kamrie37

Ok, So I am 3 1/2 weeks out. I have only lost just under 15 pounds since surgery. I have not lost anything since July 1. I actually went up 1.4 pounds. It is so depressing, but I know it will come off. I just compared 2 face picts of mine. The first was taken at Thanksgiving last year. The other was taken on July 4th. Even though I have only lost 15 pounds since surgery, if I look at the whole journey so far, I am glad to be where I am at today! We will get there!

Vix, My Surgeon was Dr. Khran as well! I had surgery on 6/12. They scheduled me to have my drain removed on 6/28. I called about a week early and asked to have it out. I went in for an appt and they determined that they could take it out. I think it was scheduled so far out because they had weight loss conference thing in San Diego the prior week. I just happened to call when Davina had returned from the conference.

I stayed 2 days. They said I could be released after the first night because I was doing well, but I was really dizzy and opted to stay an additional night. No complications here.

Yes, you are totally normal! I am a little over 3 weeks out and my tummy gurgling has quieted some. Also, the pain when I drink is gone!

Ok, I tried a liquid mulit.. made me sick. I bought the Bariatric Advantage chewables, made me sick. What kind are you all taking? I need something that isn't going to make me throw up each time I take it.

I am very thirsty too! I am recently able to drink more water, so it seems to be getting better.

I always seem to lose better when TOM is here.. Am I the only one?

I live in the Inland Empire... Lake Elsinore. I got sleeved on June 12th. You can message me/friend me anytime.

I think the 30g of protein is awesome! I sure hope they taste good.. it will be easier getting in my protein with 1 of these!.

I paid $38.81 for 18 including shipping. If I like them, I will probably get my Costco card back.

So, I just ordered an 18 pack of the Premier RTD shakes from Costco. I don't have a Costco card so I ordered off of the internet. I sure hope they taste good! I hate all my protein powders. I have started drinking the Atkins RTD shakes. I have heard good things about Premier, so I went for it. Does anyone know the cost of the Premier RTD at Costco? And how many come in the case?

I am 3 weeks out and I don't obsess over food anymore either. I hope it stays that way. I do get hungry but it isn't a horrible hunger like before.

The nurse assured me that unless I down a whole quart of water in a few gulps, I have nothing to worry about. We can drink *almost* as fast as we want as long as it doesn't hurt. We will not stretch our sleeves!

I go on the computer while I eat so I am distracted... this will not help me once I go back to work though.

Mine was tender for a couple days. It goes away.

I would think that you could do it right away. I don't know though. I would figure it would be like someone who smoked cigs. Just make sure you don't go hog wild with the munchies.

well, at least I will always have someone to talk to.

I think I misunderstood the question.. sorry. I am only off due to the surgery but work full time.

Yes, I am on short term disability right now. They state of Cali pays 55% of my pay. I had surgery on June 12th. My Dr. asked when I wanted him to say I could go back to work. I said July 17th. So, disability will pay me until then.

Mine took weeks! I think 3-4. I want my stupid steri strips to fall off! How long did it take yours to come off? I had them put on on the 22nd and they are still stuck like glue. But the edges are black with shirt lint. They look disgusting. I want to rip them off, but I don't want to hurt anything.

My Dr. suggested to put your plate on a warmer. You could use one of those candle warmers..

I gained 1.4 pounds this morning. I am frustrated, but I know it will go away. I think I need to take some magnesium.

You have lost a ton more than me. I was sleeved on the 12th and have only lost *almost* 15 pounds.

I feel like there is an alien in there.