Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums

Hi, I just had my Gastric Bypass Surgery on January 23rd. Please email me if you are interested in being WLS buddies. Would be great to have support. I had my surgery in Norwich, CT btw

So I tried cauliflower tots a couple weeks ago. HOLY COW!! I'm in love! I make egg muffins and cauliflower tots for dinner AT LEAST once a week. YUM!! Here's the recipe I use: https://dimandgirl.wordpress.com/2015/03/06/egg-muffins-and-cauliflower-tots/ ^^That's my blog by the way^^

Hello all! My surgery is set for feb 9 and I start my liquid diet on Tuesday. I'm excited, nervous and everything other emotion you can think of. Right now I'm most worried about the 2 weeks and getting though that.

Hi Everyone! I'm newer to this group and I am so thankful I found you all! I had surgery July 2013, and I've lost 135 lbs. My starting weight was 268. I've had several complications and to be quite frank this has been a journey I wouldn't do again! I had a stricture at 9 weeks post-op. They had to go in 4 times with the balloon to open it. Nausea is an everyday part of my life and I have experienced this awful pain in my left side, at rib level, for months! This pain comes and goes but when it's here the nausea is awful! I have a hard time sleeping because nothing helps the pain, which lasts 4-7 days. Then it goes away again. My surgeon did exploratory surgery, and other …

What is your favorite easy high protein meal, snack,shake? I am 9 weeks out. Down 45 pds but I don't think I get in my daily 60-80 grams a day

3 months out -gastric by pass. Two nites in a row, diarrhea until clear then fine during the day and the diarrhea starts all over again at night? Any suggestions?thanks

I am 5 months post RNY and since starting the journey I've lost 84 pounds and it feels great. I've slowly been backsliding on journaling and not eating as I should. Result, weight loss has stopped, but I haven't gained - but feel it is only a matter of time. At the moment my stress level is sky high - was diagnosed with breast cancer last week and am scheduled for a mastectomy on 3/31. Back in the day, food was my go-to stress reliever, comfort giver. I don't want to undo the good that I've accomplished, but I'm having trouble getting back on track. Any words of wisdom?

Hello my name is Kellie Schmidt. I had RNY bypass in 2003 and lost over 200 lbs. I however got pregnant in 2006 2010 2012 and 2013 I also lost a baby in 2009. I had very stressful complicated pregnancy with all 4 due to malnutrition. I am now dealing with severe fatigue, migraines, dizziness, sweating and freezing, difficulty sleeping and forgetfulness! I went to the ER twice last week for migraine and today went in again because I felt like I was going to black out...my legs went numb and I felt very dizzy.. anyway my hemoglobin is 7.6 that explains why I'm so tired! Just wondering if anyone else out there has experienced this and what are your suggestions? ?

In the next 6 weeks, I'll be taking two trips to unfamiliar locations. I'm going to Greece for a week with work, then going to Peru for 2.5 weeks on vacation. I am super excited about both of these trips, but so nervous about my new pouch. I'm only 2 months post-surgery and don't yet have a ton of experience on what works and what doesn't. I could just throw a couple dozen Protein bars in my bag and call it a day, but food is such an important part of experiencing a culture and I hate to miss everything. This is a hard one for me.

Hi everyone my name is Emma and this is the first thing I'm posting on here I had a lap band put in years ago and failed miserably on it granted I did think I'd wake up from surgery skinny lol I'm now going for gastric bypass and decided to remove the lap band instead of keeping it in place has anyone kept there's in? Also I'm approved for surgery and all is well on my paperwork end but my surgeon informed me she wants me to lose 40 pounds before surgery because my bmi is really high so I'm trying not to be depressed but it's really hard at times I feel like I'm never going to get there anyone else out there feeling the same.

I haven't had my surgery yet, I am still going through all the pre-op requirements, but I have been working with my nutritionist on losing weight. I was doing great, and now I am gaining weight! I am keeping my diary of what I eat on fitness pal, and it shows that I am on track, but yet, I am still gaining some. Any suggestions?? Thanks, Karma

What are things that will stretch out pouch, and are there symptoms you are stretching out your pouch?

Why do I get them so much.

Hi all. I'm 5 weeks post op and completely exhausted. I sleep at night and by the time I get the kids off to school I'm reading to sleep and can sleep all day. I have never been one to sleep late or sleep during the day.....I'm getting my protein, vitamins and water in everyday. Anyone having this problem?? Suggestions??

