Joann454

Also, was he specific as to why he was leaning towards bypass?

I don't think it's more than a half an hour longer (give or take) for the bypass vs sleeve. You'll have to take vitamins for the rest of your life with either surgery. Only 10% of people experience dumping (from what I've read). I had the sleeve but if my Dr had recommended bypass I would've done it. I have no GERD and was only prediabetic so the sleeve was ok for me. People have great success with both surgeries.

Omg I had never thought of that! I don't have my period anymore but seriously, I'd have been bedridden without my ibuprofen! I feel for you!

If that's obese I'll take it! You look great!

I am only two months out and lately have been eating 900 kcals. But I'm doing keto and the fat in my foods bumps it up.

My guess is, like me, you comforted yourself with food. This was a huge shock to me. I had no idea how much I used food to feel better. Also, I wasn't super excited as surgery got closer. I was scared. Just guessing here-but hope you get your enthusiasm back. I had the surgery two months ago and feel great now.

I got my energy! Finally! Took 8 weeks I was really starting to get down about it too. How're you feeling these days?

Wow! What a transformation. I love your goal weight!

I had BCBS COVA (VA state employees ins) and the required a year of phone calls once a month with a "health coach". Once you completed that they gave you a certificate and you have a year to then get surgery (still no guarantee you're approved). The hospital I had surgery at was a Center of Excellence and they had their own requirements you had to meet as well. I had my surgery a month before my certificate expired. It was a long road for me.

I don't have to take any of those, just chewable vitamin, calcium, and B12 I'm sorry you're frustrated. I'm a slow loser too. Do you log your food and count your macros? I lost so little the first month too. It's picked up some. Hope yours does too

I was at the beach in three weeks. But all my scars were covered. I would suggest keeping them covered for now.

Have you checked out city-data's website? Lots of info there.

Genetics mostly dictate it. I'm definitely trying to tone what I can but from everything I've read there's only so much we can do.

~stay off the scale the first month ~all protein is not created equal. Eat real food over shakes and bars when possible ~don't compare yourself to anyone ~if you haven't dealt with your food issues before surgery you'll be faced with them after whether you want to deal with it or not. ~move your body ~I am no different than I was the day before surgery in most ways (which is ok cuz I like me). ~no magic or cure-this is for life and without making the changes I need to nothing will change long term. ~I have no regretted this surgery once, I haven't always enjoyed how I felt, but zero regrets (and zero complications) ~this is a wonderful opportunity that I feel grateful for. This is just my list in two short months. I'm sure I'm missing lots of things. What have others learned?

I don't think crystal light etc is causing the stall. The calories are negligible. I'm only two months out and have hit two stalls. Then I'll drop a few lbs. definitely be patient. You're not doing anything wrong! BTW, having coffee was my happiest moment! I missed it so much!

A high fever sounds like more than just needing water. That's indicative of infection. How are your incisions?

Lol! My Cheez-it pal! I've never met anyone who loves them as much as I do!

I'm newly sleeved and feel not one ounce of cockiness or "never". I can already eat anything at two months out. Not a lot, but nothing bothers my stomach. So I must remain vigilant. I could easily be one of the people who only lose 30lbs total if I wanted to. So I'm looking at this surgery like an aide to help me be less hungry while I'm learning a new way to eat. Honestly, that's exactly what it is for me. My sister had bypass and has gained over half her weight back. I have no delusions. I'm working so hard to change my relationship with food. I really think it's the only way for me to be successful. This is most definitely a life long venture.

Oops, I had the sleeve and didn't notice this was the bypass forum. Hope it happens soon. I'm a roller too lol

Right side within a week, left side a little longer for me. I was kinda miserable as I'm a side sleeper.

Oh the bending over. I remember that. It took me a week to truly bend to pick something off the floor. If I missed I'd just ask someone to get it or use a hanger. You get inventive. My team was more concerned with me getting in water over protein the first five days. After that I felt well enough to start meeting those goals but water is key and you're doing well! You'll be turning the corner soon and feeling much better. I know exactly what you mean about feeling in shock. I felt like I had mild ptsd afterwards. Again, it went away within a week. Glad you have your dad to help.

Yeah. 17 lbs in 8 weeks and 33 since preop diet. It's really frustrating but we are losing. Also, someone here said their weight loss took off at 3 months so...fingers crossed.

I've read over and over that we have to learn how to cook to prevent burnout. So today I cooked a keto chicken dish. It was good but yeah, I have no enthusiasm for the cooking. It doesn't help that I used to like to bake fattening things. Cooking, meh. Also, it's so hot I hate to heat the kitchen up. I'm also two months out and I'm just now starting to exercise. I had zero energy and am just feeling more normal now. Hang in there. You'll find foods you enjoy again.

I used lose it at first but switched to Baritastic because I could track water too.

I'm a turtle over here! I won't give up though and I'll try my hardest not to get discouraged. This is for life and definitely a marathon. One thing that is a must for me is logging my food. Amazing how many calories I can eat when I don't pay attention.