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This is new to me. I know I've never had this before so I was wondering if there's a correlation or if it's just coincidence.

I just got back from the dentist and was diagnosed with geographic tongue (benign migratory glossitis). I have never even heard of this before now and have never known anyone with it. While it appears pretty harmless (aside from looking weird when I stick my tongue out), I'm wondering why I'm getting this now and if there's a correlation between it and my surgery/weight loss. My surgery was Aug. 27. I've only lost 50 lbs since (which isn't a lot compared to some), but I lost 31 lbs in the 4 months before surgery for a total weight loss of 81 lbs in just over 8 months. I would appreciate any thoughts of knowledge anyone has about it as there's not much information on-line except that it's harmless, no treatment exists, different theories about cause/they're not sure of the cause, etc. thanks

My first post-op doctor's visit isn't until next Monday. I'm returning to work tomorrow and hoping it all goes good. I'm expecting that this week will be really tough as I'm still on all liquids. I weigh myself every day and am amazed at how my body is changing. Some days I lose 2 lbs in a day which is great, but then I worry that it's too much. Of course, another day I only lost a half pound so I guess it all evens out. I'm feeling pretty good most of the time. I had a dizzy spell last Thursday or Friday, but haven't had one since. I feel like I'm getting in a good amount of liquids, but I'm anxious to start taking a multi-Vitamin as I know it's impossible to with the liquid diet to get in all of the Vitamins and minerals my body needs.

Yes - LOL! I weighed 251 the day of surgery. I weighed myself the day after surgery and went up to 254! Of course, I knew they pumped me FULL of fluids and I was swollen (still am, just not as bad) so I wasn't too surprised. I don't weigh myself every morning, so yesterday I was at 247. Not much of a drop, but my body needs to focus on healing now and it will come. At least it's going in the right direction :-)

Yes, I have primary (inherited - thanks Dad!) lymphodema in both of my lower legs and feet. Mine is naturally very severe (+4) if it goes without treatment. I just had my WLS Aug. 27 so I can't say it will or won't affect it per se, but based on what I know of lymphodema there's not a direct correlation with WLS and the lymphodema. Of course, any weight loss and staying very mobile will be helpful to your overall health and thereby your lymphodema. I went through a VERY INTENSE lymphodema treatment this summer. It involved my spending a tremendous amount of time in the treatment center (2 - 4 hours/day - EVERY DAY) where I would undergo manual massage, 2 hours of maching massage (sometimes was able to complete this at home) and then my legs and feet would be wrapped in foam which was HOT and uncomfortable, but necessary to support my lymph system to get the excess Fluid out. Depending on how severe the lymphodema is, how good a patient you are, and how your body responds the treatment can take from a month (my case) to years. You also have to really clean up your diet - NO SALT, soda, alcohol, and I tried to stear clear of preservatives too. You must exercise - walking is best if you can. I decided for me and would suggest for anyone else too, to treat the lymphodema first and get it under control. You have to stop the cellulitis attacks. I'm fortunate in that I've only had one, but with each one you have, more permanent damage occurs. Once it's stable and under control then go on to the WLS. I lost almost 30 lbs before sugery (in part required for insurance and also I was done with how I felt and needed to make a difference). So I would strongly suggest overhauling your diet now and trying to lost weight by without WLS by increasing vegetables, fruits, lean meats, reducing carbs, and eliminating fats and sugars. Keep in mind that the lymphodema will not go away and requires lifelong treatment. When I was getting my treatment over the summer, there were people of all ages, sizes and shapes (including adults weighing less than 100 lbs) getting the same treatment I was. Yes, you are more likely to have lymphodema if you are overweight, but odds are losing weight will not make it go away. It's just to me I would rather deal the 2 hours of therapy I now do as maintenance at home EVERY DAY and wear HEAVY (30-40 mcg) compression stockings (day) or wraps (at night) CONSTANTLY then risk more damage to my feet and legs and potentially have to have something amputated. My doctor flat out told me that I would be facing amputation if I didn't make drastic changes and get it dealt with as my lymphodema was so severe it was interferring with my blood supply to my skin. Most of that has now been reversed, but I'm ever vigilent! Good luck!

Agreed! It's getting a little bit better each day. I'm still sore on my right side, but this morning when I woke up it was like a big chunk of it disappeared over night. Very weird. Almost all of my nausea is gone and I think I may have had some actually minor hunger pains last night. I'm still trying to increase my fluids. I would consume about 120-150 ounces of liquid (unsweet iced tea or water) before surgery so even dropping back to 64 ounces feels dehydrating to me, but I find it difficult right now to get in more. I have a hard time with Protein shakes and know I need to get in protein as the broth doesn't have enough. I tried them before surgery and had a very difficult time getting them down without throwing up so I haven't even attempted them yet. Maybe I'll work up the courage today!

Yes, me! I haven't driven yet, but think I might if I keep feeling better tomorrow or Wednesday. Will have to wait and see. I do NOT do well with anesthesia or antibiotics so I had dry heaves and vomiting all day Friday. The doctor ordered me back to the hospital for an IV and anti-naseous meds administered via IV. I felt better with more fluids, but the meds made no difference at all. They told me if it was the anesthesia causing the naseousness, that meds wouldn't help and we would just have to wait for my body to metabolise it. Sunday I felt sort of human again so if I can keep moving in this direction, all should be good. Even with taking Prilosec, still having the worst heartburn of my life. My right side is especially sore too.