR ME, YEAH. Im so happy cause I was really tired of sticking myself.

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So I had my surgery almost two years ago. For the last month I have felt terribly nauseous and not have come to the point where I can no longer eat. It feels like as soon as a swallow and it hits my stomach I need to throw up or will sit there endlessly dry heaving. I habe an upper gi and lower GI where they thought I had an intestinal fistula. I had a barium enema which didn't show that. No I'm scheduled for an endoscopy.it has ruined my life...some days I can't get out of bed. Anyone else ever experience this?

Gentlemen: I had RNY Gastric Bypass operation on 3/30/14 Since then I've lost over 100 pounds, It fixed my diabetes, sleep Apnea and lack of mobility On the down side, and 3 months after the operation, I have a series of recurring symptoms Pain in the colon, Lack of apetite, Bloated Stomach, gurgling stomach, feeling sick after eating, Repulsion against food. Food makes me nauseous No blood in the stools, Regular bowel movements, No fever These symptoms appeared with regularity every 2 to 3 months Usually they will go away after taking laxatives, Miralax and Colace I’ve b…

I'm three weeks out and I'm craving Soup that's tomato based like vegetable soup, or crab soup. Has anyone else started eating Soups like this? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good Afternoon Everyone, Called BC/BS today and they said they received all my info for surgery on yesterday and it is pending. I'm praying for approval so I can get my surgery. I'm ready for the new lifestyle! Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

August 4th was my surgery so 2 weeks out and I am done 15 pounds already. The hardest part for me so far was making sure I get my liquids in per day . After seeing the PA she made some suggestions and I am going to change my timing on my intact of food. Starting to miss work but now that I am feeling a little more productive maybe I can start getting a few more things done around the house without exceeding my weight restrictions. Sent from my SM-G930R4 using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I'm new to the forum. Just checking in because I'm starting to worry that my surgery is a fail. I will be 8 weeks out this coming Tuesday, July 19. Almost 40 lbs down. BUT...I can EAT anything. The only reason I know this is because we've been on vacation for 2 weeks. I drink tons of Protein drinks still, but because I'm so limited on food options, I just "try" a little bit of whatever. So far I've never dumped. Ever. And I even tried a tiny bit of a lemon bar last night at our hotel. I was amazed I could tolerate the little bit of sugar. But now I'm freaked. I don't want to tolerate sugar. Is something wrong with me? I even tried a chicken strip and had like 2 French…

Hi everyone! My name is Nancy and I'm from the netherlands. I have a GBP in november '15 and lost 43 kg. Just wondering how you experience your "New life" since the surgery? I know it has been the best choice of my life!! Greetings from Holland!

Had my RNY yesterday, everything went super smoothly, only real issue I have is the gas. Man, this gas is not a minor thing, I have a whole new appreciation for anyone suffering from gas chronically (and little babies with gas, it can REALLY hurt!) Trying to stay ahead of the pain too.?Too tired to write more, will touchback later. Thanks for your guidance and support these past few pre-op months.? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay - here's the back story: I've gone through my 6 month approval process, jumped through all hoops, and finally got my surgery date (yay!), but over the past 6 months I've developed a general "bad feeling" about my surgical group! (Always an hour+ wait for office visits, poor staff communication, lack of personal attention from surgeon, etc...) I honestly always feel rushed and "blown off" when I'm there, like they're understaffed and carry too many patients. Soooo, obviously this doesn't make me feel super confident going into a major surgery. My question is...is it possible to switch surgical groups once insurance has approved? Does anyone have experience with t…

I'm 2 years post op. Had horrible time the past 2 years with strictures, ulcers, and revision surgery last October. Now that I can eat I'm starving all the time. My start weight was 245 Got down to 123 now I'm at 156 surgeons goal was 145. I have fallen off the wagon any advice to get back up and lose about 20 lbs. I feel fat again and its a mental struggle now! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J120A using the BariatricPal App

How do you guys deal with head hunger? I'm hungry, I eat the correct portion of food. The physical hunger sensation goes away however, I feel like in my head I could eat more. I don't because I don't want to get sick but I can tell this might become an issue in the future. How do I cope? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi I figured I would start in this topic in case anyone else is looking to have surgery in October. I just started my program and because of a pre planned vacation I know I wont be having surgery until the earliest October. I'm actually pretty excited about it but would love to talk with others who are looking towards October for surgery.

