peacequeen

I wasn't asking in a plan to stretch my stomach out on purpose. I've just heard yes and no,,was wondering what is the truth. I'm still trying to learn what my stomach can hold,,sometimes I feel full and worry that I might stretch it. I'm having a hard time feeling when to stop so I'm measuring out an amount and eat that. Sometimes I leave the table full,,sometimes still hungry. I'm aware that it will stretch a little as swelling and healing takes place but didn't know if over time it stretched out significantly due to normal eating and drinking.

I've heard it both ways too. I just posted the same question "Is it true?"...sorry I didn't see your post first.

Can the sleeve be stretched out?

I'm having a hard time with this as well. Do we have to eat like this forever or is it yet another phase we must go through?

Are you talking about insurance approval or your paper work for the surgeon's office? You can read my signature notes and it shows you what I went through but every surgeon's requirements are different. I had alot going on because I have alot of health problems. From what I've read around the site over the past year most get labs, xray,,some get an endoscopy, barium swallow,,etc if they have swallowing issues, hernia or ulcers. Some doctors and/or insurance companies require a pre op diet. The time span on this can vary. Most doctors require a post op diet, I've seen only a few that don't. If you are self pay, you might have surgery quicker than those of us who have insurance. Insurance companies have their own requirements and have you jumping through some hoops. Everyone's process is different.

I had the same dream several times during my pre op diet,,I dreamed of devouring a chicken leg and was dipping it in bbq sauce,,I had it all over me.

I can't offer any other advice than what has already been given. I just wanted to make a suggestion..if you are a spiritual person then maybe you or you and your husband can talk to a pastor/preacher/priest. They don't normally charge.

btw..I guess I should say I'm a success too,,even though I had complications. That was a bumpy ride but my sails are rising and things are smoothing out. I'm so excited to start my new life. 24 pounds doesn't sound like alot but I got that much off and my breathing is better,,my ankles aren't hurting as much..I'm seeing the little differences. (sorry for the 2nd message,,I just forgot to say some things.lol)

I'm at the beginning of my journey even though I had my surgery on Dec. 27th. I had a leak,,was on tpn (fed by iv) for 3 weeks,,that meant no food or fluids,,at all. I gained 13 of the 24 pounds I had lost in 2 weeks,,,that stunk. I was asked if I had regrets and at that time I said yes,,I think I do. But then I got to go home,,was still on tpn so I was swinging between regret and maybe not regret. Then they took me off tpn and in 9 days I lost those 13 pounds so now I'm back to where I was..feeling pretty good,,losing weight,,still learning to eat but saying all of that..I would do this again. You're doing the right thing by asking lots of questions and doing your research. Complications happen but alot less than the successes.

I had lapro also,,and it was painful for me too..and I've had a csection, complete hysterectomy, a stomach tumor removed, gallbladder removed,,etc... I also hoped this to be my "miracle solution". After having complications,,I wasn't ready to say I have no regrets also..I can say I don't regret it now but I'm doing better each day. I don't think anything you said made you appear to be disillusioned..I think it all sounded very normal to me. And I think everyone's expectations are different and fair to each individual. Good luck hon...

I'm also anemic..that could be part of it.

I've had rls for about 20 years,,due to whatever. Potassium is a good remedy but most important,,do not wait till you are exhausted to try laying down to sleep. Go to bed when you are tired,,if you wait too long, it is much worse.

They called, I got scripts and all is much better so far. If I'm feeling worse tomorrow,, they want me to come in. I'm cutting back on solids and getting more liquids in so I don't get dehydrated. They want me to slow down when I'm eating and chew the heck out of my food..and it's helping with the nausea and my bowels finally moved. I think it was just a different couple of days for me and after my leak,,and tpn I'm just getting to know how things are working and how to do it. I didn't know eating would be so complicated with the sleeve..I knew I'd be eating less but it's like you have to have a schedule and routine,,timing plays a big role.

I think I'm just irregular and my plumbing isn't moving smooth. I notice this full feeling is lasting a few hours after I've eaten. I called doc office but no return call today..hopefully they'll call tomorrow. I'm feeling ok this evening but haven't been able to eat or drink much today at all. It just feels like I'm a full glass of water and things aren't moving through. I've mostly done liquids today in hopes it'll get things moving. Gosh we can discuss anything here, I feel. Thanks yall for listening to me with such a personal issue.

I've just been vomiting since last night. I stay nauseous all the time though. I'll give the doc a call..thanks!

Everything is full so i can't eat. I keep vomiting..I can feel everything up to my throat. Either vomit it up or until I have a bowel movement,,I can't eat. I know this is way too much info but is this normal? I had diarrhea for 5 weeks now I can't go at all. I'm so sick to my stomach today!

I'm sorry, I was just trying to keep it real. Complications can happen and is something that should be considered when going into this. It's minimal risk but they do exist. The original poster brought up an excellent topic. I wish I had thought to ask that before I had surgery.

I knew a leak was a very small possibility. We never want it to be us but it can happen. I wish I had known more about leaks and the process of healing from one. 2 weeks in the hospital, 3 weeks on tpn (this means no food or liquids,,you are fed by a picc line)..which is also not so comfortable. I wish I knew that once my leak was healed that I would have to start back to square one where my diet was concerned,,at 4 weeks out from surgery,,I was back to clear liquids then full liquids,,mushies,,etc. I wish I knew you can/more than likely will gain weight on tpn,,I had lost 24 pounds on my pre op and 1 week after surgery combined..but then on tpn I gained back 13 pounds. So when I say back to square one not only diet but trying to get that weight back off was a little disheartening. I have 3 pounds to go where I had left off and I had surgery on Dec 27th. I wish I had known that eating normal food would be hard to get down and keep down (probably not for everyone but it happens often enough). All that said..I am now at the point that I can say I am glad I had this surgery. As for what people say about having surgery, you have to look at your reasons for having it and weigh if it's more important than what people think of you having it,,you'll get your answer and not care what people think,,if that makes sense

That's great news! I bet you are overjoyed..congrats!

Just having problem on how to get started. I'll keep looking for faq's, help or whatnot at the site..

Thanks to all who responded!

Sorry..I'm referring to inside where the sleeve is made, not the incision on the tummy Or am I still confused?lol

Does anyone know how long it takes to develop the scar tissue that heals over the sleeve's staple line?

I've been through my share of complications,,had my regrets but I'm feeling better (aside of the heartburn/indigestion). I wouldn't say I regret the surgery now. Would love to get rid of these pesky issues but I think as I lose more weight, it will probably get better or there is something out there that I can take that will lessen my symptoms.

Is there a tutorial for myfitnesspal.com somewhere? I can't figure the site out,,it seems a bit complicated.