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Hi guys I am currently 4 weeks post op and I am.craving something sweet. So far I have not given in to any temptations but I was wondering if anyone has gone through this and if there was anything I could have to take the feeling away ??

Hi all I had my sleeve done on the 17th March and was wondering if there is anyone based in the Manchester or northwest (UK) area.

Congratulations I am really pleased for you. I currently have lost 48 pounds in the 4 weeks since surgery and that includes a stalling period of just over a week. It has completely changed my life for the better as I hope this will do for you.

I have lost 3 stone in total ut nothing in the last 2 weeks. It is very disappointing

I'm not sure on the ricotta bake but good luck for tomorrow! !! I'm sure everything will be fine and congratulations on making a brilliant choice for yourself

Of course let me know how you get on at the gym it's always good to have someone there

Apparently I was severely dehydrated and that caused my stomach to contract. I am at a stand still myself I went on an hour long walk up and down hills and plan on going swimming next week to try and get my weight loss to continue. Has the pain decreased now your not wearing trousers??

Tlemieux220 I would suggest letting your surgeon know. I was sleeved on the 17th March too and I ended up back in the hospital but they couldn't tell me why I had the pain. Can I ask though what's your weight loss been like??

Whilst I understand both sides I think that lipstick lady's point was that you could cause damage to yourself if you are throwing up all the time and pushing things too far. I understand that as the diet is restrictive you want to branch out and try other things but you should listen to your body and work with it and not with your cravings for other types of food. Take your time and look after yourself.. personally I would hate for you to end up back in hospital or your journey to take a step back

That's the same reason I chose the sleeve... less complications and similar results

Hi all I am 25 from the UK and was sleeved on 17th March and I can honestly say it was the best thing I have ever done. . It is difficult as the cravings that are in your head are still there but if you are strong you can do well. So far I have lost 3 stone which is more then I expected. Good luck to all those going for the surgery and if anyone wants to ask any questions or needs any support contact me

Is anyone taking forceval tablets at the moment and how have you found them ???

Hi I'm from the UK too and I am 16 days post op. I went out last night and couldn't hold down anything except soup. I couldn't imagine eating any meats just now. Did you find it difficult before your latest meal to eat anything or has it been easy so far??

I am not 100 percent sure if I am eating more as my nutritionist said that it will take longer for the pureed food to leave your stomach so you won't eat as much. But your body maybe getting used to eating a different type of food so it could be possible I would check with your medical team to be sure.

I am the same I am going into stage 2 and I am missing the act of chewing food. My partner will eat a salad and I find myself feeling jealous. Whilst I know I am doing this for the right reasons and to improve my life I am just missing certain things

Thanks, as I am allergic to cheese I have to cut that out of everything. I am fed up of just eating soups at the moment so my motivation isn't what it should be. Any tips are appreciated

Thanks did either of you find the transition hard ??

I was in for just one night, I was scheduled in for 2 but I didn't need it as I was up and walking around. You will be fine and take your time if you feel you need longer then speak to those looking after you.

In a couple of days I am about to go into my pureed stage post op. Does anyone have any tips on what's the easiest things to have or what to avoid. My dietician said she will call me next week but I'm worried in case I can keep anything down.

thanks guys i appreciate that

thanks for that Sally. all i am having is soups and water at the moment is there anything else i can have at this stage? ? I am frightened of pushing my luck

do you have any other tips for coping ??

thanks do you have any tips on getting up and about i am still tender in a certain spots.. my family have been supportive but are trying to make me eat more then i think i am ready to and im not surr how to make then understand

Hi everyone, i had my surgery on the 17th March and i have not been taking pain relief for 24 hours as i haven't needed it... so far i have lost 16 pounds over the last week.. shilst i dont feel hungry anymore and i am off work for 3 weeks does anyone have any advice on coping with the boredom or any exercises i can do or even how to encourage the weightloss. i have 10 stone more to lose and i just want to ensure i am doing everything i can to help myself.