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I was gravely afraid that I too would lose my hair after surgery...seeing that I have very thin and fine hair, my surgeon stressed the importance of Protein intake 60-80 grams per day. I made sure that I hit that mark, if it doesn't have protein, I simply do not consume it period. 9 months later, my hair is still in tact and I have not suffered any loss. best wishes to you

I am 13wks post op and I have hit 3 stalls thus far, 1st being week 3... be patent with yourselves, your body is simply trying to adjust to what is happening... you will soon look around and the weight will melt away..best wishes

You sound an awful lot like me when I 1st had surgery I dropped 30lbs in 26 days and had virtually no energy. Eat your Protein and be sure to exercise(you will be surprised to see how much this aides in healing and energy) The pain will subside in about a week or two, please be sure to get your protein in...take your time and nap when your energy is low. I am 13wks out now and though I feel tired during the day at times, I find it hard to nap. Things will balance out as the days and times go on BEST WISHES TO YOU

GREAT FOR YOU

Some people have a very difficult time with Fluid and food intake, I am 13 wks post op and I still have pretty severe nausea. I am still in between soft foods and some solids. 3 wks post op, I could barely keep popsicles down....the reintroduction of foods in phases is to give your staple line time to heal and to also allow your stomach the adjustment to food once again. Good Luck

CONGRATS TO YOU..WAAAY TO GO

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I chose to tell only a selected few prior to surgery , I am 13wks out and I have still kept it to myself. I discuss it with other sleevers or bypass patients... it just seems to be entirely too many questions, answers and explaining

I have been battling this same issue since my surgery 02/27/2014. I was finally referred to a gastroenterologist 05/12/2014 I was advised that I need to try a regiment of miralax (2 cap fulls daily) and also ex lax or an enema every 3 days

When you have surgery they blow gas into your abdomen to allow for your organs to be manipulated without injury and for better sight. Please be sure to take the GAS X strips(dissolve) as it will help with the gas pains and be sure to walk around and pass the gas or it will nestle in your shoulders and hurt like hell

they should have sent you home on a ppi (protonix, Prilosec, nexuim) that is reflux that happens after surgery. It is essential to take that and the gas x as it will render GREAT results against the bloating and reflux. Best wishes to you

I too had food dreams the 1st 2 weeks post op... I would eat solid food in my dreams and wake up in a panic that I had sabotaged my surgery and my sleeve. The good thing is that it went away and I have literally had head hunger once or twice in the past 7 wks!!! Best wishes to you

Omg, my nose has been running when I stand up or walk! This has been happening since the day after surgery(2 wks ago)

Most of the medication post op is in liquid, chewable or bilingual form....I hear that some people crush pain meds(those who were not prescribed liquid) but it's solely at the discretion of your surgeon as to what medication you take for the 1st 6wks. Best wishes to you

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GOOD AFTERNOON, From what I was advised when asking that very same question VSG would be the optimal choice as far as surgery for weight loss. I know that they do laparoscopic (which reduces the risk of adhesions). I have a friend that had 14 abdominal surgeries(with adhesions and scar tissue) prior to having VSG and that was the ONLY surgery recommended. 2yrs later and she has not complained of complications. I would seek a surgical consult with a bariatric surgeon ...best wishes

Absolutely it can, that is a major impedance of the diaphragm and lungs. I'm not certain that they will put you under... wishing you the best and feel better soon

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I think that they look nice on you /you in them...no worries

At 13 days out, I would be going to the emergency room to be checked in...if you are vomiting w/diarrhea, you are in fact dehydrated as your body is unable to replenish Fluid intake. Just because you do not have any of the other symptoms does not mean that you are not dehydrated. please be checked out, chances are you will need iv fluids for a day. fell better soon

I had my gallbladder removed almost 1yr ago and that us a side affect already for me(belching and gas all of the time) the good thing is that there is no smell...I guess that all will resume to normal for me.. good luck

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CONGRATULATIONS( WHOOT WHOOT)

I went into mine with a positive attitude, a good mood and a light heart. The questions were not too heavy laden...more so to see why I want the surgery and what I expected to get out of it (results wise) I answered honestly and truthfully. We talked about my education background, touched on some childhood issues but overall she was just concerned that I was lucid, competent to make this decision and had a clear, concise understanding of what I am doing. Easy Piece of cake...I was supposed to be there for 2 hours also (it wound up being 30 mins flat) BEST WISHES

Thanks Ladies, I was questioning if this was truly too soon to try such a heavy substance. The nurse just returned my call and stated that my stomach isn't ready(as some others are) so I have been restricted to Clear liquids only for the next few days and then reintroduce 1 new thing at a time every few days. Though the cream wheat is on my full list, I am moving it to the puree list.