Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

I am 9 days out of surgery and my emotions are all over the place! I am still in liquid phase and should be changing to soft foods on Tuesday but my head hunger has been ferocious...I feel so goofy to be so attached and missing food like I am. Please tell me that this range of emotions is not unique to me...but I'm feeling like I am a woman on the edge...lol

Hey everyone, I'm 3weeks post op and I'm finding it hard.. I feel like I'm not eating enough. I only eat two yogurts per day. I ate a sausage roll and now my family think I've stretch my stomach and now I'm way to scared to eat now. I don't get any aftercare.. Gemma

I came across this site looking for some sort of support. I had rny gastric bypass on 6/10 so I'm fairly new to this. Looking for someone to bounce ideas off of and share experiences about our WLS Journey. Don't have to be close by to text each other. I love to be positive and try to motivate those around me and i do believe sharing and learning from peers will help a great deal. Anyone out there? Lol.

I was sleeved in December. Haven't been heavy my whole life and started at a pretty low BMI. My daughter on the other hand, is pretty heavy. She's 19 year old college student and just got approved for surgery! She's 5 hours away, so we're scheduling surgery for Christmas break when she'll be home six weeks. Is that enough time for her to recover or should we wait until next summer? She has a dorm that has a full kitchen and private bath so I'm hoping I can help her get set with all she needs there too. How soon after RNY did you start feeling better? Are we moving too fast?

I was sleeved in December. Haven't been heavy my whole life and started at a pretty low BMI. My daughter on the other hand, is pretty heavy. She's 19 year old college student and just got approved for surgery! She's 5 hours away, so we're scheduling surgery for Christmas break when she'll be home six weeks. Is that enough time for her to recover or should we wait until next summer? She has a dorm that has a full kitchen and private bath so I'm hoping I can help her get set with all she needs there too. How soon after RNY did you start feeling better? Are we moving too fast?

I am 31 years old and I had lap band in 2011. I weigh more today than when I had the surgery. I am currently scheduled for gastric sleeve in Mexico April 13, 2015 but have been considering gastric bypass. I don't want to have another surgery. So I need people to offer experience or advice of why you chose bypass over sleeve. I have 120 pounds to lose with 2 small kids. High Blood pressure and in danger of being a diabetic. I do not suffer from acid reflux.

I had RNY gastric bypass on April 1, 2015. I had complications that landed me in the hospital for most of April and the first week of May. I was doing great, but then all of a sudden I could no longer eat or drink anything at all. I ended up getting a g tube (feeding tube), which I had for 2 months. After it was put in, I started to eat a little better, but I still could not drink. Once I had my g tube removed, I was able to drink much better. After those complications, I had other medical conditions arise which I had a very hard time with as well. Unfortunately, while I was having all of these complications, my support system started to fall apart. I lost friends because…

Hi all, I'm new to this site and well in having the gastric bypass. I had my gastric bypass 8/13/15. My question is, do you experience a burning, pulling pain on the left side of your stomach from the belly button on? It paralyzes me a times : (( I called my doc and said sounds totally normal, just sounds muscular. Just wanna see if anyone has some experience on this. Thank you, Veronica

Looking for some local people to share this experience with. I want to find some friends who are going through the same thing I am. My current friends support me but they really don't understand the mental roller coaster that goes along with all this. Thanks.

Hi, everyone just wondering if there's any revision sleeve to bypass patient of there that have United Healthcare. If so was it extremely hard to get approved for the revision surgery and did it take a long time for the approval. Also I'm only 14 months out from being sleeved and just wondering if I would have to go through the entire process again. I'm having extreme complications with gerd not to mention I've only lost about 30-40lbs with the sleeve. My BMI is still over 40 and my health issues have become more complicated. My diabetes is worse than ever, my blood pressure is staying up and the GERD has me in pain and vomiting a lot. Any advice anyone??

Has anyone used Insure Nutrition to get Vitamins and supplements covered by insurance?

For anyone craving pasta or looking for something good to eat alongside protein, try Tofu Shirataki. I buy the angel hair variety from Whole Foods - 20 calories and 3 carbs for an entire package, which is one serving ( I eat about 1/4 usually). Tastes like the real thing, especially with some marinara sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese!

