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My 3rd day of liquid diet can I eat jello sugar free pudding

I week out from RNY. Two weeks of Liquid diet and Keto found my ankles but one week after surgery gave me an even bigger blessing!!! I haven been able to wear this comfortably in about two years. Now I’m scared to wear the dern thing because I’m so used to the silicone bands I’m afraid I’ll ruin it! At least it fits!!!

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I had surgery January 16th for hiatel hernia closure and at same time my gastric sleeve surgery was converted to the bypass cause my stomach kept getting lodged in the hernia. I have the symptoms of an anastomotic leakage, pain in left shoulder area off and on while eating and have to stop eating rare back in seat until it stops. For last 3 days it's done this while eating. So I googled that question and it said an anastomotic leakage is what this symptom comes from.

I also want to ask If I was ever going to be able to eat sushi again. Or Chinese food. I ask because I'm one-month post-op and there are veggies I don't even tolerate yet.

Is a person that had WLS more fertile a year out than a person that doesn’t have WLS?

Hi everyone. New to the group just starting my WLS journey. The journey started with a visit to an ortho surgeon for very bad knees. Recommended knee replacements and obviously weight loss. Being only 50yrs old I am going to focus on the weight loss and hope the knees improve greatly with weight loss. I believe with me wanting to lose over 50% of my body weight that bypass makes the most sense. I just had my consultation yesterday. My question is how much less pain, especially in the knees and feet, have you successful WLS patients experienced after 100 or more lbs lost?

Hello, I am 8 days post op and as soon as I was discharged from the hospital and got home I've been so sad and crying all the time and that's not like me at all. I'm hungry all the time too, even though I get in my fluids. I hope this is just a phase.

I wonder if I can have some decaffeinated coffee, I miss my coffee so much so tired of drinking tea I'm not a tea lover

Well it's been a great chatting with everyone. I appreciate all the answers I've received on here. I decided a couple of days ago that I personally think that I have nothing to offer anyone on this site or any other site so I decided my time was limited on here. I figured that I would wait till after my first follow up appointment, announce what happened in the office visit and the tell everyone goodbye. So goodbye y'all. I wish everyone gets to the weight goals that your shooting for. Adios.

Had RNY Monday morning. Was doing well enough to head home Tuesday afternoon. Sipped as much as I could but it's like as soon as it hits my stomach I need to burp to make it go down. It's slightly painful but overall not terrible. The incision pain is annoying at best. I feel super sluggish today on day 3 and I know that's to be expected but when does the pain of swallowing stop into the belly or the burping to get it down?

I have been on Lisinopril hctz 20/25 for around 8 years. I got up from my recliner and went around 10 steps, I saw black and passed out cold. My wife said I was out around 45 seconds to a minute. I got up, I luckily landed on my back, my head hurts pretty bad from smacking the laminate flooring. I will stay up for at least 5 hrs tonight to make sure I'm alright. Wife insist that I stay up. I checked my blood pressure after sitting in the kitchen island stool. Was 72 over 68. Never even been under 100 on the lower side. I haven't taken my blood pressure medication yet, so I removed all of them for every night in my pill organizer. So I'll call my primary care physician tom…

Anyone here suffer from complications related to Gastric Bypass? I am getting it this spring and trying to mentally prepare. Thanks!

I had gastric bypass on Jan 15. At first I was only able to get in a few sips of water/liquid at a time. Now it seems that I can drink a lot more before getting that full feeling. Is this normal?

My RNY surgery is Monday and I'm starting to freak out. My surgeon is one of the best and I'm relatively healthy otherwise so I have no real reason to worry. I had an abdominalplasty (tummy tuck) to remove skin and fix diastasis rectis (separation of ab muscles) five years ago. I've also had multiple orthopedic surgeries (hockey) and my gall bladder removed so it's not the pain I'm worried about, pain I got lol. But because of the previous abdominal surgery I'm worried there will be too much scar tissue inside and not enough skin to "blow up my stomach cavity" and will have to have an open surgery, which is such a longer harder recovery. I guess I'm curious if anyone else…

