Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.

BariatricPal

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.
  • Appearance

Join BariatricPal free

  • Ask your own questions
  • Reply and follow topics
  • Message other members
  • No cost, no spam

chevygirrrl

Pre Op
  • Joined

  • Last visited

  1. I was just like you. My itching was due to my pain medicine and once I was done taking it the itching went away. Benadryl helped a little. I still don't like sweet things. The thought of anything chocolate makes my stomach pucker because I had a chocolate protein shake early on and I got sick. Had my surgery on the 5th and had to take 3 weeks off I was so weak. I still don't have energy like I should but I'm getting there. Work takes all my energy right now. It gets a little better everyday.
  2.    Jammil0411 reacted to a post in a topic: August Sleevers Check In
  3.    Nychkole2 reacted to a post in a topic: Feeling Awful
  4.    chevygirrrl reacted to a post in a topic: Moving to soft & moist
  5. I had my sleeve 8/5 and I have no energy at all. Headaches sometimes . Upset stomach frequently. I'm still on liquids til the 20th and there's so much I can't even stand the thought of drinking...feels like my stomach puckers at the thought of some things. Makes no sense I know...it's frustrating but I know it won't always be like this.
  6.    Ulikewhatusee reacted to a post in a topic: August Sleevers Check In
  7. I had Lapband in 2009. Lost 108 lbs in less than 2 years but also got acid reflux really severe and had to take most of the fluid out to alleviate it. Started gaining again and put most of the weight back on when I had them put more fluid back in it made me miserable and I'd throw up and have acid reflux again. They sent me for testing and it slipped. They took all fluid out n waited to see if it would correct itself. It didn't. They said it had to come out. And did I want to explore other options? I went with the sleeve and it was hard decision to make because I never wanted a permanent surgery and when my band worked I loved it but without anything I would've ended up being one of those people whod never leave their bed because I'd be 600 lbs someday. I knew myself well enough and how bad my eating was unrestricted . They removed my band in may and it was slipped even further than when they found it and I had scar tissue on my stomach from it also. Sleeve surgery was 8/5/14 and so far so good. Typical pain and after surgery issues but everyday is a little better. I don't regret my band. Wish it would've worked out differently and I learned a lot. But I have peace this time that I made the right decision. Don't know if this helps ya or not.
  8. I worried a lot too about all the what ifs and about my kids if something happened. I think that's normal. Had my surgery Aug 5th and am glad I did it. Still in pain because they had to remove a lot of scar tissue from my previous gallbladder and Lapband surgeries. The surgeon said my stomach was thick and scarred from the Lapband slipping. Had to stay longer in the hospital than planned But overall it went well. everyday gets a little bit better.
  9. My surgery was august 5 th and Gas x strips that dissolve on your tongue are helping me alot. They taste kinda gross but definitely worth it. I'm using about 5 a day... And yes walking around helps too
  10.    MrsSugarbabe reacted to a post in a topic: Scared About Water
  11.    JamieLogical reacted to a post in a topic: Scared About Water
  12. I just got home from the hospital yesterday. Had my sleeve surgery on Tuesday. I was worried about that too because I love my water and am very happy that I can still drink it without problems.
  13. I have been horrible to live with the last week or so also. This liquid diet is a nightmare. I feel bad for anyone who has to be around me. Surgery is Tuesday and I'm so glad I'm almost there. Can't wait. Just want it over and done so I can get back home and start a new healthier life
  14.    BeagleLover reacted to a post in a topic: I Feel Disgusted With My Self
  15. Don't beat yourself up. A lot of us have messed up like that. I myself did the same as you today...feeling pretty crappy about it but what matters is doing right from here on out. Hugs, holly
  16. I am august 5th also. My pre op diet is 5 no sugar added carnation instant breakfast drinks a day.
  17.    AudraN reacted to a post in a topic: Who Are You?
  18.    chevygirrrl reacted to a post in a topic: 4 weeks post op and have stalled.
  19.    chevygirrrl reacted to a post in a topic: Considering the Sleeve? DO IT!
  20.    chevygirrrl reacted to a post in a topic: Cant believe im doing this!
  21.    BeagleLover reacted to a post in a topic: Frustrated!
  22.    chevygirrrl reacted to a post in a topic: NSV: A new kind of pile!
  23. I'm so sorry to hear about this. Sending hugs and prayers your way that all will somehow work out.
  24. Thank you I downloaded it tonight. Looks pretty good so far
  25. Mines scheduled for august 5th. Excited and nervous but soooo ready

Account

Navigation

Search

Search

Configure browser push notifications

Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.