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cherylmonz

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  1. cherylmonz
    I'm 4 days out since my sleeve. I woke up this morning and my tongue was coated in this disgusting white film! Is this normal? Also, i wasn't told about Protein in the first week post op! Am I suppose to be drinking protein? I have the Isopure clear Protein drinks and they are disgusting but I hold my nose and take a few sips! I keep telling myself it'll get better!
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  4. cherylmonz

    Bariatricpal scared me shitless

    cherylmonz replied to elpasovet's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

    Everyone has a story, some good and some bad. I had my surgery on June 25th. I don't know if I am lucky or what but I've had NO complications or problems. I did have a 3 week stall where I lost NO weight. Stayed the same. It broke the other day and now the weight is falling off. Only you can decide what is right for you. I am so much happier now and I'm only down 30 lbs. I feel great! Good luck on your journey!
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    FRUSTRATED!

    cherylmonz replied to p-ruck21's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Me too. Mine was June 25th. I lost 27lbs and that's it. Nothing in over 2 weeks now.
  6. cherylmonz

    June Gastric Sleevers Out there

    cherylmonz replied to skjerstad's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am not going to weigh myself every day either. It sux. I haven't had trouble with my stomach since the surgery because I think I was put on regular food week 2. It seems that the longer you're on liquids and purees the harder it is to hold food down. It seems that way anyway from all the posts I've been reading. I guess we all just have to stick to it and we'll reach our goals!
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    June Gastric Sleevers Out there

    cherylmonz replied to skjerstad's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Hi everyone. I was sleeved on June 25th. It's been 4 weeks now and I've been stalled for two weeks. I lost 27 lbs so far. My story seems to be different than others. My doc put me on regular foods, meat and green veggies and greek yogurt the second week! He said that research has found that starting regular foods early helps speed recovery. I must say that I feel good. I went back to work after 3 weeks and was exhausted at first but I'm sure this second week will be easier. My pain was awful the first day. Second day was painful but not too bad. I came home the day after surgery and had to sleep on the recliner for a few days as I couldn't lie flat. I only took Vicodin at night for three days and after that it was ok. I am still a little sore but feeling great. I am off my blood pressure meds and doing good. I have my next visit with the surgeon this Friday, Aug.1st so I'm guessing he'll let me have carbs now! I am really missing fruit. I love it and it's been driving me nuts not being able to eat it. The unjury unflavored Protein is wonderful. I put it in my vanilla greek yogurt and it's absolutely tasteless! I also bought the chocolate flavor which I will use when I can make smoothies in my new Nutribullet! Can't wait to juice! Keep the faith everyone!
  8. cherylmonz

    My weight loss has stalled the last two weeks and it's only been a month since my surgery. I'm down 27 lbs so I shouldn't complain but I'm getting upset about it moving so slow.

    1. JJ Schlic

      JJ Schlic

      I am in the same boat. My surgery was June 24. Initially I was losing 1 pound/day, but I realize that a lot of that was fluid and swelling from the surgery. Now I am at about 1 pound/every 3 days. My complaint is that I am still very low energy and nauseas. I was hoping that with nearly 30 pounds gone and 5 weeks post op, I would have been feeling better.

       

    2. cherylmonz

      cherylmonz

      I was very lucky that the surgery recovery was smooth sailing. No nausea and started eating solids week two as per the doc. I'm feeling good. I just thought the weight would fall off but you know what? It took years to gain it all so losing it will take time. Doc said it's better to lose 2 lbs a week than lose it fast and your skin sags. I weighed myself this morning and I finally dropped 2 lbs so I guess it will work out. Keep me posted on your progress.

