Joann454
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Depends on the Dr. I was cleared to swim at six weeks but he said if I felt well I could do it sooner. My incisions were all healed (no scabs, completely closed). My concern is the fatigue. I tire fast and hard! I'll be swimming next week at seven weeks! How far along will you be when you're on vacation? Pool, lake, or ocean swimming?
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That rubbed me the wrong way too. Even if it's a joke, not cool.
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Had my post op check up and got cleared for everything! Eating, exercise, swimming! I can't believe I had surgery sometimes! I am so happy to have had this done. Went through my closet and got rid of two bags of clothes! Down 31 lbs and already my optimism and confidence are up. I have so much hope now. It's amazing. Happy Independence Day everyone!! [emoji95][emoji562][emoji631]
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Inspirational! Thanks'
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Inspirational! Thanks'
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Post-op energy level
Joann454 replied to greenlora's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had read about the energy being low but it's a totally different thing when you experience it. It's truly been the most bothersome part of this. I'm taking a vacation at 7 1/2 weeks out too! -
First post-op appt tomorrow
Joann454 replied to char3672's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hell, I only lost 7 and my team was pleased. They should be happy! -
Demographics - Opinions - Weighing Options (no pun intended)
Joann454 replied to P-Diddy's topic in The Guys’ Room
You won't ever feel like you're not gambling because you are. At least the odds are very much in your favor. That was what I struggled with the most. I loved my life and I was petrified to risk anything that would change it for the worse. I opted for the sleeve and surgically at least, I'm a success. Time will tell as I'm only six weeks out. It's in my hands now. Good luck with your decision! -
Thank you! How far out are you? What exercises did you start with?
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Yep, went through this too. Also watched food shows! It ended when I could eat soft foods. I have no interest in cooking shows and I'm only hungry when I should be hungry. Scared me but it will settle down.
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You are beautiful! Congrats!
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Anger and agitation
Joann454 replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good news! -
Anger and agitation
Joann454 replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good news! -
Anger and agitation
Joann454 replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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I'm hitting the point of self respect I never though I would hit.
Joann454 replied to Crafty Li'l Devil's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Were you driving and got hit or a pedestrian? Eek! And, I LOVE that swordfish handbag! Shut up! Happy to watch folks blossom into happy confident self respecting humans! Congrats!- 1 reply
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I stayed off the scale except at post op appts.
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I stayed off the scale except at post op appts.
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Anger and agitation
Joann454 replied to northstar9148's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How're you feeling today? -
Post-op energy level
Joann454 replied to greenlora's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can relate to this. I lose energy fast and when it's gone it's GONE. My blood pressure was really low today so I'm stopping medication to see if it helps. (I'm only on a very low dose of one med) I'm not going over my head when I go swimming. I'm scared I'll lose my energy. I keep hoping that 8 week mark is the magic energy mark. -
Not sure if I messed up or did right
Joann454 replied to LadyIris1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was so sick of shakes! I made egg salad a lot. Refried beans. Tomato soup (you can add unflavored protein powder in). Go to Pinterest for some food ideas! You'll be ok! -
Not sure if I messed up or did right
Joann454 replied to LadyIris1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Eggs were considered purée for me. I did have a soft white fish before I was supposed to and it was fine. -
6 weeks out and I can take big swallows that totally satisfy me. I was a guzzler too! It gets much better!
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Good luck! See you on the other side!
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I was 4 1/2 days completely nicotine free when I had my blood test and it came up negative. I've read it (cotinine not nicotine) stays in urine a bit longer. If you completely abstain you should be ok!
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Post-op energy level
Joann454 replied to greenlora's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You'll get lots of varying answers. Everyone heals differently. What will you be eating at that point in recovery? My energy was poor at two weeks post op. I wasn't cleared to swim yet either. Some people had loads of energy (see above lol)