Slimk

Slimk - how are you doing now? I had my surgery on May 5th. I am getting a little better every day, but still having a hard time getting all my liquids in. I can really tell if I take too big of a sip - it is uncomfortable. Haven't even tried Protein Drink yet since Water is still difficult. I am happy that I am not hungry and I am down 17 pounds since pre-op visit (5 since surgery). I am beginning to wonder when the drinking will get easier? Curious as to how you are doing with everything?

Hi! I am almost embarassed to say how well I am doing. I am feeling amazing. I am able to drink anything with ease, I get all my Protein in and fluids. I am one week today and am on creamy Soups, I went to Chilis today with co workers and ordered the chicken Enchilada Soup, had them puree it and it was soooo good! I was able to eat maybe 1/3 c and it went down with no problems. This morning I am down a total of 16 lbs.

If you are having a hard time drinking, have you tried room temp or warm liquids? Cold liquids go down a little more difficult for me. It will get better for you....and you are doing amazing with 17lbs!! Keep me updated!

I was given some samples at the hospital of Bari Life supplements. Has anyone tried these? I like the fact it is just one powder you mix in Water and it gives you all the Vitamins you need! No swallowing multiple pills.

I am 6 days post op and my Doctor told me today that I can do all the walking I can stand and to start doing light weights with my arms and legs....no abdominal stress. I am not a fan of exercise but I am motivated to do this!

Hi everyone! This is my first post, I was sleeved May 1, tomorrow I can start full liquids, creamy Soups, yogurt. I'm actually a little nervous about it. Has anyone tried those yet. Thanks!

I went for my first post op appt today (May 1 surgery) and my Dr told me I can now have creamy soups. No lumps or bumps. This will be fore two weeks and then I can go to soft foods. I am feeling great and am down 13 lbs!! Im so happy!!!

I love this idea! kym1431@yahoo.com

I had my surgery May 5th. I was scared and nervous but was so pleasantly surprised. It seems to have been so easy. Other than a little tenderness at the incision sites, I have had no pain, and best of all, NO HUNGER! You all will do great and I am excited for yall!

am 5 days post op and am curious what is the best way to get all the Vitamins in. I am ok with taking them all but am wondering what everyone prefers......Bariatric Advantage or ............

I woke up today and am happy to see some of the swelling in my abdomon has gone down! I know some of you had a drain but I did not.

All required liquid and Protein haven't been a problem so I am thrilled!!

Is anyone having any problem with their incisions? Mine are sore like I did a million sit ups and a little itchy. Also wondering if anyone had showered with the tape still on or do you take the tape off first? I've heard of doing both but just wanted some opinions

Mine are sore but I was given a perscription cream to rub around them (I have 5). This cream even deadens my finger when I apply it! I have showered, twice, (surgery May 1). My incisions are glued and I was told it was ok to shower.

Arrived in Eagle Pass TX. Surgery tomorrow. I am so ready!!!!!

How exciting! Good luck! I am on day 3 post op and am feeling really good.

And 37 years old:(

46 years young!

I love this thread! Nothing like having support from others that are about the same stage. Where are you all from?

ROCKWALL, TEXAS. (Just outside of Dallas)

Height 5'5"

HW. 225

SW. 219

3 day post op. Home scale shows 214 but won't trust this as it weighs less than doc

Goal. 150

Ok I know HW means high weight and CW means current but what does SW mean? Is that smallest weight? Sorry I'm fairly new to these forums

SW is Surgery weight

I am drinking Premier Protein (30g) from costco, pre packaged and ready to go. Also, Isopure I got from The Vitamin Shoppe. These have 40 g per bottle and they have many flavors.

It takes all day to get in just the Protein but I am so afraid of loosing my hair which is already thin, that I concentrate on protein before all else.

I'm 4 days out and I was HUNGRY starting the day after my surgery!! have been craving every thing under the sun. I'm on clear liquids until tomorrow when I can start my Protein drinks back up. I don't feel well as I'm in some pain and trying to figure out my Water intake.

Anyways...I want chicken. Lol

I am 3 days post op and my Doc has me on 60 grams of Protein along with my clear liquids.. This has really helped me with having no hunger pains. I guess each doctor is different.

I'm 4 days out and I was HUNGRY starting the day after my surgery!! have been craving every thing under the sun. I'm on clear liquids until tomorrow when I can start my Protein Drinks back up. I don't feel well as I'm in some pain and trying to figure out my Water intake.

Anyways...I want chicken. Lol

I am 3 days post op and my Doc has me on 60 grams of protein along with my clear liquids.. This has really helped me with having no hunger pains. I guess each doctor is different.

I am on day 3 post op. I am able to get my Protein and Water in, with ease. My question is when will the abdomon swelling go down? Other than the swelling and rumbling, I am feeling good!

I had my surgery Wed. and they had to do hernia repair on me as well. I am not sure if my pain is coming from the repair or the sleeve. Last night was the worst for me it felt like a 500 pound beast was sitting on my chest. I have never had heart burns before so I felt like I was dying. I just wish I s able to pass gas so I might feel better. Has any one else had the chest pains?

Yes, I have the chest/upper shoulder pain.....I am told the pain is from the air/gas that was pumped in you during surgery. Mine is getting better today (day 2 post op)

I was also sleeved Thursday morning! I am doing well, over did myself yesterday and felt it last night! I am swollen and sore. Hernia repair complete as well. I am finding that my Protein Shakes make me even more gassy! Bought some lactaid and gas x strips to hopefully get it figured out!

I am post op day two. May 1st was my sleeve day and I did gain 2.5 lbs from all the iv fluids they pumped into me. I hope this helps! My doc and staff all told me this is normal and will fall off this week.

Hello! I was out of surgery by 11:15 May 1 st and did great!! I am shocked it's over and I now have my tool to become healthy and thin!

Sore and moving a tad slow but overall, I'm excited!

Tomorrow is my day as well!! Nervous and excited!