Hi all, I am a 30 year old male. I previously had a gastric sleeve surgery 5 years agobut due to the massive regain of weight, I had a revision gastric bypass in February 2019. Anyways, since my lowest recorded weight and initial weight loss success in June 2019, I have since gained 7kg to date and feel like I gaining 1-2kg a week. Specifically, I have regained 6 kg since early Dec 2019 to date. Over the past 3 weeks, I have regained at least a 1kg a week. I feel like I can eat just as much, if not more, then my first gastric sleeve surgery 5 years ago. I know that the bypass is a tool only, but I am shocked in the amount I can eat and want to eat. I c…

Hiiiii! Just post op from October 1st. I know this is a marathon, not a sprint but would like to hear any stories of women over 40 and their experience with the rate of loss following bypass/RNY.n I feel it will help motivate me. Thank you very much

I was wondering.....does everyone Regain some sort of their weight back after weightloss surgery? From what I am reading most do.

I had surgery years ago and lost a good amount of weight and then totally fell off the wagon. I've gained weight back, but not a whole lot. I'm trying to get down to my goal weight now, but i'm losing nothing. I can't lose a pound to save my life. i'm sticking to the high protein diet that i was suppose to have followed post surgery. cut out all junk and processed foods. not snacking. i just can't lose anything at all. I've been told two different things... first is that the surgery may have ruined my metabolism. i find that hard to believe, but i've been told it a few times. and that i'm eating to few calories. if this is the case and i need to up my…

I’m 8 days post op RNY and I’ve caught a cold. Any advice on over the counter cold medicine?

I am scheduled for my mini gastric bypass on Feb. 10th. Started the 3 week liquid diet yesterday. (3 specific meal replacement drinks and up to 250 cake of specific veggies). I think it will be doable, but man I am hungry. Anyhow, the main question I have: how long until you returned to work afterwards? My surgeon said I’d need 7-10 days off and can then go back if I’m feeling well enough. I had my gall bladder out a few years ago and they wouldn’t clear me to return for 10 days, and I felt well enough to go back after 3. How long were you guys off work? Was the recovery easy? Is jumping back into work after 7-10 days reasonable? Just for reference, I teach kindergart…

Hello, I have a surgery coming up in 4mnths and having a hard time choosing witch surgery to have. I would like to know how did women who have had the gastric bypass make that decision,

Happy 3 month post op to all October surgeries!!! How is everyone doing? Hi’s/lo’s?? I’m down 73lbs so far . My focus has been protein and cardio. Hi’s? Under 300lbs I feel a huge difference in clothes. Lo’s? I thought I’d be happier with my progress. I’m still nervous every day of failure.

I had an abscess form inside one incision and was wondering if anyone else had this and how long did it take to heal.

AS LONG AS IT ISN'T SUGARS, FATS OR PROCESSED CARBS. I'm cleared to eat what I want. He said he still cannot believe that at 10 days out I was able to eat 4oz of air fried salmon. He said that beef jerky usually is hard to handle at 2 months. I have been snacking on beef jerky and peanuts since around 15 days out. I was 225 fully dressed with my jacket, knife, smartphone, change, and wallet when I was weighed. The Nurse said; there was no need to remove anything since she couldn't believe the difference since my surgery. My surgeon asked about how I'm doing with my meds, proteins and fluids, I told him all's good. He looked at my incisions and said I'm healing really fast…

I’m 3 1/2 months post RNY gastric bypass and for the last month I’ve been suffering from intense pain in my butt. It’s like the bones themselves ache and every time I sit down I’m in agony. Oddly enough, it appears I have lost weight disproportionately from my backside, leaving me with very little padding left (and I’m still a big guy at 300 lbs after losing 110 lbs). My wife ordered me a special pillow for people suffering from coccyx injuries and I can’t wait for it to arrive. I’ve since read that this can happen, but this was definitely not mentioned in my ‘things to expect post-surgery’ talks with my surgeon. Then again, he didn’t mention the joint p…

