suzilouise

Hello all, I think the last time I posted I was really down in the dumps as I was having a lot of post op health issues. My latest update is that I am 56lbs off (4 stone for those who work in stones) and feel amazing. My confidence and mojo are back! I still have a long way to go, but I am so proud of my achievements so far.

This operation was the best thing I ever did and for all the problems I have had it was still worth it x 10.

I had problems sleeping for about 6 weeks. The doctor ended up prescriping me Temazan. After a couple of weeks on that it worked a treat. I now sleep like a baby most nights. Good luck, it will pass.

I have a hard time with the not drinking while eating thing too. But after surgery I really can't do it. If I try I feel like I'm going to throw up. So don't worry about that as your body pretty much takes care of that on its own. Atleast mine has. Good luck to you!

I am the same. I always drank and ate at the same time prior to surgery, but I just can't do it now. I have to wait at least 30 mins and sometimes up to an hour

If I eat out I will ask for a glass of tap Water as people think its very odd not to order a drink with a meal and then I will leave it untouched.

My op was on 6/26. I posted yesterday as I was feeling very sorry for myself with quite a few post op issues. I got some lovely comments on the thread, some private messages and I met some friends in the afternoon which really cheered me up.

I have had a good think to myself on how to turn all this into a positive. I have lost 34lbs which seems to be a lot less than some, but I know I would never have the motivation to do it myself and at the end of the day that's a great weight loss. I am going to join the gym after work tonight and stop feeling sorry for myself and take some control.

I have been given the privilege of being allowed this op and I am going to make the most of it.

Good luck in whatever you decide.

I was in for 2 nights. I probably could have got out after one but I had a raised temperature and they were sure I was getting a chest infection - which I wasn't, but better to be safe then sorry.

After the op I had a cycle of sleeping for 2-4 hours then walking then more pain meds then back to sleep. I think I needed the first night in there and I was glad to have the medical staff around. It's a major op and you need plenty of rest. Good luck.

Try peppermint tea, it's great for gas/sore stomachs. Good luck and hope you feel better soon.

Wow. You look amazing. Well done :-)

Hi, no we don't get shots for shingles in the UK just a 5 day course of tablets. I am on day 2, so they should hopefully start clearing up soon :-)

Again, thanks for the hugs and advise. I will take it all on board.

These forums are great for advise and support.

I thought after my initial post that I could sit down and feel sorry for myself or give myself a good kick and go and cheer myself up :-)

Thanks people, it's much appreciated.

I do take multi-Vitamins daily, but I think the colonic irrigation is a great idea - thank you.

I think my body has not taken well to the surgery and has left me feeling run down and therefore open to getting these things.

On the brightside I have lost 36 pounds, the sun is shining and I am going to put a nice dress on and meet friends for a cuppa this afternoon :-)

Thank you so much xxx

Sleeved June 26th started at 276lbs and have lost 36lbs. My personal target is to lose another 135lbs. Slow progress, but progress all the same :-)

Bristol sleeved here. There doesn't seem a lot of UK sleevers about.

I was sleeved on 26th June. Down 2 stone 6 lbs.

I am having a torrid time since my surgery on June 26th and have never felt so ill. I have had shingles (twice), piles, Constipation, acid reflux like you wouldn't believe and I have got to the stage where I can't face food.

This surgery is not done often in the UK and I haven't told many people I have had the surgery, so I feel quite alone and don't have people I can discuss these issues with.

Maybe I am just having a bad day :-(

I had a little bit of acid reflux before the op, but now I am really suffering from it. They have increased my dosage of Omeprazole which is starting to work. But I am barely eating now. Some days I don't eat at all as I know I will be sick. Whatever you do, don't drink wine!

I am nearly 8 weeks out and have had Constipation for a few weeks now. So much so I now have a haemaroids. The doc has prescribed me 2 sachets of stool softener a day plus Senakot (I am not sure if you get that over in the States). My dietician from the hospital had already written to my doc to say that I could well suffer from this so it seems a common side affect.

I hope you get some relief soon x

When I was given Water in hospital after my op it was given to me with a straw. I have not had any problems drinking with a straw since.

I was about 19 days but should have waited for 21 days due to my car insurance not being valid until 3 weeks post op. The problem is not driving, I could have probably driven after about 8 days, it's having the stomach muscles to perform an emergency stop. But that's UK car insurance, it could well be different over there.

I had a couple of glasses of wine last week - 6 1/2 weeks post op. although no problem that evening I suffered from the worst acid reflux for the next 2 days. The day after I was in pain, sick twice and couldn't face any food. I won't be trying it again for a while!

I have the same problem - 7 weeks post op. I am taking sachets given to me by the doctor and Syrup of fig, but nothing seems to be happening.

Well done, you are doing a great job. What a difference in your face especially, gorgeous x

My weight loss is very slow too. I have lost 21lbs in 7 weeks including my pre op diet and am kind of losing interest with it all. I was weighing myself every day but haven't done so for about 4 days now. Everyone else seems to be doing so well, I don't like being the slow one :-(

The link never worked for me, but I sent a friends request - Suzie MacDonald.

Thanks

Another slow loser here. I am 5 weeks post surgery and have lost approx 20lbs. But this includes a stall and then a 5lb drop in 2 days.

To be honest, although I wish was having amazing weight loss like some others I see posting I am just happy it's coming off, even though no one has noticed.

I now walk about 4 miles most days but the weight just doesn't drop off. But I have no back pain which I was getting walking to the end of the road pre op. I also have had no hair loss issues, when did this problem start with other people?

I am still delighted I had this op and look forward to the next lb off.

Congratulations to everyone on their weight loss :-)

I got something from the pharmacy to help and things soon change once I could lie on my stomach. But I still have sleeping issues. I can get to sleep no problem but am wide awake a few hours later. I am sure it will sort itself out soon.

Good luck x

Sorry, you aren't feeling great. I would recommend peppermint tea to get rid off gas and settle the stomach. Can you not have clear Soup after a few days if you like savory? Bear with it, things will get better, I promise. I was operated on 26th June and feel better every day (apart from the few odd days).