Brian T. Poe

Hey all! 4 weeks out, 10/13/2014, down 43lbs. 68lbs total since July.

Yes the weight has come off, however been experiencing post nasal drip, really didn't eat at all for the first 23 days, about 60g of Protein in, and about 40 oz of liquids, had to get IV's the 2nd week due to dehydration.

HOWEVER, past 3 days have been better.. More liquids, eating 2-3 times a day, 65g of Protein, more energy, finally back in the gym, feeling better. Gotta start somewhere

I'm 4 weeks post op, and I act asked this question at my last meeting on Monday, according to the dietitian and surgeon speaking...

"If you over eat and ignore the sleeve full sensation over a period of time your sleeve will definitely stretch"

So...I've been having a really bad time with post nasal drip...been on muniexD for a week, it seem to work, however I think it's my dog causing most of it. Just got her in April, haven't had a dog in 4 years and been itching a little bit since April. When I'm out of town I'm fine. Last week I went out of town and I felt better. Was drinking 40-50oz of fluids and no nausea feeling. Picked her up Monday morning and have felt like shit since. Picked up allergy medicine last night....anyone else have similar outcome??? Also does post nasal drip last forever?

Experiencing the 3rd week stall as I type this, we just have to stay positive and patient. Trust me the bad negative thoughts creep in often but I ju try to think of the long run.

Go for a walk, eat healthier things, fruit, veggies, gym. Think about how far you've come, we all have bad days, just limit them. ????

I was told to wait 3 months before using a straw

Hey ! I am 2 weeks post op, I kno this may sound horrible but when I see people saying they gain weight, does this mean your sleeve isn't restricting you or what? Or you eating pizza burgers and fries?

I say all that because it would be nice to know things will change...meaning I am 2 weeks post op and have had 3 baby spoons of yogurt....rest Water,tea,milk....so having a pretty bad dc regrets right now, would love to know hey I can get back to normal eventually and make better food decisions. Right now there are no food decisions...

i feel like most of you, if i gain the weight back, I have failed, not the surgery. The surgery is a tool. I am only 6 days post op, and that has been the toughest part thus far is knowing food isnt going to be a part of my life like it once was, and i wasnt the huge eater, i just had a very poor diet and would have 1 large meal a day, now i am going to have to make an "lifestyle" change and have way smaller meals several times a day, at this point i dont know if i can call them meals, we'll go with Snacks. lol

@@kpar9099, I ENVY YOU, i wish i could get that much liquid in, i honestly miss drinking so much Water, but if i drink to much i get the gas sensation that comes up my chest and feels like my ribs are being squeezed to death. it's only about 5-10 sec but it will happen 2 or 3 times, for first 10 mins. so i just try to continue to sip but its nowhere near 64oz, i/m getting about half of that on a good day.

This is really good to read especially when you're 27 and had this surgery 6 days ago

Hi! i was on the 13th, so hopefully don't mind me posting heh.

I had a rough first few days, had to stay in the hospital an extra day , couldn't keep any liquids down the first day they started me on the liquids. Been very fatigue all week. I am the same, had to rely on family to do everything for me. I am still taking pain pills, but i have 2 bulging disk in my back and also had my gallbladder taken out monday during the sleeve procedure. So still quite sore, i have been getting about 30-35oz of liquids in, I see other people that are brave, courageous cause i havent even thought about eating, havent been hungry. Been mainly Water and this liquid Protein i have, which is like a super shot. its 42g in 3.8oz. I havent tried Jello or Protein shakes yet. I think i've had 2 Popsicle's thus far and i am 6 days out. I did have tea yesterday, that was a nice change up. waiting to try milk this week, want to take it slow and easy, especially since i'm not craving anything. Today has been a better day though, got out and walked outside, 2x 10 min walks in the neighborhood. Gonna try to add 5 mins per day to build up strength. this upcoming week i start on my Vitamins so hopefully that helps with alot of the fatigue etc.

Hope everyone is recovery soon! Best of luck

even though this post is 2 yrs old, still very helpful! thanks!

@lesile65. I was saying the same thing about people returning to work after t or 6 days. More power to them. I also got my gallbladder taken out as well. Fluid intake has been better lately. I have been doing tea, Water and this Protein liquid. Haven't even tried Protein Powder yet.

I get in about 30 oz of liquid in. That includes my Protein.

Could you share that YouTube video? I've literally been looking on social media all day about post op stuff ( should have been doing this before the surgery) but was scared it was gonna detract me from doing the surgery. I'm not a happy camper yet..more regret than happiness. Hopefully this changes soon.

I haven't felt hungry at all. 6 days post op.

Thanks everyone. Anyone have any idea how long before I return to some what normal? I'd love to hear what people typically eat in a normal day post op...8 months down the road or longer.

I'm 3 days post op. Had to stay in the hospital an extra day because I coul keep anything down. , feeling better now, however still a lot of pressure when I sip on my fluids. So far no hunger at all, very thirsty but trying to work on my Fluid intake.

Just wanted to give my perspective on things, feel free to ask any questions or give advice.

As a born & raised Richmond va resident, I'm shocked nbc12 even covered this....this is not news..

27 hours , talk about nervous :/

Ok, so I have to ask fellow sleevers......

2 days prior to your surgery, what do you eAt as your last meal, I have to be on a complete liquid diet 1 day prior (no shakes, sugar free clear liquids)

Anyone in South Carolina doing the gastric sleeve in October? Mine is Monday the 13th. :-)

I have found a few things, our nutrition store sells things like hot chocolate, Fruit Drinks that are Protein supplements. My favorite so far is "nectar" they have a lot of different favors. They are not as thick either, a lot smoother and easier to drink.

Counting down!! October 13th, last pre op appointment tomorrow, getting nervous and excited

Thanks! Great read and stories! Cmon October 13th!

Just how life is down the road. I guess that is what scares me the most is that I'm 27 and have a long life ahead of me and don't have many examples to look at. How about the bypass....how are people 10-20 years down the road....?

I'm having the gastric sleeve on Monday October 13th. I'm only 27 and my local support group seems to have older people in it...just would be great to hear from people 5-10years post op. Or anyone have any details on stories they've seen , please let me know