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The elite look good (low sugar). Thanks! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

A good start is just telling them you are on a diet... see what sort of feedback you get from that. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

There is some debate about stomach-stretching. Carbonated beverages are hard on the teeth. Potential "gateway" item. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

This is a difficult one. 1. tastes change after both surgeries 2. Not everyone dumps after bypass 3. Some people dump after sleeve 4. Bypass would help long term in not absorbing all the calories from sweets 5. But, because of 2+4, bypass people might get too comfortable continuing to eat sweets...leading to weight gain. These are confounding generalities... But, as for you, specifically, are you diabetic or prediabetic? Have you always had a sweet tooth, or has it gotten worse? I never had a huge sweet tooth until I became prediabetic. The condition changed my cravings.. And, do you have heartburn, acid reflux, GERD? Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Taste buds change, but I don't know if anyone knows WHY exactly. I suspect it is hormonal (like pregnant women can smell odors 10x stronger). In addition, try water at different temperatures, try different brands from the store (there are huge differences in taste!). Hopefully something will click. Good luck! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

I think everyone has abdominal pain after surgery. As always, ask your doc about any concerns. You should have been given discharge instructions for what to watch out for. Agonizing pain, fever (above 102f), fainting, uncontrollable nausea/vomiting, etc. warrants an ER visit. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Cindy, the best way to improve your singing voice is practice! Sing as much as you can, and you WILL get better! Heavier people tend to have deeper pitched voices than lighter people. So... lose weight, and your voice might sound a bit higher pitched I think it is to do with the amount of flesh in and around the throat. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Oops.. demitasse... spelling isn't my strength Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

The above posters are spot on. As for cleaning your plate, try to figure out how much food (or drink) you are able to (or should) consume at meal time. Only put that much in your dish. Get tiny dishes and silverware.... you will be using them for a long time. They make flatware that isn't infantile/plastic coated (look up dematasse on Amazon). You've got this! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

It may be a joint issue that has nothing to do with the surgery (especially if it is swollen). Maybe try to get an xray or something. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

If a bariatric patient is planning a pregnancy, she needs to wait the 18 months for herself and the baby. After her weight has stabilized, there will be more energy and nourishment that can go to the baby and it will be a safer start for him/her. That said, early pregnancy is not unheard of, but the mother needs to be seen by a high risk obstetrician, and she should be prepared to put herself 2nd for the duration of the pregnancy. That means she gives up her weight loss goals. Remember, the first year after the surgery is a special, once in a lifetime, opportunity. A pregnancy in the middle of it is severely unfortunate. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Congrats on the weight loss! I assume part of that was preop! What is your concern with protein? Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Reminds me of my pcp's scale, except it weighs about 8lbs light! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Love it! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

I have 3 teenagers at home. I worry about how complications would affect them. But, I bounce back to looking at the people around me (weight-related depression, job insecurity, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, dementia, neuropathy, retinopathy, sepsis, pulmonary ebolism...) and I see my own future. I have just started blood pressure medication and am prediabetic. And I realize that I need to do something NOW. If all goes well, I'll be a BETTER parent. If it doesn't, well, at least they saw me TRY to better myself. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

When I was in middle school, we were admiring an opera singer's voice. Our music instructor said we'd need to gain about 200lbs to be able to sound like that. Well, I showed him! (Gained the weight, but still don't sound like her!) HA! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

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What does your diet look like? Surgeons do differ wildly in the type of diets they recommend. Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Be sure to stick to your diet and take your acid reducers. Maybe try to distract yourself... start a crossword puzzle or something to take your mind off baby tummy. (I swear these tummies are like real babies. Some are easy-peasy, not a moments trouble.....others cry nonstop!). Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

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Concentrate on your protein, water, and vitamins. Count your carbs. No more than 50 a day (of course run this by your nutritionist!). Stay off the scale! Congrats, and good luck! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

If you go with Dr. Illan, you need to plan to be away from the family for about 7 days. 2 travel, 2 in hospital, and 2 in hotel before going home. I threw an extra in there for good measure. Be sure to do your due diligence for what the surgery entails. It is a big deal, not to be undertaken lightly. This message board is a font of information. Good luck! Sent from my SM-N920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Continue following your post op diet. Protein is just as important while sick as when not sick! Your Vitamins will help keep your immune system up. Orange juice won't save you (especially by its self). The acidity may be doing a number on your tummy. sleep, set alarms to tell you when to eat. Drink drink drink.

How frustrating! Here's rooting for ya!

You'll do great!