Tami_Lynn

That's a great story! My surgery was 2 weeks ago and same experience except they had me on a dilauted drip the day of surgery and took me off the day after... Boy did the pain kick in in my back and shoulders! Over all I'm happy too and the only reason that lady at work is like that is because she doesn't wanna look bad while your losing weight and she's not! Best of luck to ya. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

@clemintine sky, I like your way of thinking. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

I got the Vitamin Patches from the bariatric pal store. Love them.,they absorb thru your skin so you get more out of them without the stomach acid eating away a portion of your oral Vitamins. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Yes, that was me exactly. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Thank you for that, although I have had my surgery, and am happy so far, I totally understand your position and respect it. It's not right for everyone. Hope things get better for you honey, best of luck. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Dr. Steele is awesome! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Heyyy Beautiful Sharifah - I had my surgery at John Hopkins Bayview on 8/8/16! Yay, I found someone! My sugeon was originally Dr. Steele but she had to go out on medical leave and they switched me to Dr. Nguyen. The nurses are wonderful on 6th floor surgery unit. Let me know if you have any questions! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

My surgeons office took care of it all with the insurance company... Once I completed all requirements they submitted my package and I got an approval in two days. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

My goodness crissy79, I am sorry for your pain. We have a wonderful bariatric unit in MD called John's Hopkins Bayview medical center. Not sure where your located but it sounds like you need some good medical care. Best of luck for a speedy recovery. Prayers coming your way. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone.... Wow! I went out for a walk, came back to all this support! Thanks guys...,it means a lot. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

HelloSo how are you getting your protein? They were giving me Protein Drinks the day after my surgery in the hospital! I apologise if someone already asked... I didn't read the entire thread yet. Good luck Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

So today was my first day back to work after surgery. I grabbed a piece of chocolate from the candy dish ???? whyyyyy.... That was so stupid. Then I get home and my kids had just cooked a fresh pizza, my husband,starts yelling about something dumb, I start crying and then grabbed a slice of pizza... Took a bite and swallowed. My chest is on fire! Why must I be so stupid... Im still on liquids!! ???? I am really paying now... Can't breath it feels like I just took a blow to the chest just under my breast bone! I have a lot of pride and would not usually share this out of shame....but isn't that what were here for? To talk to others who are going thru the same. Thanks for reading about my screw up! I am so mad at myself! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Good luck gina171.... I am excited for you! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for responding but mine doesn't have that link.... Maybe because I'm in the mobile app. I'll try it on the desktop tomorrow. Thanks again Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Hello, Can someone tell me how we add members as friends? I Got a notification that I was at it to someone's friend list but I can't find where I can do this. Thank you , Tammy Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Hi susanslosin, love the name! I was told not to crush my acid pill because it was delayed release. Mine is protonix.... Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Good morning sunshine: I have the most pain in the left. That's where they do most of the work during surgery. You did the right thing by walking....that's what the docs told me to do too. I was sleeved on 8/8. We can keep in touch and compare. Tammy Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

They had me do a liver shrink diet pre-surgery which is a lot of protein, but didn't have to be liquid. No carbs. The vitamins you will take for the rest of your life. Post surgery those protein shakes are going to be your best way to get protein since you will be on a liquid diet after surgery for at least a week and pureed for another month. Go to a wholesale club or Amazon and get them by the case... It's way cheaper then the 4 packs.Good luck Yani! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

I'm not being judgemental at all! SHE asked our opinion and we gave it. The title of the post was do you think I needed weight loss surgery? She wanted to be much smaller and good for you darling. I don't think it's a bad thing .... You do your thing.

I get the sweats too.. Its part of it. Do not eat baby food! That is so bad for you.. My surgeon and dietition stressed the fact of not eating baby food. Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Yessssss!! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Is anyone who just had the sleeve done experiencing bad breath? I brush and brush my teeth, gargle... And all but the breath is BAD! I know that not eating contributes to bad breath but good lord! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Me too... I ended up getting the already bottled ones by premier Protein... I like the consistency better then the powder. In see not getting the recommended fluids... We are 3 In a row ... 8th, 9th, and 10th. Lol Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

My bad days were in the hospital! Ugh. Home is healing, I was so happy to get home! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App

Same.... My goal,weight is 175! Sent from my VS985 4G using the BariatricPal App