Please don't judge, but I am looking for help. I drank a lot of alcohol before surgery and unfortunately have been drinking alcohol since about a month out and now I am almost a year out and at a stahl. I understand why and I would like to quit completely!!! It's very hard and want to know if anyone else is having this problem? What did you do to quit ? Thank you for not judging.

A team from Iowa State University analyzed and tested a variety of fitness trackers including Fitbit Flex, Nike+ FuelBand SE, Jawbone UP 24, and Misfit Shine to determine their accuracy in measuring sedentary, aerobic, and resistance activity. This article provides a breakdown of error rates for each monitor based on activity. http://acsh.org/2015/08/fitbit-jawbone-and-others-how-accurately-do-fitness-trackers-measure-calories-burned/

Hello everyone, I'm new here and I have a question. I just did a revision to Gastric Bypass two weeks ago and now I'm on the puréed diet. The problem I'm having is that, I can not tell if I'm hungry or full. I'm not getting any type of signal. How am I suppose to know when I'm hungry? I asked the dietitian and she said it will come back but right now I just need help finding ways that I can know if I'm hungry or full. It's kind of frustrating because I don't want to over eat or drink more than I'm suppose to and get dumping syndrome or something. Any advice will be helpful. Thanks!

I am a little embarrassed to write about this but I am desperate to know if this something I should be concern about . I just had surgery on Tuesday 8/18 and I have been doing ok. I was having really bad gas pain but I was told that was normal . Well today I woke up and I haven't been able to stop going to the bathroom (#2)... Even water is running right thru me . Is this normal ? Should I call my doctor first thing tomorrow? This just started today and I am to the point where I am sitting next to the bathroom so I don't have an accident . So embarrassing to be writing about this but as stated earlier, I am desperate and concerned .

So I'm about 4/5 weeks post op RNY and I'm finding I eat 5/6 times a day and sometimes worry it's too much. Im sticking right around 600 calories and 60g protein a day. Is this normal?

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Hello, I will be having my bypass next month. I am trying to prepare everything that I need and wondering if anyone has helpful tips, tricks, tools? Thank u.

I feel like I've stretched my pouch or something. RNY 5/1/15 and I feel like I am eating such huge portions some days (for example, if I wanted to, I could eat half a sandwich). However today I managed to eat about 6 shrimp for dinner and that was it. Any suggestions as to what's going on with Oscar the Pouch?!

I have been going through almost 8 months monitored weight loss (insurance only requires 6) and two months of being drug around in the mud by my insurance, bariatric office, and the insurance coordinators. Long story short, they denied the surgery at first, and them told me I'd have to see someone once a week for 3 months (currently still doing that), and then I could appeal. We submitted an appeal anyway, to have the denial overturned. I called on 8/22/2015 for s$%*^'s and giggles to see what the status was. The surgery has been overturned, meaning it's approved. It's done, it's over, I can finally get the surgery!!!!! I called my bariatric office to see what the next…

So I'm over 3 months post op and I'm wondering if my hunger is starting to return. I'm wondering because, with all the dang gurgling, I can't tell if this is hunger's "new sound" after surgery or if it's just general gurgling that comes with bypass. IE- this morning after my run I noticed it. I drank some Water, and it calmed a bit, but it was also time to eat Breakfast. Can't tell if it's coincidence or hunger?? So was you hunger sound the 'same' once it returned, or did it take on a sound/feel??

My friend had rnY gastric bypass last week and the weather here has been really humid, she said when she goes for her short walks she's always out of breath and get a little light headed. Is this normal? She also said she hasn't been able to take in all her liquids. Could it be dehydration? Or something more serious?

Are there any GB people out there who got the surgery over 5 years ago? I am interested in hearing from people who had the surgery a while ago, and finding out what issues you encountered over the long term. Did your weight increase eventually from your goal weight? Do eating patterns change over time? Do you still experience dumping syndrome? What other things might you tell a GB newbie about what to expect long-term?

Hi all. I am 5 weeks post-op. I've lost about 45 pounds. I was given clearance to eat soft proteins and veggies. My problem is the nut told me to eat 3 times a day with a small amount of the soft protein and still continue to drink the protein shakes as well as water. I tried to eat three times a day, but would feel nauseous in between portions. I am also struggling to get the protein shakes down, but I just can't take another one. I tried eating little bites 4-5 times throughout the day and that helped the nausea, but I gained 2 pounds. Anyone else feeling this frustration?