I do great with staying on track with eating - I find it difficult to stay motivated in the exercising department - that's where I need advice - how do others keep themselves moving, interested, and ready to go. The only thing holding things back from getting a surgical date is my iron levels need to get up by 5 more points but I am finding it difficult to get myself motivated to go for that walk daily so advice on what keeps others going and moving would be so appreciated

Hi..im a newbie here. Trying to figure out how this app works. I had gastric 8 yrs ago..lost 160 lbs first year..been maintaining. Use to exercise A LOT but moving to a small town 5 yrs ago pushed me back because i dont know anyone here and no support/buddy system. Heres a before and after pic Sent from my SM-G900R4 using the BariatricPal App

I love eating candy and the fact I can have it every day after surgery seems so amazing!! Peanut Butter cups, cinnamon swirls, almond joys, plain chocolate and even white chocolate all in my mouth of a shake form ... Oh the yum-ness is unbearable. Candy flavor Protein shakes mmmmmmm let the mind create Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So, who had their gallbladder out during their bypass? I asked my Dr if he would but he can't unless there is an issue, which makes since but I heard that about 40% off post op bypassers/sleevers go back in a few months due to complications of their gallbladder.....scheduled for an ultrasound on monday....no gallbladder symptoms but hoping there is a little something there to allow him to remove the darn thing Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I've lost 60 pounds in the first 12 weeks. The last two weeks I have not lost anything I go up 2 pounds and down 1, then up 3 and down 2. Has this happened to anyone else? I can't exercise yet because I am so dehydrated. They are doing a scope next week because I can't eat much still and can't drink a lot. Thanks!

Hello. Today is a sad day for me because I learned that my surgery has been denied due to errors from the psych eval. The doctor's office sent an addendum stating that there were errors on their previous report - they had my records mixed up with someone else's records - yet Blue Cross Blue Shield still denied it. I've been waiting all day for the phych doctor to call me back, and at 2 p.m., still no call back. If the doctor refuses to work in my defense and rectify their error, what next? I meet all the criteria for approval. My surgeon's office is angry, says it doesn't make sense, but I don't know where that leaves me. Has anyone else out there dealt with somethin…

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My RNY is this Thursday (HOW is it even possible that it is almost here???!!!), and my brain is fried. I can't think straight. I start one task then stop halfway through and do something else. I walk upstairs to get something then forget why I am there. I'll have a conversation with someone and nod politely, but inside my head I am not listening to a word they are saying, just thinking "A week from right now I will be 2 days post-op!" I have no second thoughts, I am excited to get to the other side, but ..... I am just amazed it's really happening. I have so much to get done, I only really have 2 days to prep BC I am going on a short trip to move my daughter into …

Hi everyone, I had my gastric bypass surgery on July 28th, and I am on full liquids, yogurt, cottage cheese, consuming 3 oz. per hour. But I find myself hungry as the hour gets closer. Is this normal? Worried I will be hungry all the time. Maria Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Okay so I am going to start from the beginning. Two weeks after surgery, I had bad hydration and had to go on home IV for a week. After that, I was fine. Starting in February this is what I had Constant diarrhea Blood in stool Extreme fatigue Bile in stool Stomach cramps Nausea Feeling dizzy upon standing Feeling fainting when standing up too long Feeling weak after eating. I talked to my PCP and she told me she didn't know what was going on, just to talk to my surgeon and my surgeon has done nothing. I know everyone here isn't a doctor but did any of you guies experience any of this? If so, what did your doctor say or do? Sent from my SM-G…

Hi my op is set for 8th Sept so just reading up on everything before I start my pre-op diet. Having surgery in London not far from where I live. Anyone post op from London? Sent from my SM-N910F using the BariatricPal App

