Lessofme529

SW: 245 CW: 214.2 4 pounds down! 15 more to go

I'm in! SW: 245 CW: 218 LDG: 199 Week 1: -2

I have been so sick the last three days. It's seems like a classic case of the flu but I have never had it this bad! My stomach is upset at anything I try to eat, fever of 100+, cough like my insides are coming out, along with a runny nose and extremely sore throat. I talked to my surgeon and she said to give it one more day and if I'm not better, I should see my PCP. I have been feeling great up till now but this case of the flu? Is just killing me! Anyone experience anything like this post-op? I am taking EmergenC and Multivitamins and Soups and tea and lemon as well as trying to stay hydrated and DayQuil or NyQuil as I can handle it. Sometimes it's too much on my stomach, so my doc gave me the ok to use the hydrocodine to suppress my symptoms and allow me some rest, which has worked the best for me so far. Any similar experiences and the results would be much appreciated! Thanks!

Thank you all so much for your kind words! I am so blessed and pleased to say, I feel so much better today! I have still a lot of congestion but it seems I made it to the stage where it's being released so that's a good sign. My fever is down and I was able to have a nice and long night of sleep last night. Thanks again and thank you for checking up on me !!!

Hey guys- I have been dreaming of this for the last fee months and can't wait! I'm planning on taking a month off of work to recuperate... I'm so nervous about the throwing up! I absolutely hate regurgitating... So I don't know how that's going to go. Just a little info about me- I am 26 and married (no kids yet)... I was diagnosed with PCOS and mild hypothyroidism. Mmm hoping I don't get much of excess skin. I am currently 247. This is my first forum and thread so plz share ur experiences, I have done nothing in the last month or so than watch videos and read threads and that is where I got all of my education. I will be on liquid diet for three weeks following surgery but I hated the Meal Replacement chicken broth so any other suggestions would fantastic! Thank u guys! Keep me in your prayers please and any info for motivation, support would be highly appreciated!!! Xoxo

Officially 4 weeks out and lost 20 pounds since surgery! Woohoo!

Orange Crush Crystal Light is great for that craving!

No I actually meant ur very rude responses and supreme ego... There's a psychological explanation for ur personality. As for the actual poster, should u choose to do as is recommended, great! If not, a few Cheerios, believe it or not will not kill u. As my surgeon said to me during my first week, if ur being careful and adding little tiny pieces to any liquid, u will be okay.

10 pounds the first week )

I know it's not recommended but I would have just a few of the Cheerios. I went through this as well. Had a tiny bite of what I wanted and after I did, I was fine! Didn't want more, it relieved my need for wanting to feel like chewing something. Good luck!

LizC, I am freaking out! I can't even express how much I LOVE Water and although I'm pretty much drinking all day, I still don't feel satisfied as if I actually drank water! I asked my surgeon in my 1 week post op and I think he saw the desperation on my face or something bc he somehow grinned and said that should get better soon.... I CAN'T WAIT!!!! thank God for hope!

Yes! I would love to hear from those that went swimming before three weeks post-op and what happened???

How long did u wait post-op to swim in a pool??

Hey guys! I'm wondering how long did your liquid phase last and then mushy foods phase, etc...?? I know each dr is different. Im 6 days post op ~ lost 10 lbs so far since surgery ! My liquids phase lasts 3 weeks and I absolutely hate all the Protein shakes (way too sweet!!!) and Meal Replacement options that were given to me (ill be talking to my surgeon about it today).

That's awesome! I know we are all different... I tried sucking it up and just drinking them, but realized that I'm only drinking one a day bc of how slow I tend to drink it. I have no problem with light soups (chicken broth) and LOVE my crystal lights and all the different favors. I'm going to try to get the non-flavored Protein powder and mix it up with other lighter soups and see if this does the trick. I'm also going to try to negotiate with my surgeon on other possible options . Lol

Sugar free jello is on my list of full liquids post-op diet

I know exactly how u feel! ( I'm soooo hungry and all soups taste nasty. I feel like I can fit a lot and its only been 3 days post op. my family had a huge gathering and not even being able to have a little piece of chicken has made me so sad . I'm tired and cranky. I don't know if it possibly has something to do with my time of the month coming up soon but I am sad and feel so hungry and can't believe what I got myself into!

3 days post-op.... HW: 251; SW: 245; CW: 242.8 I am doing great after surgery and everything is flowing so smoothly with very little pain.... Just slow in losing but that should hopefully pick up soon. I'm going to go do some shopping today for some sugar-free Popsicles and Isopure and all that good stuff! Any advice out there for quick weight loss results would be so appreciated!

Hey! I had my surgery on may 29th as well! I am 26 and had my first BM yesterday. Felt so accomplished! Lol I, however, am still not able to get the 64oz in per day, what are u drinking that's helping u?! Mmm also only list 2 lbs since surgery... Somewhat discouraging. I feel like my face and whole body is swollen... Any body relates to this or has any advice?? I've been really good with walking.

Everything went great! I came home today and thank God, had no complications. My Dr didn't even put a tube! I did have a hernia on my diaphragm but my surgeon fixed it. After surgery, all boos results were great, I was walking the day after surgery and drinking 4oz of Fluid in an hour. Today is my third day and I was released! I am on a strict Clear liquids only diet for three weeks. I need to somehow get myself to drink 64oz of fluids (including my 3 meal replacements) but have no idea how to do that. Right now, I'm averaging about 20-25 per day. My only problem is I find myself so thirsty (craving cold water!!) and yet I can't just gulp it down, I have to take sips that it ends up being not that satisfying so that's what I'm struggling with currently. I want Water and lots of it but can't get it down bc my stomachs will hurt if I drink it fast or more than a few sips in a 5 minute span. Any suggestions would be great! Thank u all for ur prayers and caring to ask!! )

Ya'll, it's today!!!!!!! :-/ I must've had maybe 5 hours of sleep all chopped up by me getting up and checking what time it was. Please keep me in your prayers.