girly.girl

I am 2 years out & love everything spicy. Tolerate it really well. There is hope

Started: 4/28/2010 4'11" 207 lbs Size: 18 Now: 1/30/2012 4'11" 108 lbs (as of this morning) Size: 0/2 Yay. Maintained this weight for the last 9 months

hi ladies, I was wondering if you have had any relief with the nausea? Sad to say I'm starting week 9 and no relief or me. Still struggling through it. Any new info? I battled a kidney stone last week and I'm trying to get back on track. Thanks

you guys are not alone. I am also 6 weeks out and have been suffering from the vomiting/nausea since week 2. My surgeon says it is probably scar tissue in the stomach and is at it's toughest around 6 weeks. I am also trying to look at the brighter side. It has been horrible and I have been in bed for weeks. I know I need protein but some days I can hardly eat or drink anything. Hang in there, that's all we can do and hope later we will reflect and say that was just a short time we suffered to get to the goal!

hello, I had my surgery almost 5 weeks ago and have been suffering from morning mucus/sticky foam buildup in my throat everyday. It has become a routine similar to morning sickness, that's all I can compare it to. I am wondering if anyone else suffers or suffered from this? It continues through the day where I am forced to spit it out constantly. I have never sufered from allergies and thought I should attempt an alevert dissolvable pill to see if it helps? This is driving me insane. Please any suggestions?

Thanks for all the feedback. I did get sent home with a spirometer and used it the first few days. I was on prilosec for about 3 days and that's when the tightening started. Since I have quit the prilosec the tightening has subsided. I don't know if it was a reaction to the drug or not. I am still short of breath when I get up and move around too much (usually around 5 mins or so). I did think about anxiety. I do think that along with stress plays a huge part in what I am going though. I have never had a major surgery with recovery that did not include a new baby to take care of :sad0: I am nervous that this is the outcome of the rest of my life being weak and unavailable. I know everyone has had a moment or so but you do feel helpless to your family. I am still dealing with this was just for me and everyone will be okay without me for a few weeks. Thanks again for all the feedback, it is greatly appreciated.

Hi, I am 12 days post-op and since day 7 I have had shortness of breath, tightening in my chest, and rapid heart rate. I have been in contact with my doctor and he is only concerned with my calorie intake and hydration. He did order bloodwork and that came back normal. I have improved my liquids to and am now getting at least 50 ozs a day. I push for 60 but am getting there. I am having the hardest time with Protein shakes and liquids. They make me gag and I don't want to start vomiting. I did have low blood pressure when I went in for my last visit. anyone experience this after surgery and any suggestions?? I just want to have enough energy to get through my day and function normally... thanks,

hello. I was sleeved on 4/28. Everyday has gotten easier to drink, but not anywhere i'd like to be. I am only getting around 12 ounces a day (so far). I had extreme gas the first day home. For some odd reason I feel the need to spit the built up saliva out of my mouth and that has cut down on the upset stomach. Crazy but it's been working. I do suffer the dry mouth but I tried propel and that has helped. Along with warm decaf tea. The cold just hurts. I can't wait for ice cold drinks. I am being patient. Good to hear the stories from other sleevers from this week. Good luck to everyone.

Wow! That is great! Hard work pays off

Yea! So happy for u!

Wishing you the best! You will do great. Good luck!

Oh my gosh! you took the words right out of my mouth! I lose and gain the same 5 to 10 pounds. I have been this way for the past 7 years. I am still wearing stuff from when I first had my second daughter and she is 6. Wild how you don't realize how many people deal with the same things and we usually feel like we are the only one in the world dealing with this crap. I am the most excited to be thin (& healthy). I want to enjoy the rest of my thirties and not wake every day beating myself up for the last 10 years of emotional eating. I just keep telling myself I am here NOW making this decision and have only life to gain from it!!! Keep me posted!

Loosing, I am sooo excited for you! & can't wait to set my date! Not much time left...good luck!!!

I have my consultation tomorrow with Dr. Ganta in Austin, Texas! My mind is blank, excited, nervous and crazy all at the same time. Anything I cannot leave there with out asking besides the general stuff????!!!?? Wish me luck!!:thumbup:

Hi Quarterhorse! Thanks for the info. A co-worker and I are trying to do heavy research on sleeve surgery and I wanted to let you know that (and maybe you already know this) Dr. Veninga has done many other procedures but only about 15 sleeve procedures. Or at least this is what his office told us over the phone. Like you I will be a cash pay as well. I have my consult with Dr. Ganta in Austin on 1/14. Hope this helps and good luck on your research!!

Great question I was wondering the same thing...do all docs do this?

Thank you Ladies!! I love all the responses and see it in a new light. Since I have decided that I am going to keep my decision private (may change after surgery and scream it from the mountain tops ) I will take each situation as it comes. I do agree with you about still being heavy and people looking at you like "come on we know this girl likes to eat" :thumbup: Hopefully that time period will fly by so fast I can look back at myself and see how silly I was for fussing over it. Thanks again you guys rock.

Congrats! you are an inspiration!!

Being a "pre-sleever" I had a concern. I am 32 years old and have had reoccuring UTI/Kidney Infections since I was about 7 years old. I have read about UTI's after gastric sleeve. I did speak to my PCP and he said because of the rapid weight loss and toxins completely leaving your system anyone is at more risk for UTI's. Once my weight is stable it should subside if there is a problem. I was wondering if anyone experienced this problem? I know hydration is the key but has anyone used supplements like cranberry tablets? Thanks for your feedback!:biggrin0:

Hello. I am really new to this site and by the way it is fantastic. I am in the "one million & one questions" phase of research before having gastric sleeve surgery. I wanted to ask: When around strangers or friends of friends at a function how do you expain (if asked) about your eating habits. My husband and I were invited to a BBQ this past weekend and I have been asking myself how would situations be different after the sleeve. So if I went with my husband to a function how do you serve yourself and then explain why you are eating 5 bites?? I don't want to come off to others as if I don't like their food or it seem rude. I know this should be the least of my concerns but I wouldn't want that to reflect on my husband or family. Has anyone come across situations like this? Thank you!:biggrin0:

Wow ladies you give me so much encouragement! I am hoping to be sleeved in early 2010. I just want to thank you for making this decision much easier for me.

Does anyone have feedback for a Dr. Frank Veninga in Dallas (North Texas Bariatric)?? Any suggestions for Houston or San Antonio?? I am doing all my research and Dr. Veninga is $5000 less than Austin, Texas. Thank you!!!

Thank you so much for the positive feedback! I am 4'11' and a little under 200 lbs. I have two young daughters (12 & 6) that I want to set a healthy example for. I am glad to hear your health issues are very similar to mine. I have had no problems that I know of BUT really don't want to develop any. The joint pain is there for me. I want to be done with food and enjoy my 30's. I am scheduled to see Dr. Ganta in Austin, TX and he does have a nutrition & support team. It is great to hear that you have found other ways to fulfill the need for food! Your success gives me great encouragement to go forward and put my mind at ease. Even though the consultation is a month away I cannot sleep because my mind won't let me. Thanks for all the support!!!

:crying: I was hoping to get some honest feedback about sleeve surgery. I am 99.9% sure this option is for me. I am scheduled for my complete consultation in January. I wanted to know if anyone regrets (even a little) making this decision. I do not have medical issues...YET and am in my early 30's. I fear a food addiction will turn into other addictions if food is not an option. Thanks for your help :crying: