Edwina

Dont ya worry none, were right here with ya. . . . I'm 50 and I don't own a wrinkle and I've lost 150 lbs! I guess I'm either damn lucky or my native american indian heritage is playing it's part. . .all i have is a little loose skin where my apron used to be. . . my daughter who is 21 was asked if I'm her sister???? go figure. . . but as long as it continues I'm as happy as a clam!

While I felt good pretty quick out of surgery, I did underestimate how long it would take to feel myself again. I had some energy but then I would wake up some days just wiped out and just be a slug that day. I would say listen to your body and do it. It really does take time to heal.
Ok, that said, I'm gonna get real and tell you the truth.
Poop. Yep, it will likely be a problem. Ha! You think nothing in, nothing out applies here. WRONG!! Beware. Because I had no nausea issues I was able to get on the liquid train pretty quick so hydration was not an issue. I was getting about about 60 grams of Protein through Isopure in under a week and was sippping on it from the time I got home. That stuff is loaded with Protein, 40 grams for a 20 oz bottle.
Didn't think to much of it till about 6 days after surgery. Man oh man, huge mistake! Don't let this happen to you. If you have not had relief start with the MOM. Don't let it get out of hand. It was a constant struggle (no pun intended) for a good month. My biggest issue by far and away.
Just keeping it real.
10 weeks out today and I feel like a million bucks! I feel great inside and out. I have tons of energy. I am down 42 pounds including pre op. 29 post op. My outlook is different. I feel what my new normal is and I love it. I am not on a no carb plan, just balanced. I can eat most anything, I just have not had breads, Pasta and refined sugar. Mostly because I have not craved them. I have a couple glasses of wine every weekend (with the NUT and dr's blessing after 6 weeks) I just have to account for it.
Getting sleeved has been the best thing I could have done for my health and I love, Love, LOVE my sleeve!
I'm sure you all will too!

Last year, I asked my PCP if weight loss surgery would be beneficial for me. She said, "Yes, but probably a band, not a by-pass." So, that was all the permission I needed to hear! Once it's done, it's done. I will try to get surgery notes, etc. to provide to her. Since I'm not asking her to fix anything, just need her help with the endoscopy and blood tests, the location of my surgery shouldn't be an issue.
And if it is an issue, I will find a different PCP!

Edwina - Shelley (aka HoosierGirl)! Glad to see you positing here! Tons of good info. Can't wait to hear all about your surgery my friend! Hugs!

Dr. Ortiz performed my sugery yesterday. Right after surgery was tough from being dizzy a nauseas, but today is going great! I was able to eat a popsicle and sip on some broth without any problems. I do have a little pain in my left shoulder, but im taking gasX srtrips and walking it off. I will upsdate more soon since my tablet battery is low and i have to find my charger....

There are so many things I love about my new sleeve! I thought it might be nice for us to share them so people who are looking into surgery can see.
1. I ate all my fav things (just a spoonful) over the holidays and still lost weight!
2. I can go up the stairs without running out of breath.
3. Crossing my legs!
4. Portion Control is So easy!!!!
5. I never feel deprived.
6. I can walk over 2 miles a day easily and I am only 4 months out.
7. I see my reflection in a window and don't wonder who it is!
8. Sex...OMG
9. I have tons of energy. No more couch potato for me!
10. People sometimes do not recognize me.
11. I was told I look like my graduation picture. (I'm 48)
12. Not afraid of the camera and I am only 1/2 way to goal.
The list goes on and on but those are some I can think of off the top of my head.
What are your favorite things?????