  9. cherylmonz

    White tongue! eeeekkkk

    cherylmonz replied to cherylmonz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thanks everyone.
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    White tongue! eeeekkkk

    cherylmonz replied to cherylmonz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    My Dr. said nothing but sugar free Jello, 3 parts Water to 1 part Light apple juice and broth. I tried the white grape juice also but I don't know if it's me but it has a chemical smell and taste. So gross. Today I ordered some Protein powder from unjury. A lot of people are saying it's not too bad. This way I'll have it when I can start my protein. Kellie, that almond milk chocolate drink sounds good. I'll have to try it. I've been checking out sleevers on You Tube and found a few. I'll have to check out the one you're talking about also.
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    White tongue! eeeekkkk

    cherylmonz replied to cherylmonz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thank god it's almost all gone! The only thing I'm worrying about is I keep reading everyone is having Protein. I was not told about this. I tried to drink Isopure but it so disgusting. What other protein are you guys having only days after surgery??
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    White tongue! eeeekkkk

    cherylmonz replied to cherylmonz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am going to call my dr this morning and see what he says. Thanks for the post! It's helpful to have people to talk with who've been there, done that!
  13. cherylmonz

    OMG my tongue is white! EWWW

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    2. dsdesigna

      dsdesigna

      sounds like you may have a touch of thrush... a fungal infection if I remember correctly. Children get it.

    3. dsdesigna

      dsdesigna

      correction its a yeast infection, not harmful

       

    4. Susan11803

      Susan11803

      I had it too before surgery. It was from the antibiotics I was taking.

  14. cherylmonz

    Question for all the "post op's"

    cherylmonz replied to GingerSlim's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Hi. I am 3 days out and feel pretty good. I have some cramping and some pain but not too bad. I am from NJ but had my surgery in PA. I was a nervous wreck the week before my surgery. I was having panic attacks galore! Once I got to the hospital I felt calmer and was happy about that. Everyone is different and responds differently to things so don't get yourself nuts by reading all the negative posts. You should read the good and the bad but don't let it make you anxious! Good luck and keep me posted!
  15. cherylmonz
    I am doing pretty good except for cramping. Every once in a while I get these bad cramps that last only a few seconds but they hurt. Is this normal?
  16. cherylmonz

    3 days out and cramping. Anyone else?

  17. cherylmonz
    Hi everyone. Two days post op and starting to feel human again. I was in incredible pain once I woke up after surgery. First day was awful and I kept asking myself why the hell did I do this to myself! Next day I felt better and was sent home. Today I took a shower with help from my hubby. Thank God for him. He is taking such good care of me! I am moving around and drinking and taking my Vitamins with no issues. I keep getting a crampy pain in my stomach on and off but I'm sure it's normal. My back is hurting from two days of bed and recliner sleeping but so what. I'm on my way to be healthier! I get tired easily and sleep a lot but the PA said that is normal after what I've been through. I seem to be coming along fine. Thanks for all the well wishes and I hope you all are doing good also! Cheryl
  18. cherylmonz
    Mine is too! Good luck to you and let me know how you do?
  19. cherylmonz

    Tomorrow is the big day!

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    2. cherylmonz

      cherylmonz

      Glad to hear you're both doing well! Just something about getting 75% of my stomach cut away creeps me out! lol I'll get over it.

       

    3. oweemytoe

      oweemytoe

      Congratulations on making it to the newest chapter in your life. You will do wonderfully! Keep us updated on how things go and how you did after the surgery. Sending healing thoughts and prayers your way!

    4. barbb3

      barbb3

      Good luck and I am sure this is going to do great things for you! Let us know how you are doing!

       

  20. cherylmonz

    I Cant Believe its Finally Here!

    cherylmonz replied to patrice1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    SOooooo. How did it go? How are you feeling? I go in tomorrow morning! Nervous but excited.
  21. cherylmonz

    I Cant Believe its Finally Here!

    cherylmonz replied to patrice1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Good luck. Keep us posted of your progress.
  22. cherylmonz

    My surgery is less than a week away and I'm starting to get very nervous. Having panic attacks. Were any of you like this??

    1. Colleen C

      Colleen C

      Mine is tomorrow (surgery) not nervous. Try to remind yourself why you are doing this. I have been going to counselor dealing with the lifestyle change this includes.

       

  23. cherylmonz
    Good luck! I'm going next Wednesday June 25.
  24. cherylmonz

    VSG Update!

    cherylmonz replied to cmann1299's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I am going for my sleeve on the 25th. How long were you in the hospital? Are you happy you got it done?
  25. cherylmonz
    Hi. I'm going on June 25th. Very nervous and excited. I wish you the best on your journey!

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