FindingSassy

For three years now I've had a lot of trouble with both my knees. I'd been told numerous times that because of my weight my knees were both, bone on bone and I had osteoarthritis. Long story short, double knee replacement surgery was in my future.
Since my surgery in January I've done very little exercise, due to the lack of flexibility and intense pain. I finally got into a pain management center and was ready to get my first Synvisc injection when the dr looked at my ex rays and told me I had the knees of a 20 year old. I don't have osteoarthritis at all, I have Water on the knee and a lot of it. A knee in good condition should only hold 5 cc's of Fluid. The dr removed 15 cc's of fluid and then injected the Synvisc.
I felt instant relief, the pressure was almost non existent without all the fluid and the pain is minimal now. I can't believe it took this long to find this out. All those years of massive amounts of steroids for my asthma caused my major weight gain and this accumulation of fluid on my knees. At least now I can start exercising without fear of damaging my knees further.

I'm riding the recumbent bike again at home so things should start moving soon. My right knee is feeling great so it's easier to ride now. Good luck everybody.

For three years now I've had a lot of trouble with both my knees. I'd been told numerous times that because of my weight my knees were both, bone on bone and I had osteoarthritis. Long story short, double knee replacement surgery was in my future.
Since my surgery in January I've done very little exercise, due to the lack of flexibility and intense pain. I finally got into a pain management center and was ready to get my first Synvisc injection when the dr looked at my ex rays and told me I had the knees of a 20 year old. I don't have osteoarthritis at all, I have Water on the knee and a lot of it. A knee in good condition should only hold 5 cc's of Fluid. The dr removed 15 cc's of fluid and then injected the Synvisc.
I felt instant relief, the pressure was almost non existent without all the fluid and the pain is minimal now. I can't believe it took this long to find this out. All those years of massive amounts of steroids for my asthma caused my major weight gain and this accumulation of fluid on my knees. At least now I can start exercising without fear of damaging my knees further.

For three years now I've had a lot of trouble with both my knees. I'd been told numerous times that because of my weight my knees were both, bone on bone and I had osteoarthritis. Long story short, double knee replacement surgery was in my future.
Since my surgery in January I've done very little exercise, due to the lack of flexibility and intense pain. I finally got into a pain management center and was ready to get my first Synvisc injection when the dr looked at my ex rays and told me I had the knees of a 20 year old. I don't have osteoarthritis at all, I have Water on the knee and a lot of it. A knee in good condition should only hold 5 cc's of Fluid. The dr removed 15 cc's of fluid and then injected the Synvisc.
I felt instant relief, the pressure was almost non existent without all the fluid and the pain is minimal now. I can't believe it took this long to find this out. All those years of massive amounts of steroids for my asthma caused my major weight gain and this accumulation of fluid on my knees. At least now I can start exercising without fear of damaging my knees further.

For three years now I've had a lot of trouble with both my knees. I'd been told numerous times that because of my weight my knees were both, bone on bone and I had osteoarthritis. Long story short, double knee replacement surgery was in my future.
Since my surgery in January I've done very little exercise, due to the lack of flexibility and intense pain. I finally got into a pain management center and was ready to get my first Synvisc injection when the dr looked at my ex rays and told me I had the knees of a 20 year old. I don't have osteoarthritis at all, I have Water on the knee and a lot of it. A knee in good condition should only hold 5 cc's of Fluid. The dr removed 15 cc's of fluid and then injected the Synvisc.
I felt instant relief, the pressure was almost non existent without all the fluid and the pain is minimal now. I can't believe it took this long to find this out. All those years of massive amounts of steroids for my asthma caused my major weight gain and this accumulation of fluid on my knees. At least now I can start exercising without fear of damaging my knees further.

I had a stall for a few weeks and then lost 2 3/4 pounds, stall over! I have a gym membership to Planet Fitness and before I moved I was there 3or 4 times a week. Now I don't live close to the gym and have barely gone, my fault sort of. Since I moved my knees have been bothering me so much more than before. Tomorrow I start my Synvisc injections and I pray to god they work so I can put off double knee replacement surgery. In the hopes that all goes well, I bought a really nice recumbent bike to use at home. I rode it tonight for 30 minutes and my knees were clicking the majority of the time and now I'm hurting pretty good. Hopefully this pain is worth the effort.
Surgery date: 1/8/15
Weight lost: 60 pounds

I'm 8 weeks post op and lost 36 pounds, so far. It hasn't been an easy 8 weeks either. I've suffered with nausea and vomiting on a daily basis. I was able to exercise only a few days before my knees were screaming in pain. My scale stopped moving in the right direction and told me I gained 5 pounds, that was super depressing. For the next 3 weeks the scale didn't budge and I got very depressed. During that 3 weeks I found out that my knees are arthritic and they are both bone on bone, I can feel the bones grinding each other. I'm most likely going to end up with two knee replacements, less that exciting.
Thank goodness when I got on the scale yesterday, I lost the 5 pounds I gained and an extra 1 pound. The scale is moving in the right direction! Even after all this, I'd do the surgery again. I could never do this on my own, I needed help.

We all make these mistakes, were only human. Peanut Butter cups call out to me when I see them. Everything in moderation... Eating the whole bag, not so good but if you can buy them and only eat one or two, that's a huge form of self control. Don't look at it and think I can NEVER have these again. Doing that only makes you want them more and you end up devouring the whole bag. Think of it as a test, only eat one or two and then put them away. If you're worried about going back for more, have your kid or husband hide them. You can do this, stay strong!

