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I am 18 days post op. Surgery was on Monday, April 14. I lost 10 during two week liquid diet. Had surgery, was in hospital two days. Went home, rested some for a couple days. Was back to work the following Monday. I have done great. I feel fabulous. The time in the hospital was restful and I walked a lot. I was very independent and never let anyone help me do anything. I moved myself from the surgical gurney to my hospital bed when they took me to a room from recovery. I truly believe this will to do it myself and to get moving has had everything to do with my fast recovery.
My stamina is not fully up to par yet...but I am doing super. I have lost 21 lbs since surgery (per my 16 day follow up with my surgeon). I have not yet thrown up, but have become nauseous several times. It happens if I haven't measured my food carefully. Just one bite too many can make me feel sick for the next 20 minutes following it.
I am so pleased with my decision and my results so far. I never thought I COULD lose 31 lbs!! So excited for the new life ahead, healthier and happier.

There is something called the hibernation syndrome which is common at about 3-4 weeks post op and may last up to 8 weeks. It is your bodys reaction to less food. The body feels it is starving due to the lower amount of food and that it must store everything to survive. This can cause lethargy and even some depression. It is a common side effect and will pass. Exercising helps! Good luck!
I used to have a good link for this but if you Google it, you will find more info.

I did feel really tired for a while but it does go away. And, I've heard that the more you lose, the more energy you gain. Give it a bit of time, you're body is still healing.
S

I make noises too.
I think it's coming from the intestines too while processing things and move down the line so to speak.
It usually doesn't hurt and sometimes loud like you said.
I don't think it's anything just annoying at times.
You're doing great keep up the good work.

I am shocked that my little baby pouch is making so much noise. It doesn't seem possible. I'm 3 weeks out today.

I experience those 'growly' noises, too! Not sure where they are coming from, but it's definitely not like the way my stomach used to growl before surgery when I was hungry. I usually experience this during, or just after, eating.

Thank you! I have received so much support right here. I owe much of my success to being active on this site. I have just under 12 pounds to my goal of 200 pounds lost be my Surgiversay. Tonight I am off to Zumba. It takes work, but can be done. I am living proof! I am happy to answer questions for any that have them. I would love to pay forward all the support I have received.
Carol

That is great!

Congratulations.

I am 18 days post op. Surgery was on Monday, April 14. I lost 10 during two week liquid diet. Had surgery, was in hospital two days. Went home, rested some for a couple days. Was back to work the following Monday. I have done great. I feel fabulous. The time in the hospital was restful and I walked a lot. I was very independent and never let anyone help me do anything. I moved myself from the surgical gurney to my hospital bed when they took me to a room from recovery. I truly believe this will to do it myself and to get moving has had everything to do with my fast recovery.
My stamina is not fully up to par yet...but I am doing super. I have lost 21 lbs since surgery (per my 16 day follow up with my surgeon). I have not yet thrown up, but have become nauseous several times. It happens if I haven't measured my food carefully. Just one bite too many can make me feel sick for the next 20 minutes following it.
I am so pleased with my decision and my results so far. I never thought I COULD lose 31 lbs!! So excited for the new life ahead, healthier and happier.