Unbesleeveable

OK, I am 6 days post op and I have been following the restrictions for the clear liquid phase these past 5 days...my post op instructions indicate that I should be starting the full liquid phase and incorporating the proteins into my "meals". Wanting to adhere, I proceeded this morning to make a 1/4 cup of thin and soupy cream of wheat(using skim milk and a whisk). After consuming 4 baby spoons full, I got COMPLETELY ILL!! DIZZY, NAUSEA, FEELING THAT THE FOOD WAS STUCK AND EVENTUALLY VOMITTING. UGH! This is a feeling that I do not want to experience again. Has anyone else had a similar effect when transitioning between phases? I left a message with the nurse, but I am waiting for the return call. I am thinking that I was not ready for something so "heavy" I have tried the sugar free pudding, Jell-O, popsicles and I can even drink 11oz of premier protein over a 3 hr. time span...Am I doing something wrong here? Any input would be appreciated

PRO NRG has a 4oz Protein Water that is sold at walgreens.(15g) it is pretty concentrated and yucky, so I diluted it with water to get it in. Isopure liquid Protein and the unjury products as listed above all seem to work for the clear liquid phase

unfortunately I had my gallbladder removed 4/12/13 only to discover 2 wks later that I had GERD and a hiatal hernia. THE PAIN IS ALMOST UNBAREABLE!! I did not have to have my surgery date moved up, rather than it was the incentive to have surgery for me. I literally had to cut out most foods in order to get a handle on things. no acidic foods, drinks, nothing spicy, no cabbage, greens, onions, tomatoes, carbonated drinks, ice creams...everything was disruptive. I found that once I cut these things out, the symptoms did not permanently dissipate , but I was able to live with them until my surgery. Only being 4 days out from surgery, I had my hernia repaired along with the sleeve. praying that things will be better for me now. Best wishes to you also

ok good, I thought that it was just me...lol we will not even discuss the theme songs that were playing in my dreams ...

OK, I am 4 days post op..last night was my 1st night home from the hospital and I had some CRAZY dreams to say the least. I dreamed that I was home with all supports in place and once everyone left out of the door BAM, I ran into the kitchen and ate a whole stash of rice pilaf mixed with tomatoes and onions(this isn't even something that I would normally eat) I was soo convinced that I had sabotaged my sleeve, that I woke up in tears and anxiety. This is when I learned that it was a dream!. after calming down and talking with my hubby, I went back to sleep and continued similar dreams all night. Is it just me or has someone else experienced similar dreams?

I too suffer from asthma(since 9wks old) and pcos (diagnosed in 2010) I have been on steroids since a infant and i too gained weight as a result. I didn't feel that i ate a lot, as everyone would say that i ate like a bird when i would eat around them. Fact of the matter was that i was a boredom eater, did these underlying conditions contribute to my weight gain, yes...but it was also me who was snacking at night, eating the sweets over food, laying down and not doing any healthy alternatives to assist myself along the way. I had to deal with some serious realities and get honest with myself in order to have a success surgery with long term results. I WAS AN OVER EATER, i was in denial about that for years. I am not judging or saying that you are being dishonest, but the two go hand in hand...the steroids cause you to eat, the weight is VERY hard to get off after long term use. the PCOS does cause abdominal weight gain... the antecedent that still caused the obesity is food. (you can eat only 1 or 2x's per day, but what are you eating and what is the caloric intake at meal time) It would be sad to see you go through the surgery in hopes that it will assist you in an area that you allege not to have an issue in. You are still asthmatic, so how will the surgery be beneficial if you will still need to take steroids even afterwards? With your RA, how will you exercise now after the surgery? I pray that everything works out well for you on this journey...this forum has awesome support, advise and insight. BEST WISHES

I would tell them as they are your parents(who is listed in the event of a medical emergency) Though i am grown, married and live in my own home...my mother just found out a week ago and i am having surgery in 11 hours. I simply told people that this was my choice, not their opinion hour. I refused to listen to what others had to say and i am TOTALLY ok with my decision. I am uncertain as to the type of relationship that you have with your parents, but if you call or visit them prior to surgery, perhaps you tell them that you would like to advise them of some choices you made...Best wishes to you

No, but CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES TO YOU

I went through the same thing, its your mind playing tricks on you and attempting to sabotage your new choice...that's just it, A CHOICE, I had to keep reminding myself that this was my choice not a diet but a lifestyle change and I am committed to it. I cheated, kept creating excuses and finally I had to write a goodbye letter to my old self/habits/ways with food and reestablish control...ITS MY CHOICE, MY LIFE, MY DESIRE AND I REFUSE TO LET FOOD OVERPOWER MY WILL TO BE HEALTHY! I am having surgery in the morning and believe it or not I avoided temptation and stuck to my liquids today. I have to make the decision to give myself and this tool a chance, I do not want to stick to the evil I know...it isn't comforting me, its killing me. Best wishes to you on your journey and remember this is your choice, an act of love not desperation.

Though I have not had surgery yet, my cousin dealt with this issue. She was able to recognize that the weight was coming off and liking the results BUT when she would take pictures, the image that she sees in pictures was not lining up to the one that she had in her head at the time. No matter how much she list, she saw fault...she was diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder and had to see a therapist to help her overcome her issue. I pray that you can learn to embrace your photos the same way that you do when you look in the mirror. You are beautiful and the metamorphosis is in full swing. Keep up the good work

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK...

I too will be having surgery tomorrow, I woke up this morning with butterflies & a tad bit of anxiety. I am excited for what the future holds for me...wishing you the best on your surgery and journey

Have you been cleared to eat those substances yet. It may be entirely too much too soon for your stomach to tolerate. Best wishes to you

THAT IS FANTASTIC, TAKE WHAT YOU CAN BEFORE THE DREADED STALL HAPPENS

EXCELLENT

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU AND BEST WISHES ON YOUR JOURNEY...SAVE ROOM FOR US ON THE LOSERS BENCH

Congratulations to you and best wishes to you on your journey

GREAT TO HEAR....

THANKS FOR SHARING

Praying that all goes well for you both

I have not, but still wanted to say welcome

I know that this sounds (odd), but my favorite item is the Vera Bradley travel bag that I purchased SPECIFICALLY for the hospital stay. I am almost finished packing it and I dote over it daily. It is representative of the next chapter of this journey...

They say that the alcohol is empty calories, it can stall weight loss and promote weight gain. I am not a drinker anyway, so I will not miss that one bit, lol.

Has your endocrinologist tested you for Graves Disease?

They ask for no make-up or perfume or lotions in effort to preserve the sterile environment in the OR and to reduce the risk of infection via introduction of bacteria ... I say If it makes you feel better and the anesthesiologist does not oppose it.. ROCK ON