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I'm sorry you are experiencing this. I'm curious why they gave you Dilaudid unless they are combining it with an anti-nausea drug. The only suggestion I would make is to consult with another physician if possible. You may have to travel out of your area. I hope it gets better.

No regrets!!! Everything has a time and a place, this was the time.

No moodiness.....

We do need to educate people about the surgery. Perhaps it is easier for us to have the surgery, after all we are all having this because sometimes it is damn near impossible to lose the weight after trying other methods and darn it we need to tell the naysayers this. Sometimes a little courage goes a long way! Be Confident Be Strong Be Brave Be Bold Take Action

Thanks for sharing!

I told everyone. Why not, it's not a secret. People need to be educated, so If I can educate one person then I'm happy. I have received such a positive response. Co-workers sent me cookbooks, exercise sites, gifted personal trainer consultation and continue to encourage me. I must admit that I'm not the type that leans on anyone for support or need a cheerleader, I typically fly solo, but it's nice to know that others are care.

Two days, it could be the lingering effects of the anesthesia.

Perfect case and point for you to go back to him for specific explanation and clarification. If you don't understand or like what your surgeon advises question him/her, don't let them blow you off or dismiss you. I would wait for a response from your Nutritonist and follow up with a call to your physician for greater clarity.

The cost of VSG surgery and associated costs are far less than those medical costs associated with obesity, in my opinion it is a small price to pay. Other ways to save money: * Sell old clothing and shoes on Ebay * Plan a garage sale to sell old clothing * Hire a seamstress/tailor to make alterations on older clothing * Donate old clothing to a charity, quite a few will come to your home to pickup and will provide you with a tax receipt.

All of them are nasty, not a fan. Yuck!

Ah, that's a good thing. I have to walk my pooch. You will be just fine, personally I prefer to be left alone.

These things alone should be the determining factor.....it's your body and your choice.

You can say that again.

I live alone and I came home.....I was just fine. Question, who is going to walk the dogs?

Good discipline!!! Sometimes its good to be in these situations, we have to practice control. Good for you!

Ahhhh those silly concerns about alcohol, darn what were we thinking. LOL

Fyre, I'm glad that you are ok, are you able to go back into the apartment or will you have to relocate until the building can be renovated?

I love shrimp and it was a staple during my soft stage, I just diced it up very fine and mixed it in with eggs or plain greek yogurt. You should be fine.

Congratulations!

I haven't had any problems with nuts, but then again with the exception of butternut squash soup my stomach is cast iron.

Perhaps it’s a good thing for people considering this surgery to be scared, perhaps this will motivate those who are on the fence and ill-informed to do their due-diligence. It’s always important to know the good and the bad of any surgery. On this forum everyone should be allowed to share his/her gastric sleeve story no matter how scary or uneventful it may be.

Thank you for sharing your story. I'm sure this has been a very difficult time for your sister and your family.

I would not support her getting the surgery right now. She is young and she has the potential and tools to loose the weight on her own with your family's support. What I would suggest is that she find a weight loss program and also counseling first.

Obviously you did not see the clip. She never said this was the easy way out, she said the surgery was a tool.

I did notice that someone identified himself as a physician joined the board yesterday, but only to share his personal story. Thanks.