So I'm 2 weeks post-op and started my semi-solid foods today. I have been through an emotional roller coaster dealing with my food addiction since pre-op diet started. I am happy to tell that my worries have subsided because I was able to tolerate everything I tried today! Yogurt, oatmeal (watery), and a softly scrambled egg with some low fat cheese!! I was very nervous about getting stuck or nauseous or whatever but, I think because I was so worried I really paid attention to the guidelines of eating with my new pouch! So relieved!! Just wanted to add a little happy to the forum! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had surgery 6/1. Tonight one of my lap sites is draining. It's pretty much a constant stream of pink fluid. It is positional, meaning it runs out when I stand up. I will call the WLS Office in the Morning, but wondering if anyone has had experience with this?

so my surgeons office has faxed over all of my paper work to insurance today ..now I cross my fingers , pray and learn to have the patience of a saint as I wait and see what BCBS IL PPO decides . I personally think this is the worst part of the ordeal as I have no control over this. Hopefully soon I will be a part of all of you doing the post op dance and begin my journey to a new , happier, healthier me

Iis there anyone out there that at week 3 felt great with no side effects at all? I am sticking the diet schedule but have saved things like chicken and sushi and have been able to eat about anything yet the chewing is very important and it is only bites rather than anything substantial. I have had no complications except for a couple of bouts of discomfort when I didn't chew well or drink to much. is this normal after 3 weeks? I worry about it not taking affect. let me know if anyone else has had it very easy because I was preparing myself for the worse. Sent from my SM-G900P using the BariatricPal App

I am 11 days past surgery. Every time I eat, my stomach feels backed up. Almost like my food takes a really long time to go down. It hurts a little bit. Even if I eat just 3 or 4 bites, spaced out. It takes me so long to eat just a few bites of yogurt. Anyone else experience this? I don't remember anyone telling me that this would happen, but then I wasn't exactly fully coherent before I left the hospital. It's making me nervous. ~~ LadyDarkness415 ~~

Has anyone been revisioned..what was it like. Anyone close to Nashville Tn Sent from my LG-H634 using the BariatricPal App

hi , surgery was a week ago on Friday July 29th . The only pain I have is from the incision and scope hole from were they removed my band and port. I am walking around , using a pillow for support and an ice pack to help with the pain but does anyone else have any tips or tricks to help with this ? I would greatly appreciate it

I'm 3 months out and I've been crying over everything now and just feel blah. Is this a normal thing?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone my gastric bypass surgery date is set for 2nd week of September. My question is, which I haven't been told yet, but I hear that I will have to go on a liquid diet two weeks before my surgery right? And that is to be of Water, broth and Protein Drinks only right? Well I also been told by my dietitian that I needed to purchase Protein drinks and Vitamin D3 Flintstones vitamin, Iron and B12 vitamin. Now I done went in July and purchased like 12-13 cases of the Premier Protein shakes and my Vitamins and also like 3 or 4 chicken broths. My question is will I really be drinking all these Protein Shakes and broths and taking all these vitamins after my sur…

I'm almost 9 months post op! I can't believe it. I feel great. I'm exercising, BUT...the scale does not seem to be moving anymore. I've been at 245 (down from 323 on surgery day) for almost 2 months. Anyone else at this point in the journey and having similar issues? I blog/vlog about my journey and how it's changed my life. You can check it our at the link! http://laughingmyassoff.squarespace.com/blog/2016/7/2/37-weeks-post-wls-update-with-pics Hope you're well! Niki

I hope someone out there is listening, since this is a small group, but my concerns are particular to our age. Has anyone else worried about weight loss making you look older? I know that I'll feel younger, and move better, and maybe my knees and feet will feel better, and my breathing will be better. But all that fat plumped out my wrinkles, and gave me boobs. I've been told I look 10-15 years younger than my age. So now I'll look old, and haggard, and seriously droopy. It's not my biggest concern, but I can't help thinking about that. Also...what if it doesn't work? Or work as well as it does on younger women? My metabolism has slowed considerably due to menopause. W…

Here I am last week with my kids (pink and black swim suit after 83 pounds and 8 months. My before pic in red shirt with husband. I had bypass and I'm so glad I made the decision! I feel healthier, younger, and the doc says I've already added year to my life. I've got about 30 pounds to go, no rush.