tirsh29

How soon after bypass did u start drinking alcohol? I know beer is out, but a friend is having a big birthday bash soon and I was wondering. I am only 7 weeks out. I will be about 9 by then. Im pretty confident finding what I can eat in social situations without feeling awkward but im not a big drinker as it is.... I just dont wanna feel/seem like a total party pooper.

Yes

I got scared the night before... I started thinking of all the what ifs and probably slept about 2hours. But it is and WILL BE all worth it. I am 5 weeks out now, and down 31lbs. I am having a wonderful experience so far. Wish u the best!

I wasnt able to have ANYTHING from midnight sunday, surgery was monday. Mouth and throat were extremely dry when I came out, and same thing.... absolutely nothing to eat or drink until I had the swallow test tuesday am.

Mine looked like that too...doc said it was a bit of a burn from the surgical glue. I am 5 weeks. All but one of my incisions are healed.

Ooohh yeah i gave those to my son when he was little. Thats a great idea. And they have a bunch of flavors. Also walmart has a brand thats even cheaper.

If u can tolerate them... break up a few rice cakes. Throw em in a baggie and sprinkle the popcorn seasoning (i like the white cheddar) and shake it up.

Hi... great question. Alot of people asked me this. My surgeon told me since I have history of acid reflux that the sleeve was not an option for me. I really wanted the sleeve at first, I felt the bypass was so much more invasive... but I am 5 weeks out now and am so happy with my choice. I weigh in tomorrow. But last time I checked I was down 30lbs. I am hoping that I am under the 200 point tomorrow!! Fingers r crossed.

How long ago was ur surgery?

I have what I call my sort-of wls bucket list. -zipline -paintball -wear heels -play twister w/my kids *take lots of pictures. I'm just 3 weeks out so in time to start the new year off right! !

I know MANY women who have WLS suffer from PCOS, I am only 3.5 weeks out so idk if my cycle has/will regulate but did anyone else have excess hair growth from PCOS and if so, did that stop, & when???

Magnesium citrate? Do u get that from the drug store???

Hi... I'm 3 weeks out SW 244 surg date 232 today 209. 1. The anesthesia was so scary. I woke up feeling like I'd be sick, then panicked thinking what would happen if I did. 2. That the hospital I was in was SO noisy .. sounds silly but, it was crazy. Everytime I dozed off I was woken by slamming doors. 3. That some of my friends would be jealous. .. almost mean. That being said.... yes, my hospital stay was rough but I left wit no pain meds. Incisions are just about healed. No pain. No trouble tolerating anything so far. Some constipation... but working on getting more Water in.

I am 3 weeks out. And its been almost a week. Also... I just started soft foods. I feel so sick and full that I can't even get another sip of water in.... I tried milk of magnesia, nothing!! Any other suggestions??

Hi.. hope to get in on the fun next month... Tricia tirsh29@yahoo.com

Hi.. hope to get in on the fun next month... Tricia tirsh29@yahoo.com

I am 2.5 weeks post.. I started my journey at my highest weight of 244lbs. Surgery date 232lbs. Today I am at 210lbs. Everyone has said they see a difference already. And yes I see my face thinner. But my belly still looks so big. Bigger sometimes. Idk if its still air and fluids. But I know the scale isn't lying so its coming off.... I'm eating mostly liquids. Tons of water... protein shake and one small soft meal.

Hi S My name is Tricia. My procedure was monday... and same thing no pain. Just a bunch of crazy wires.. amd the hospital was so noisy I couldn't wait to get home. Came home wednesday and I can't sit still either we were expecting a big snow storm, so i actually had a friend take me out to get a few things with intentions of being snowed on all weekend. I am getti g around and moving with no problems. In fact as a single mom I don't really have a choice. So life over here is just about back to normal.

I'm 5 days out. What are u guys eating (well drinking)

Ok... I'm 5 days out and in woke up this morning feeling like I could drink an ocean. I'm so thirsty. I know this is supposed to be a good thing, but silly question...where is it all fitting? What was everyone else eating (well drinking) at 5 days out?

I am 4 days out and all I want to do is soak in the tub to release some of this gas. But I obviously can't... the heating pad sounds like an awesome alternative Why didn't I think of that! Good Luck!!! Also the 1st nite home I had some heartburn and started the prevacid. Last night I slept through the night.

Had bypass Monday and feel great! absolutely no pain. Had some trouble sleeping in the hospital but fine since I got home. Tolerating meds & vitamins. Started "full liquid" today. How much am I supposed to be eating? Should it still be just the 3 oz and is that in addition to my shake? I'm afraid I'm eating too much already and im scared cuz I'm tolerating it fine so far..... Also is it too soon to take a peek on the scale?

No... they said it happens A LOT either stress brings it on or a lot of women start their period rightb aftee surgery cuz the doc g ets in there and moves So many things around

So I'm all done. Surgery was yesterday morning and went great. No issues. My heart rate has been going up a bit. I had some broth tonight. And off the iv. I had an oral tylenol, and couldn't keep the water down. The pills luckily stayed in. I've been walking to/from the bathroom on my own. And around the wing a few times. No real pain, just discomfort.

My surgery was yesterday. I felt so awful. Like I was bleeding everywhere. I used the mesh panties and big ol pads during the surgery and the first night. This am I was able to clean up a bit and put on my own panties/ pad that made a world of difference. Much more supportive. . no tampon because theyre measuring all the urine. And last night I had a catheter. I was so upset when it came on friday, but eveyone says its very common. My nurses have been great.