It's getting closer and closer and more real. Nerves setting in a bit. I had all my testing done today and now waiting to meet with the dr. I've been at the hospital all day. I've got my list of questions.

Hi there. Anyone else scheduled for surgery in Ottawa this month? I just got the call this morning. Surgery is set for March 3!!!! Can't wait!!! Starting my OPTIFAST feb 10.

I am on Day two of the liver shrink diet....it's going better than I thought it would....then again talk to me on day 9 or 10 Anyone else doing this diet? I seem to keep reading most people doing the clear liquid diet

First night home from my RNY surgery. I'm overwhelmed with how to care for my wounds, staying hydrated and getting all the nutrients I need. I have to pace myself to get everything done. I know I can do it! Its just the beginning of a life long journey to a better me!

Does anyone else have an issue with tuna salad or chicken salad? At first I thought it was my new tummy, but as of today, 7 months out, every time I eat tuna or chicken salad, it gets stuck, then on comes the foamies and then it comes back up for at least 30 minutes. Similar stories? Thoughts? Suggestions? Thanks!

I am 3 months postop. i have been healthy and followed everything correctly until the last 2 days. i didnt have time to prep my lunch and i picked up a nesquick milk. I told myself i was going to take a few sips and an hour later i finished the whole thing.. it had like 30grams of sugar. . I didnt dump?? So then at night i had some m&ms.. mymaybe testing the limit.. i mean i have no idea why i am getting tempted to junk food. And why is my body able to handle it?. Actually i lied.. i was good till a week. Cause i have been eatting healthy but since a week i have been taking a sip of soda.. is there an alternative anyone has found. I dont crave the sWeet. I miss the…

Going to my second seminar for gastric bypass being that the first one didn't take my insurance, tomorrow I will be going to the Saint Michael bariatric center in Newark nj I hope I come out of there with good news, going with my medical records and hoping for the best even if it does happen for me I will not tell my family

I had surgery Tuesday, and I'm discharged tomorrow. I've never been happier. Lots of gas...lol, but I'm so excited to see what my life is going to be like.

Hi. First post on any of these forums. I've been reading awhile. Just approved last week. Still don't want to do this surgery but I know I can't do his on my own. I have been considering this for a year. Gave myself that to lose what I could and then make the decision. After a year I was down 15 pounds. Not the success I had hoped for but some success. A friend and I decided to go through the process together. She had many more health issues than I. She had her surgery June 2014 and had many complications. Not the same surgeon as I'm using so I do feel a little better about that. Finally made the decision when I read something on one of these posts. " do I see my…

Hi Everyone, I have been working with a surgeon and am considering bypass. I read an article today and it said that most complications show up once you are further out and that there are a lot of regrets once you have gotten through the "honeymoon period". It also stated that no one goes without complications or regrets . Can anyone comment on this for me?

April 13th I'm excited, nervous, scared and anxious all rolled up into one big ball of nerves!!!

I was wondering if anyone went into the military after surgery? I hear that you can't but the point of the surgery was for a healthier life.

Looking for a buddy/mentor for support and talks in who is going through the same thing. This has been a very emotional and exciting journey so far. I sign the consent for surgery on Tuesday, March 10th! Nervous and excited at the same time.

I had RYN in 2013 would love to find a friend that has had GB here

I am not even 1 week out and I dreamt about food today. I woke up and all I want to do is chew or taste something. Is this normal? It doesn't help that I live in a no -WLS home so I'm subject to smell whatever's cooking. I thought the surgery would take away the hormone that causes hunger... Is this in my head? I'm so sad.

Is there anyone from Arkansas who has had any wls?? Looking for support from locals as well as around the world friends for supports on wls.

My surgery is March 18th and I am supposed to start my liver shrink diet Saturday....I have been stocking up on Protein shakes when I caught them on sale/coupons but I was planning on going shopping today/tomorrow for the rest of the food I need since I have had a hectic schedule but now we have like 4 inches of snow!!! Guess I will have to wing it with what I do have around the house!! Time to get creative!! Haha

I'm new to the tofu world. I'm less than excited to try it but it's high in protein and I need to suck it up and try it. Does anyone know where I can find some good tofu recipes?

Has anyone tried the mission carb balance tortillas?? They are very good and have 6g net carbs. I eat it in moderation if course because I can't believe they're low carb lol. It's a quick fix for my cravings of wraps quesadillas or tacos and burritos. Let me know if any of you guys have had it. They are pretty pricy 8 of them for 5.99 but worth it.