Is it normal to have back pain after gastric bypass surgery? Got bypass done this past tuesday but been having lower back pain nonstop. I know the gases can give you some pain but do not know if it has to do with my back hurting. Anyone can provide help please?

I have been trying to get this surgery (gastric bypass) for a full year. It's taken so long for my insurance to aproove and there were just a bunch of issues I had to go through to get here.. well.. my surgery is on the 15th. That's almost 3 days from now. And I am getting so worked up and nervous and just downright scared. I know this is what I have to do.. I'm just so worried. I have never in my life been a healthy weight or even "overweight" I've always been obese and super morbidly obese. I feel like I'm losing myself. I feel like the person I am is dying and once I lose all the weight I'm not going to know who I am. I'm so scared that I'm going to become cocky or s…

I'm new and pre op, haven't had surgery yet. I've been pretty determined to have the sleeve. I bought Alex's book the Big Book of Gastric Sleeve. It's a terrific book, all 400+ pages of it. I'm still leaning toward the sleeve but am wondering if I should do the RNY bypass. My question is this, since I already bought the Gastric Sleeve book would I need to also buy the Bypass book? I would imagine the pre op and post op diets are the same. I just had my PCP refer me to the bariatric doctors so I haven't even discussed it with them yet, which surgery I should get. I like the sleeve because I don't like the idea of malaborbtion, nor do I want my insides re-routed. I …

Hi all! I'm sure so many of you can relate to how I'm feeling right now. I have done so well with my WL up to this point but, recently my carb intake is out of control! I even worry that I'm eating so much, I will need revision in the near future! I take medication to control my compulsive eating and I feel I have that pretty well under control but, of corse like any addiction, it's not perfect.I'm even sliding back into that old mindset of screwing up eating today so, no GYM! You know it..the old ALL or NOTHING attitude. I just feel like screaming out loud "WHY AM I LIKE THIS???" Why can't I just KNOW I cant eat over so many carbs a day, go to the gym when I'm supposed t…

I am 6 months post op and things are wonderful... except... I cannot stop belching. Please let me explain. It DOES NOT matter what I eat, when I eat, how much I eat, or if I eat at all. This is not only after I eat. The belching is constant and all the time. I do not use straws, drink carbonation, or smoke. I take activated charcoal, fennel seeds, and a prescription probiotic. I have called my weight loss center/surgeons office and was told that they have only seen it twice and it went away on its own. This start 2-3 months after surgery and has not gone away. My chest hurts, it is embarrassing, and tiring. I don't know what to do. Has anyone been through this…

My med instructions say to continue my fish oil capsules (two enormous ones daily). I'm three days post-op and can barely swallow tiny pills. How do you guys take you fish oil? I tried emptying them into an ounce of unsweetened apple sauce but it was so disgusting I almost vomited for the first time while trying to down it. any suggestions? thank you!

I got my approval via peer-to-peer a few days ago, and I'm hoping to have my surgery date by Tuesday. I'm so ready for my band to come out. I want to get back on the losers' bench, and I can't wait until I no longer have pain in my side from this stupid port.

Tomorrow is my EGD. So nervous. I know it is all worth it in the end!

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…

1. Surgery 8/14.....after you wake up from surgery you start feeling regret......Its normal so don't worry. 2. I had issues with nausea....horrible...i just kept throwing it up and it subsided. 3. I was released yesterday 8/15 came home sipped Protein and immediately felt better. 4. Still have gas but the more I walk and sip the more it passes out. 5. Just happy to be home and doing my sips of broth & Proteins. 6. Will follow up with more after my nap ????

