MommaLlama

I had RNY on 11/6/14. I'm down 69 lbs. Four weeks ago my endocrinologist cut my Levothyroxine from 250 to 125 daily. I have Hashimotos disease, so my thyroid is completely inert. I'm moody, tired, and not losing weight. I'm afraid I'm going from slight hyperthyroidism to hypothyroidism. Anyone else experience this?

I've not only fallen off track, but I've derailed the darn thing! I need to get my act together. I know I ate too much and too often yesterday. I made 3 angel food cakes, 2 dozen cupcakes, strawberries, and deviled eggs. I licked the white cake batter off of the beater, as usual. I haven't had much dumping, which is an unfortunate thing. I wish my body rejected things like I'd hoped. I do notice an occasional swing in blood sugar and get woozy, sweating, and need to eat something. This tends to happen an hour or so after I've eaten too much. My BS is around 80 when I'm feeling woozy, so it's not too low. Today I'm trying to get back on track. I had a Protein shake for Breakfast. Does anyone else like a little caffeine? I seem to want ice tea with Splenda, or a couple cups of coffee in the morning. I don't do any soda! I don't even want to tempt myself.

After a few calls to my endocrinologist, I finally got across to her that I need a higher Synthroid dosage. I am starting 200mcg daily, as of tomorrow. This is up from 125 daily. I pray it helps!

Hello, November peeps! How are you all doing? I'm frustrated and struggling. I've been stuck at 69 lbs down for 3 weeks. I've only lost 5 in the past 6 weeks. I know it's partly my fault because I've not been faithful go my diet. I can do good while at work during the day, but the evenings are my worse times of temptation. Now my thyroid is fluctuating from hyper to hypo and the doctor is trying to adjust my Synthroid dosage. I've been tearful, moody, had horrible hair loss, and tired. I'm sure it's a mix of thyroid trouble and changes overall. I've found that I don't always get sick after eating poorly, which I wish I'd never found out. I need to get my rear in gear and get back to the gym. I had some pretty bad center abdominal pain twice last week and I called my surgeon's office. The oncall doctor suggested possible hernia and to see my surgeon. I'm honestly embarrassed to go in without losing more weight first. Aahh! I'm babbling, what thoughts do y'all have? Thanks!

I guessed correctly. My TSH went from 0.04 in February to 5.80 today. Holy heck. My doctors are going to adjust my dosage.

I am having another TSH and T4 level drawn today. I will keep you posted. Thanks for the words of encouragement.

I am 4 mos. post-op RNY. I hit a plateau for 3 weeks in February. Boy was I pissed! I just saw my endocrinologist 2 weeks ago, and am now hyperthyroid. She lowered my dose by half. I was on 250 mcg/day; now 125. I'm honestly scared it will turn back to hypothyroid and I'll either gain or not lose. My hair is a mess. I started losing it a month ago. I keep cutting it shorter, because it's not styling nicely and is so darn thin. This has been the most frustration since surgery. I started tracking every bite of food 4 days ago, and am already seeing the weight come down some. I'm avoiding carbs like the plague and trying very hard to get my Water in.

Well, I survived the holidays. My surgery was November 6th, and as of today, I hit the 50 lb weight loss mark. Saturday was the hardest day so far with a big family gathering. I even had my first alcoholic drink since surgery. It must've been light on alcohol, because I was fine. How are y'all doing?

Anyone get the hungries in the evening?

My daughters notice my breath and warn me. I like the sugar-free Altoids

Today is my 20th wedding anniversary,and I'd like to go to dinner with my husband. What recommendations do you have? I'm 4 weeks post-op and doing well on solid foods. Thanks!

I had RNY on Nov. 6th. I'm down 31 pounds from final pre-op appointment on Oct 28th. I just returned to work yesterday. I've been doing pretty good, only thrown up twice. I'm sick of my crushes medications! I miss food. Has anyone started exercising yet? I would like to walk, but it's cold in IL.

Hello, all. This is my first time on this website. I'm scheduled for RNY this Thursday, Nov. 6th. I am so anxious to get it done. I'm on day 3 of a 5 day clear liquid pre-op diet. I also have a slight head cold/sinus infection. Grr. I got an antibiotic yesterday, and hope all stays well and out of my chest, so that they don't have to reschedule surgery. Question: My tummy is rumbling with gas. I'm assuming from all liquids? Has anyone else had this? What did you consume during Clear Liquids? Thanks for any and all support!