Dawnakers

I had my RNY on July 22nd. It was a rough start and I ended in the hospital for 8 days fighting fevers and a possible leak. Home now, and doing pretty good. I am down 20 pounds so far and have just started the pureed foods stage of the diet. My biggest problem is the constant tiredness - I go to work for 4 hours (I am an admin) and then come home and take a 2 hour nap! From what I am seeing in the posts, this sounds like a lack of B-12 - guess it's time to get that shot.

Dawnakers, I agree with CashNCamsMom. Call your nurse or see you doctor SOON.

I had my bypass surgery on 7/29. It went so well, I couldn't believe how fortunate I was. Nothing like I was expecting as far as recovery. The first week was a breeze. So much so that this week my mind has taken over and freaked me out a little. I guess it just seemed too good to be true, so I worried needlessly. I did start feeling a bit of nausea when trying to get in Protein and fluids the last 2 days. But, I saw the nurse today and she reassured me that everything I'm feeling is normal and part of healing. Nausea isn't unbearable and seems like only in the morning for some reason. Little pain at incision sites and in my belly, but nothing I'm even taking meds for. All in all, it has been a success! Down 20lbs from the beginning. About 10 lbs pre op and 10 post. Losing about a pound a day right now. I'll take it! Not feeling hunger is the best part. I can see someone with pizza, think I want some for a minute, then think nah. Hope that holds up :-) it helps that I've moved on to smooth foods and not just liquid. Can't wait to have real food though!!
Best of luck to you all!!

I hate to tell you this, but you really should call your docs office. Or, maybe a nurses helpline? Just tell them what's going on and see what they recommend. Hate for you to be in any more discomfort than you already are :-/

Mine was July 23. I've had a few complications and one rehospitalization. My first weigh in was 336, I went to 306 then chugged Water like there was no tomorrow in prep for surgery. Surgery weight was 309, went to 319 with fluids in the hospital, current weight is 292, for a loss of 44 lbs total

Had my RNY 7/24. I lost 35 pre op. Down to -42 now. My 2 week check is tomorrow. I'm nervous because I don't have any issues- no stricture, no weird pains, I have no trouble getting my Water in, walking about an hour a day, able to drink a cup of liquid without pain. Its like I can't tell that I had the operation lol. I know I shouldn't be worried, but I have the irrational fear that I have already stretched my pouch.

Had my Gastric Bypass July 14, on my 41st birthday! I had horrible back pain afterwards but otherwise doing well! Still mentally craving some of my old standards at times, pizza, etc. but seeing the pounds come off is great incentive!

My surgery was 7/15 and weighed myself this morning and I am down 50 lbs from my first weigh-in. Met my first goal, now on to the next 60 lbs I need to lose.

I had the laparoscopic RNY Bypass on 7/30/14, released and home on 7/31/14. Struggled the first couple of days with pain on one side where the largest incisions were but my Dr explained that is the area where the stapler was passed through. He encouraged walking and said that would promote healing. I am now on day 6 Post Op and doing much better. Still sore, tire easily but have noticed improvement. I graduate from Clear liquids to 'pudding and cream soups' today, Yah! I never would have imagined I would be excited over those two food items, but after 3 weeks of all liquids they sound like T-Bone steaks I gained 16 lbs in the hospital from fluids and swelling, was a bit disappointed that I was higher than my check in weight, but as of today I am back down 28.6 lbs. I know I will get there, and so will you it just takes time!! Good Luck to you

My surgery was 7/30 and I was out in 1 day. I feel pretty good and my Protein is up to 70 gm today. I realized last night that I need to get in more liquids so that has been my focus today. A few of my glue sites look kind of questionable but I don't have a fever so I'm good. I feel really good and have not taken any pain meds.

Surgery 7/7 lost 30 lbs!!!!

Hey all, nice job! I had my surgery 7/7/14 and lost a total of 42lbs since preop (18 preop and 24 since surgery)!!! We started this journey and we will eventually get to our goal!!!

I had it on July 29th.

I had my surgery on July 22nd. I've lost 9 lbs since the morning of surgery however I have lost 33 lbs since I began all the pre op stuff. Definitely feeling better. I'm able to sleep in my bed and I am only taking Tylenol for my pain. Nice to read about all the folks who are going through this too!!

Since my FIRST official weigh in, I was 305 lbs.
Day of surgery I was 281 lbs. (Coming home three days later I was 296).
Today - two weeks after surgery, I am 271.
It is coming off, slowly.... but the fact is.....it is coming OFF!!!
KUDOS to ALL OF US!!!!

Since my FIRST official weigh in, I was 305 lbs.
Day of surgery I was 281 lbs. (Coming home three days later I was 296).
Today - two weeks after surgery, I am 271.
It is coming off, slowly.... but the fact is.....it is coming OFF!!!
KUDOS to ALL OF US!!!!

Since my FIRST official weigh in, I was 305 lbs.
Day of surgery I was 281 lbs. (Coming home three days later I was 296).
Today - two weeks after surgery, I am 271.
It is coming off, slowly.... but the fact is.....it is coming OFF!!!
KUDOS to ALL OF US!!!!

Had RNY on 7/8/14. I have lost 19 and am at a stand still. I am walking 30-45 minutes a day.

Had surgery 7/7 and I am down about 46lbs (including preop). Had a complication 7/15 (ulcer....long story, check my blog) but I am pretty much back to normal now.

Just remember.....I may not be there yet but I am closer than I was yesterday!! ❤️❤️❤️ Keep up the good work everyone!

July 21st - RNY
So far 20 lbs lost (gained 15 - hospital weight).
Feeling pretty good but incisions are tight and pulling..UGH!

I'm sorry this is happening to you. I had some tuna get stuck and it was very scary almost went to ER. I hope they are able to get you fixed up and you can back on your weight loss journey. Keep us posted. I will say a prayer for you.

I dropped 4 pant sizes and my bra size went from 46c to 44b during my 2 week stall. I am also losing weight very slowly but inches are still falling off. I bought a size 20 sports bra that was tight last week, now it is noticeably looser. I guess I am trying to get the point across that you shouldn't let a stall get you down. I was very upset when I stalled, because I weigh myself every morning. I can't stay off the scale. Oh yeah, don't stop exercising if you are allowed to. Keep pushing forward.

are you drinking 64oz of Water? thirst is often confused for hunger

How are you feeling. I had mind July 28 and I'm still in the hospital. Will get out tomoorw so that was 5 days I have to stay