Hi, I'm almost 2 months out from revision to rny. I lost 40 pounds before surgery and 35 pounds post surgery. I have been at a stall for nearly a month and I am really getting down on myself. I get all the right Protein and liquids in, I don't cheat. One problem I do have is not eating enough. Could this be why I am not losing weight? I have mobility issues that prevent me from doing traditional exercising, but my surgeons PT gave me some exercises I can do in my chair. But I don't think they're doing anything to help. I'm extremely upset about this stall. I feel like I failed the surgery. I beat myself up every day, while trying to force myself to eat. Has this h…

Never I my life would I have thought I would say those two words together. Lol. I like that my life is not surrounded with food and that I'm not obsessed. One great benefit of this whole thing. Eating is so uncomfortable most the time so it's not as fun and fulfilling as it used to be. That's a good thing. Anyone else feel this way?

I started my journey a year ago. An 8 session nutrition class that lasted over a few months, followed by repeated appointments with case workers, nutritionist, social worker etc. All-in-all, it's been a year of re-learning how to eat, how to exercise, and a re-evaluation of what's really important.. my health. Tomorrow I will have gastric bypass - a 1-2 hour operation that could be the end of diabetes, sleep apnea and a future of health problems related to obesity. I say could be because there are no guarantees and I know it will be critical for me to stay on task with my new lifestyle if I am to succeed. But I know I can do it. This will give me my life back. I've been …

Great resource book that helps pre and post surgery for all WLS options. It was just what I needed to have a realistic lifestyle no matter what surgery I chose!! It's only 5.99$ ebook and worth every penny!!

I've been so impatient, and so excited, and suddenly it's time to go. I wouldn't say I'm nervous, but I am feeling so overwhelmed, with so many different emotions. Ahhhhhhh! Wish me luck everyone!

I am in the midst of my first really emotionally stressful situation since my surgery. My mother in law passed away yesterday and I am finding myself at a loss. Like many WLS patients I have always celebrated, stressed and grieved with food. I feel lost already and now not being able to cope in the way I always have is making my head spin. I tried a 1/2 a half of a chocolate chip cookie. Ugh!!! Sick to my stomach. Old habits definitely die hard!

Hi all, I have posted before but cannot find any of my posts from before my surgery. I had other surgery performed at the same time and the fix was gastric bypass. I had strictures, an esophageal problem and a hernia. I needed help to lose weight but I was not considered acceptable for weight loss surgery based on weight.(205weight,5'6) My issue--first week, great..no nausea or vomiting and could handle every thing...I have tried to progress to an egg, Soup, beans--all pureed but I can't hold anything down this week. Frustrated as I'm hungry!! Any suggestions.2 ounces is my portion size right now and I measure it so It's not from too much. Thanks y'all!! Also I wo…

467 to 277 goal 200 I have back problems along with a lot of other health problems. It is a lot harder to keep motivated alone here in SW Florida with no one to relate to. Anyone else close to Fort Myers/Cape Coral FL?

Hey there! I am 5 weeks out from a gastric bypass revision and am feeling incredibly frustrated. I am following my surgeon's directions to the letter (60 grams of protein per day); drinking at least 80 ounces of water every day; and walking 5-6 miles every day. For the past 2.5 weeks, I have not lost so much as an ounce. I met with the dietician from the surgery group who only confused me and contradicted all the written information is been given pre- and post-surgery. I left his office in tears of frustration last week because I don't understand how I could be doing everything right (by the guidelines given to me), having a caloric intake of less than 600 calories per da…

I am considering RNY and may have to pay for the suregery on my own. Has anyone here self paid and if so how much did it cost you?

Im kinda scared. I havent eaten in 5 days or i get sick. Even on yogurt. I have called the doc and tomorrow Im having an EGD i think its called. Its where they scope you and open up your stomach with a balloon. I guess i have a stoma stenosis. I am 5 weeks out. I am just scared it is going to hurt. Anyone else have this done? Apparently i will be in twilight sleep for it. I wish they would just knock me out. I mean im losing a pound or two a day...but this is crazy. 49 pounds down.

Anyone in or near Louisville Kentucky?

I tried one as breakfast meal replacement and got super sick shortly after, any one else experience this??

I got a date for my surgery.................August 3rd 2015

ok guys im steve im on my 2week liquid diet started on 3-9-15 i go for the surgery on the 23rd of march what i need help with is what to drink i been using the body fortress super advanced whey Protein chocolate but it is nasty i also tryed the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken broth didnt like it either what do some of you like this stuff is making me not want to drink it like im going to puke thanks for any help