I had a revision from VSG to RNY bypass on Monday, 1/13/20. I had major complications with the VSG, and that was the only option. I ended up with a pinched nerve in my left shoulder due to the position my arm was in during the long surgery, so I’ve been on painkillers a bit longer than planned. Enough back story! Today I’m on full liquids for my seconds day. Not my first time at the rodeo with the graduated diet. However, I’m having liquid poo. Cannot trust a fart (lol)! Is this a concern that I should call the dr’s line over the weekend for, or is this a common issue? I go back to his office first thing Tuesday to get my drain out. That’s the first time they’re o…

My doctor prescribed me Ozempic, which is an injectable diabetes drug that has been shown to be an effective weight loss drug. Like surgery, it makes you feel full quickly and blocks absorption. I’ve been taking it since July and, based on what I’ve read of post-surgery experiences, it has many effects and symptoms in common with surgery. Has anyone else taken Ozempic? What has your experience been?

Hi, I am new to this website and wanting to say “Hello”. I had my surgery in Florida. Does anyone know Dr. Ayzengard?

I was scheduled for January 28th FMLA and Short Term disablilty at work all set, I found out I was approved today, paid off the rest of my balance I needed to pay before surgery which was $800 and the rest I can pay off after surgery. Well my surgeons office called back and said I need to pay another $800 before surgery because they didnt know I had a 50% Coinsurance smh I dont have that kind of money after already giving up $800 today so I have to wait until Mid-end February To have schedule I will get my new date Monday im just discouraged but im trying not to be. good thing im approved and the office can just call my insurance and change the date but now I have to cal…

I had my bypass 6 days ago and a surprise hernia repair. I’m healing nicely but have some constant low-level nausea. Now things like scented candles, my shampoo, dryer sheets, etc. are bothering me. I also get these phantom smells - where’s that cinnamon coming from?? It’s weird! Anyone relate?

What supplements are y'all taking besides the calcium and vitamins? I've added biotin for hair loss, Vitamin E and K for better calcium absorption, flaxseed oil for Omega-3 fatty acids (I'm a vegetarian so won't take fish oil...) and a probiotic. I had to get one of those freakin pill organizers that my mother-in-law used and laughed at...Gawd I'm gettin old...

I had my gastric bypass surgery on the 8th and I'm 10 days old today but my swelling has not on now yet I still walk around and a little pain I still can't sleep on my stomach so what do I need to do I'll walk up and down stairs but it helps sometimes I still ache I eat very little can anybody tell me what to do betterhelp gastro bypass surgery on the 8th and I'm 10 days old today but my swelling has not went down yet I still walk around and a little pain I still can't sleep on my stomach so what do I need to do I'll walk up and down stairs but it helps sometimes I still ache I Evie little can anybody tell me what to do that I help

So in October I stopped Protein Shakes because I thought I was eating enough Proteins with my meals. Well I guess I wasn’t my hair is thinning terribly so this month I started drinking Protein shakes again. How long does it take for the Protein levels to build back up in your blood and how long till my hair grows back? Should I drink extra shakes to get some extra Proteins for it to build up faster? Or how many shakes a day is to much? (I drink Premier Protein Shakes with 30g) figured this would be a good time to do a liquid”ish” diet where I drink shakes during the day and one real meal for dinner. I feel like I’ve been eating to much the past couple of mont…

OMG I GOT APPROVED 10 MORE DAYS IM SO ESTATIC, NERVOUS, and ANXIOUS. Im On My 2Week diet and Doing Well Im Not Even Hungry Thats How Anxious I am. I Have My Last weigh In monday And Presurgical Appointment With the Hospital On Monday

Does anyone else have gurgling inside after eating or drinking ? I got the dreaded feeling you get before the dumping syndrome ,after taking a vitamin capsule, so maybe because they are quite big capsules , I need to get them changed , but I get sometimes when I’ve just drunk liquid . .

Well so far my stomach has handled all the foods that I've swallowed over the last week. Of course around 1oz to 2oz at a time well chewed (otherwise noted weights). 4oz of air-fryed Oldbay seasoned salmon fillet fits perfect, 3oz of air-fryed lemon pepper chicken breast, 4oz air fryed Oldbay seasoned Mahi Mahi, 3oz apple/cherry/hickory smoked pulled pork without sauce (not needed damn it was good. I smoked and vacuum sealed the day before surgery), 1/4 cup roasted salted peanuts, and 4 oz air fryed shrimp with Oldbay seasoning. I am very happy with my progress so far. I'll stick with meats, seeds and nuts for another couple of weeks and then try to incorporate some veggi…

For some reason I don't know why anything I do like washing dishes or anything around the house even laying down in bed, I be getting this pain in my Upper Left Lung that feels so uncomfortable no matter what position I try to relax, what could this be, has anyone else gone through this please inform me. Thanks!

