BMartin005

Hey folks.. I was sleeved on 10/4. Down about 58 pounds! The weight loss has been a breeze.. Eating and keeping food in is my challenge. Very few things taste good and I am NEVER hungry. I'm in the gym or on the tennis courts almost every day. I rely on energy supplements to get me through my activities, as my overall energy level is very low due to my lack of food. I live on Watermelon,Popsicles and juice. 4 Triscuit crackers with a cheese slice quartered are all I can tolerate pre work out. My Doc says that my taste buds and appetite will eventually re-calibrate. Not even being able to at least nibble on any of my former favorite foods suck! I anyone else experience this?

This is awesome News.. I love pickles!

Did you already have high blood pressure?

Yes..I have suffered from high BG for years and have been on a mild dose of meds for it.. I have ever had my BP bottom out though. That was weird and a lil scary!

Well I survived! Despite a report of a flawless procedure, I had some major complications later that night.. My blood sugar was 99 at the time of surgery. By that evening it had shot up to 350 and my BP was dangerously low. I'm told my body was Ice cold yet I was drenched In sweat. The doctors and nurses basically spent the nit in my room. I was about to be sent to ICU when somehow everything went back to normal within normal ranges... Once that crisis passed, on came the gas paint OMG!!! I ended up staying an additional night in the hospital and required 2 pints of blood... I'm home now, resting well, no pain or discomfort. I walked my neighborhood today.it wore me out, but I made it through.. Thanks for all the encouraging words of support. I think I'm on my way! 13 pounds since surgery day!

Tomorrow is the big day! I have never been hospitalized, put to sleep or even had an IV... My excitement and optimism are greater than my fear! This forum has really helped ease my mind!