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I had an upper GI. Quick and painless. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using BariatricPal mobile app

Just curious.. was your sister on Multivitamin with iron after surgery? I guess I'm just wondering if I should start some iron now. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Surgery October 4th here. I have been taking all Vitamins as prescribed and started shedding at about month 3. I honestly have not read anything that prevents it from happening. It's not the lack of Protein because years ago when I was on Adkins I had the same problem. I am hoping it is like that time. hair gets thinner but not bald. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Starting weight 245. Weight this morning 185 Surgery date October 4th. 5 ft.8 in. I don't know what I want my goal weight to be. I'm 56 and think I would be happy at 160. I try to get my Protein and drink between meals. Probably eat 5 times a day something. 3 mealsand 2 Snacks. I quit doing my fitness pal when my calories were always1000 to 1200 calories. I have never had regretted having the surgery. I am tiring of Vitamins. Some foods give me hiccups and sneezing. I'm associating th is with eating 1 or 2 bites more than I should. Wish I had done this 10 years ago! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Not sure about cigarettes but I was off of Nicorette gum for 10 days and passed the test. It was the cotinine blood test. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I didn't have one. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for the recipe. I get to try it th is week! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Hello! You will love this site! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Rhonda1960 on my fitness pal Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I was told to crush all pills and open all capsules. I don't have my plan with me but think it was around 3 months. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Me too on the 4th. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I'm only 16 days post op, but have been reading here for about 7 months. From my research there is nothing that prevents hair loss. Some experience more than others regardless of Vitamins and Protein. My friends that had the surgery had thinning but not to the point to buy a wig. I started out with thick hair hoping for minimal loss. The good side of the research was.....most people reported their hair grew back. Since I wanted the surgery so much, I put the hair worry in last place. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I carried the pillow for the ride home that others suggested...great idea. What I should have carried that I didn't was.... soft bra without underwire. It took me about 5 days before the regular bra was ok. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved on Oct.4th. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I also had an abnormal EKG. Had a nuclear stress test and everything was fine. It's good to know information either way. It's also comforting to know some programs are thorough and careful! Good luck. It was an easy test! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I was having trouble getting my Protein also. I got some genpro unflavored Protein powder and mix with my crystal light. 30 grams of protein and easier for me to drink than the Protein Shakes. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I took my one pill on the way to the hospital. The goal was 1 1/2-3 hours before surgery. I had zero nausea but don't know if it was due to the pill or I was just not going to have any nausea. I did have to go to 3 pharmacies before I found one at Kroger pharmacy! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Maybe they were just trying to give themselves plenty of time. My clinic submitted within 24 hours and approval the following day. I do have to give the office many praises for their organization, scheduling and professionalism. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

What is the brand of protein powder that you use. I'm needing to get some but when I start to look there are too many choices. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Sip and walk..sip and walk. It gets better every hour! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

I have to crush all of my pills and open any capsules for 8 weeks. The Protein is harder for me but I wouldn't describe it as pain. I can do liquids but it is easier with warm broth, warm decaf tea, or half Water with half juice. Sample and see what is best for you. I certainly don't have all the answers but it seems as though liquid would be more important in the first few days. I'm on day 5 and I may be further post op than you. My surgeon said to walk and sip at the same time to make it easier. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

How are you doing? I'm in the morning. Hope you're cruising through better than you expected! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App Doing much better than expected. I did drink too much of a Protein shake and having some discomfort now so I'm going to fast until this goes away. Keep in touch. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App

i have no idea how to do this either. If you find out it is an option please share. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm 56. Surgery 3 days ago. No problems. I'm in the sipping and walking phase. Still working on arranging the pills and getting the liquids in. I'm following the program and planning for success. Good luck! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T377A using the BariatricPal App