I did to have the NG tube so I can't say anything there. As for the nausea and vomiting, I have it almost everyday. I'm close to 7 weeks post op and I'm exhausted. You never know from day to day what's going to make you sick. I can have corn chowder Soup today and feel great so I'll have it again tomorrow thinking it's a safe choice but it's not and I get sick. What's good today may not be so good tomorrow is what I'm trying to say.
I know our bodies are still trying to heal and all but the nausea and vomiting are a killer. My Dr. says it will pass, eventually. I'm still waiting foe that day to come. The best I can say is stick with the plan, we will get through this. This is all for the greater good and if it gets me to my idea of the promised land then so be it.
Good luck to you, I hope were both feeling better soon!

You are so right. The average thin person doesn't have a clue what's it's like to live in an obese body. They will never get what it's like, until they've walked just one day in our shoes.
I'm 7 weeks post op and still feeling a little self conscious but not near as bad as before surgery. Now that I've started losing weight (35lbs) and inches, 13 1/2", I'm proud of myself and honestly don't give a rats behind what others think of me.
Be patient, you'll get there.

You are so right. The average thin person doesn't have a clue what's it's like to live in an obese body. They will never get what it's like, until they've walked just one day in our shoes.
I'm 7 weeks post op and still feeling a little self conscious but not near as bad as before surgery. Now that I've started losing weight (35lbs) and inches, 13 1/2", I'm proud of myself and honestly don't give a rats behind what others think of me.
Be patient, you'll get there.

It should start to fade soon. The first 2-3 days can be really harsh but it will get better pretty quickly. I recall setting my phone's timer to chime after 5 minutes of walking up and down the hallway of my house. For the first couple of days, 5 minutes was pretty taxing. Getting in and out of bed was difficult, and I don't have a recliner or anything else to sleep in.
I took pain meds pretty consistently around the clock for the first 4-5 days, and then 1-2 times a day for another week or two. I was even taking a dose here and there up to 4 weeks out. I know there are some folks here who never had much pain, never took anything harder than Tylenol through their recovery, but I was not one of them.
I know that everyone says this, but walking baby steps around the house, drinking Water until you think you're going to grow gills and swim away, and getting your Protein through any means necessary, will all make your recovery that much smoother.
Good luck, and welcome to your new world!

I Messed Up. I felt crappy this morning and decided NOT to go to work. I did take my girlfriend to work and while driving I became hungry. I had a craving for hashbrowns, Del Taco hashbrowns. I went thru the drive thru and picked them up. Huge mistake, giant mistake. I ate three on the drive home and then it hit, that nauseous feeling. I barely made it off the freeway before I tossed my Cookies.
What in god's name possessed me to buy them, was it force of habit or sheer stupidity, maybe even both? I should never have bought them in the first place. I keep getting these cravings for something in particular and then kick myself in the but when I get sick shortly afterwards. I knew better, yet I did it anyway.

By the way, I never throw up now. "Knock on wood"

Hi Princess, My surgery is January 5th, 2015. I've been waiting to have this surgery for a very long time. I too would like to have a special buddy going thru this. I'm old enough to be your mother but I'm very young at heart. Once I get past the surgery, watch out world! I'm on Facebook, My Fitness Pal, Fitbit and have no problem texting. I'm sorry I didn't see your post sooner or I would have gladly replied. I'm extremely motivated and committed to getting back to a healthier lifestyle. Let me know if you are interested! Check out my blog, too.

Oh Sassy, I'm so sorry to hear it. It sucks to be sick, but it's good to learn the lesson quickly and move on. ::hugs::

I'm all checked in and patiently waiting for my 9am gastric bypass surgery

Thanks for all the ideas ladies. I spoke with my Drs office and was informed i could drink more than the 1oz every 30 minutes and was told about the Popsicles as well. Im feeling much better now. even though i was following the directions i was given, it was time to add more to my menu. who knew hearing i could eat Soup and mashed potatoes would be so exciting.

Thanks for all the ideas ladies. I spoke with my Drs office and was informed i could drink more than the 1oz every 30 minutes and was told about the Popsicles as well. Im feeling much better now. even though i was following the directions i was given, it was time to add more to my menu. who knew hearing i could eat Soup and mashed potatoes would be so exciting.

The first 2 to 3 weeks for me post op I had terrible head hunger!! I thought at first that I was truly hungry when I would see commercials or TV show but when I made myself stop and really think about how I was feeling, I would realize that I really wasn't hungry. My body and brain we're so used to eating everything I saw that looked good before surgery but I was still in the habit of having those things. after the third week everything got much better. I could see something that I previously really enjoyed like candy or cake or a cheeseburger, and not even want it. It takes about that long for your body to do detox itself from sugar and the junk food addictions. As far is regular food goes, The first time you eat something that maybe you shouldn't, and you get sick, you will learn your lesson I won't crave that again. I'm learning lessons literally every other day, LOL. it does get easier. I've heard many people mention that this is an interesting journey that we've undertaken, and they are right… It really is a life-changing thing and a learning event. Good luck to you!

I had my surgery last Thursday and I'm home recovering. I've been making a few business calls and with the t.v. on, I'm dying over here. Every other commercial is food. I'm not a super huge fan of Sonic, I've been there once. They keep advertising this french toast Breakfast sandwich that looks amazing. I know I'm not the only one that gets these phantom hunger pains, i"m still on liquids for heavens sake. My tummy won't stop growling now. Any advice, other than turn the t.v. off??

You've got a deal!

This morning I have checked in for my Roux En Y procedure! This a journey that I started back in May! I'm ready for this step.

This sounds yummy. I'm one to play with my spices an have plenty in the kitchen. I just may do something like this post op.

sugar free Jello... it's a life saver and counts towards fluids.