I had surgery last July and I've lost 70 lbs. When I see people that I haven't seen in a while that is usually one of the first things that comes up. Immediately after "You look great!" comes the "How are you doing it?". What is most frustrating to me is that it seems like when I open up to people about my surgery so many choose to share that they know someone who did it, lost a bunch of weight, then gained it back or weigh more than before. I'm SO sick of hearing that! I feel bad to mislead people about how I'm losing so much weight because I know that desperate feeling of hoping to discover the "perfect" diet. I could just say that I only drink water and mostly ea…

Hello All, Im so anxious my surgery is in 27 Days And Im Sooooooo Ready. What was your Starting weight, height, current weight? Before and After Pictures would be great also. My starting weight 03/19 was 404lbs Im 5’4 my Current weight is 372 i was 365 last month but gained weight due to being sick not exercising and eating poorly. My highest weight was about 430 my goal weight is 150lbs what is yours? My plan is to lose at least 20lbs more before surgery.

Hello everyone I started at 306 n now I am 190 which is great but started having weird symptoms of bad heartburn and I wasn’t able to to eat or drink. On the 31st of December my surgeon went in and put a ballon to stretch my stomach out a bit which I can now drink but still not eat as much. But I am still having bad heartburn and stomach pain accompanied by like a burning up I’m not sure if what I am going through is normal.

I’m having such a hard time. I had surgery 11/15. Nearly everything makes me nauseated. I’m never hungry. Is there ever a point where you can take normal bites again? Will there be a point where it is possible to eat “normally” again? Eating meat scares me, it never seems to go down ok or sit well. I just want to feel normal again. I usually feel nervous about eating because it is so unpleasant. What is eating like further out from surgery?

Anyone with same surgery date 1-6-20? How you doing so far?

Can it do the stomach and harm by eating a lot of sugarfree popsicles ?

I'm just wondering if everyone has the same full symptoms? I personally feel some discomfort in my lower front ribs, mouth waters badly, and left nostril runs. Thank you for your answers ahead of time!

Yesterday was my 10th day post-op and I can honestly say that I am eating great. Yesterday morning I ate 1/8 cup oatmeal with a 1/4 cup mashed bannana in it and 2 packets of Stevia. Went down wonderfully with no discomfort. Lunch time, I ate a 4oz airfried chicken breast with lemon pepper. Dinner time, I ate 4oz Salmon with old Bay sprinkled on it and a splash of lemon with 2oz green beans. Everything is going well. I just skipped the puree stage and chew to a pulp. Can't feel my incisions anymore. No discomfort from the surgery at all. That's my update. I really hoping that everyone else is doing great as well.

Hello everyone! I have started the process of getting approved for surgery and I feel like I am not sure how I stay on a vegetarian diet after surgery. I am a horrible cook and I hate to cook also. I really like that I eliminated the inflammation in by body by going vegetarian and I really don’t want to go off but I’m nervous about after the surgery any suggestions because now I kinda just steam veggies or cook the morning star burgers eat. I have only been a vegetarian since September 2019. Still very new n learning. Help please I appreciate all you can offer. Thank you in advanced!

My rny is scheduled for Jan. 6. I'm as ready as I can be, but I have this gnawing fear that I will go through all of this and it just won't work. I've been a yo-yo dieter for so long that my last couple of attempts had zero weight loss - my body was so used to me trying to restrict that it just held onto the weight. Is this an irrational fear?

So I started this journey in August 2019. I just found out that my insurance has approved me. I still need to do the EGD an I am scheduled on the 15th of this month. I have one major concern and that is, I can not tolerate any type of pain medication on an empty stomach. I am worried about after that surgery. Any advice?