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Thanks for the info. I know I can't seem to get enough protien shakes in . Or Water . I'm trying . On my feet at work all day long commute .

Having same issues . 2 weeks out some days I can hardly get through Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

Don't know if they are inspirational but I have come a long way. Lost 182 lbs. starting weight 340 current weight 158. Surgery 02/21/2012

Congratulations.

So much inspiration tonite (This morning)! I have had chronic pain for many years with osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. I was able to lose 75 lb on my own several years ago and hv kept it off. Due to pain and fatigue unable to continue losing. This will be my shot at a better life too. It makes me so happy to hear the health related success that so many of you have had. I'm looking forward to some as well!!

I have RA as well, and years of prednisone and the inability to move caused huge weight gain.
Research and anecdotal evidence showed RA pts who had bypass showed signs of remission. So, I had it and have been symptom free since March 23!!
Good job!!!
I'm down from 283 to 160, almost to goal!

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Hi everyone. So far I have chosen not to post pics etc of my weight loss. But now I'm ready.....
I have lost over 44kgs since October last year.
However, more importantly being a chronic renal patient, and having rheumatoid arthritis and AS....the bariatric surgery was a godsend for me. My renal function has improved and rheumatoid and AS not currently causing any concern either...
I can only hope my story helps to inspire others....
My sleep apnoea is resolving as well.
Looking forward to continuing this positive power of recovery that I'm on.....

 
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I'm a little more than two weeks out and the nausea has just not hit me. I also feel the worst at night. I wake up feeling sick and really lightheaded. I'm worried about taking in too less of calories. I'm struggling with Protein the past couple days. I can't get down a Protein Shake in a day. I'm just worried. I have no energy. Is this normal?

Great Doctor took good care of me

Nybody out there starting this adventure that is in their 50's?

Having same issues . 2 weeks out some days I can hardly get through Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm in a lull right now with my weight. I've been at the same weight for about 9 months now. Which is fine because I'd rather be at 162 than at 245 when I started. I'm just not giving it my all and I'm just sad about it. I need to get going, but am having a hard time .
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23 days out, a lot of weakness and no stamina, got things that need doing. am I rushing it or are my carbs way too low. any thoughts would help please.

I would evaluate your Protein and Water intake. Make sure you are getting at least 70g of Protein in on a daily basis. The protein is what gives you energy. It's so important!!
The other thing I will tell you is that sometimes it takes a while for your body to adjust. I didn't wake up after surgery feeling great. It took me about 2 months to get back to normal and to have energy again. Even though you only have a few little incisions on the outside you just had a major surgery. Your body and mind need time to adjust.

Had surgery the 30 th have had a hard time getting liquid and Protein in . sugar free popsycles saved me . I'm so sick of shakes . Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

You really need to have a drink on hand all the time just keep sipping. When was your surgery I found it difficult just after surgery fitting in Protein and Water but it gets easier don't be too hard on your self X

I nearly passed out in public the other day and had to be transported by ambulance to the ER. It was dehydration. Be careful!

I feel like this when I need Water. Try drinking more : )

Are you getting on enough water/liquids? Sounds like dehydration. Just thought, I'm no exactly sure. However, those are symptoms of dehydration. Have tried switching your Protein Shakes?

I'm 53, had my RNT on April 9th - best thing I ever done !!!!

To all you newbies out there - don't believe all the happy people at a week out. Well you can believe what you want but I believed a little too much. Pre op... Up until the minute of my surgery I had read these forums. 99% of post op patients had what seemed to me, no pain. Like they were up playing baseball on day 2 post op. That wasn't the case for me. I am now almost five months post op and until about my sixth week I had huge regrets! I was week all the time. Exhausted. Depressed. HUNGRY. And on top of all that I only lost 8 lbs in that whole six weeks. It was insane. I literally wished I hadn't had the surgery. After the sixth week I started to feel good. Really good. Now at almost five months out I'm down 77 lbs and I feel like I am a new person. Hang in there. I promise it gets better. Some of us just take longer than others.
Photo on the left is me on the morning of my RNY surgery (10:27/2015). Photo on the right is from today (4/15/2016).
Day of surgery weight:356
Weight as of 4/16/2016: 379
Down 77 lbs

I lost a total of 114lbs. I'm still having hard time with food. Done many test but nothing show. Doctor whats me to eat more and gain weight. I'm feeling a little better since I stop Protein Shakes and bars, and stop calculating all my food. I was getting very fixated and worry about getting my weight back. Here is a pic of me now. At 121 lbs

Mines on the 29 th to

woohoo! You'll do great.

Congratulations! We are a day apart Mine is on March 29th. Good luck