WillyBoo

I was sleeved on 4/16/2015. My IBS (loose) has never been so severe as it is since pre-op. I have been ill since April 6th. Am following a FODmaps diet with some improvement but still not resolved.

I have had it and it is yummy! I would not be allowed to have it though because of the high carbs and sodium and lack of Protein. I will miss Panera soups!

Me too. Liquid in- liquid out.

I am on day five of liquids. I really have not been hungry too much. The second I feel a twinge I drink something. Water, broth, crystal light, coffee, vitaman water zero, anything clear. The surgeons plan says "up to 6 shakes per day" but I have been getting by on 5 which I drink about 3 hours apart with coconut/almond milk. I also make each one a little bit different. The only issue I have had is a bit of a tummy ache and frequent bathroom trips (liquid in - liquid out!). It isn't fun by any means but it is doable.

I think it depends on genetics and age and how much you lose. I am assuming i will have a good amount of loose skin. I figure since it will be hidden under clothing i can live with it. Kinda hard to cover up being 100+ pounds overweight.

I am taking two and half weeks but can/will take more if I need to (self-employed). My doctor will not excuse for more than 4 weeks unless there are major complications.

Cut yourself a break! Tomorrow is a new day. The next time you feel temptation, you will remember how you feel right now and hopefully you will not give in to the junk.

I have the same issue. I use unjury (which i got from the unjury website) and syntrax nectar in tbe unflavorex and vanilla torte. No prolem with those at all.

Is it possible to have the low carb meal at lunch so you dont feel so weak mid-day?

I was told occasional nsaids were ok after three months out.

April 16th!

Mine is coming out during my sleeve surgery. My insurance allows it so out it comes! I don't want another surgery looming over my head.

My answer is similar to AmyfromCincy. It was in my chart but I don't think it was listed on the insurance companies criteria.

I have had the same sweet taste pre-op but I am not diabetic. I have assumed it was ketosis. If it is really concerning, check with your doctor and make sure everything is ok.

Call! Mine took about a week and a half. I called to to check on it and found out it had just been approved. That was nearly two weeks ago and I still don't have anything in writing from BCBS. The doctors office did follow up with a call and got the info they needed though.