2 days post op........went very well day one, almost too good. Key is stay up on pain mess. Day two was good until I got home from Hospital and gas cramping started, very painful for about 8 hours. Day three is starting to get rid of phlegm from being down, not fun. Pain is a 4 or 5. Hope tomorrow. Is better, need to get back to work

Does anyone know how to reach David Lopez by phone with BariatricPal??? Urgent!! He hasn't replied to email from earlier today. TIA

Hi everyone I am new but had my surgery 8/13/14. 6 months out and 84lbs down. I have been loosing weight very slowly during past months. 5 lbs in the last month and 1lb in the last 2 weeks. I have been eating more protien the last month and exercising the last 2 weeks. Just frustrated and scared of my weight not going down.

I'm 5 weeks out and today I had one of those days that I craved EVERYTHING. I haven't had one like that before. So I've ended up having an inch or so of my fiancés homemade pizza. And a tiny bit of dark chocolate. WHY?!? I've also felt really down the last few days, for no reason. I feel like a hormonal god knows what. I feel like I'm just going to fail at this!! I can't even last 5 weeks without risking a leak!

Are you serious? I'm three week post-op and I gained 0.1 pounds and I know that's nothing but I got on the scale this morning and gained another pound. I shouldn't be getting weighed everyday but I'm terrified I'm stuck already. Help. What am I doing wrong? ???? is it the fact that I moved from liquid to purée and I haven't had food in so long until now? Ugh. Helpppppp I've lost 14 so far but I'm so scared. Everyone says it should still be falling off.

I just started my journey (surgery was 11 days ago). I am so excited that I will be losing the weight and will be able to keep up with my daughters, feel better, and live longer. The vain inner me is freaking out though. I haven't been average sized since before highschool and I am not niave. I know that I am going to have extra skin. I knew going in to this that it would happen, but I'm really not looking forward to the saggy thighs and deflated breasts :-( How do people further out deal with it?

I've lost about 38 pounds and just now my bras are starting to pucker. I cannot wear shirt that shows the shape of my bra. Do anyone of you have suggestions of decent bras that I can buy "while" I'm loosing. Once I've lost, I'm willing to spend more money to get nicer bras.

Hey y'all! Hope your day is a blessing! My surgery was Feb. 27th so I am six days out. I still have quite a bit of pain going on but nothing that isn't tolerable. I feel really good and I can only believe it will get even more so. Anyone else have surgery on Feb 27th? HW - 262lbs SW - 256lbs CW - 244lbs

I am a little anxious and just developed a sore throat. Hope I can shake it before surgery. I have a stupid question. How does the gas from surgery clear the body? And how long does that normally take?

So today I tried to eat very mushy tuna. Apparently I ate to fast or to much and had it get stuck. OMG it was so painful! I was bent over trying to walk it off it took for ever. Had what I think is called the foamies. Yuk! Lessened learned.

I dont see many Canadians here. Anyone from Ontario? Windsor area?.

Im post op 5 1/2 years but due to complications need a revision. Would like to lose what ive gained and keep it off. Im in kansas but moving to pa in august. It can be via email text or calls if your not near. I did not have a support system before and would like one this go round. Thanks!

I am 3 months post-op and so very frustrated! My weight has slowed this past month and I've been at a stall for weeks. Today I get on the scale and I've gained 2 pounds! Why??? I track everything I eat, consuming around 600 calories, and between 48-66 grams of protein. I am so terrified that I won't lose anymore weight and I'll be 224 pounds for the rest of my life. My heaviest weight was 292 and I've lost a considerable amount in three months but I want to lose more. I didn't have surgery to still be considered obese. Any suggestions? I am in need of some serious encouragement. ????

I'm worried whether I'll be able to swallow my prescription medicines in the day and weeks following surgery. I take a couple of very tiny pills, a couple regular sized capsules, and three large pills every morning. Will I still be able to take these (swallow them) each morning? Any advice or tips would be appreciated.

I just had my surgery on the 23rd of Jan. It went very well. Only I keep getting stomach pains. Does anyone get pains? I'm hoping they will go away soon. It can be very uncomfortable even though it comes and goes.

Anybody in the Denver/Boulder area who has had bypass or is going through the process? I am currently going through the process of tests and medical dietary supervision in order to get insurance approval for my surgery. Would love to find pals in this area who are doing the same or have been through the process.

Started 2 week pre-op on January 20 and had RNY on February 3. I'm down 52 lbs...which is great but I'm just not hungry and nothing taste good to me. I'm Making myself eat and drink but it's very unsatisfying and my stomach feels over full most the time. Does this get better over time?