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What would you like to know specifically? The surgery process? Post-op pain? Eating after VSG?

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I eat a low calorie protein bar when I get the munchies. It keeps me full for a long time (usually until the munchies go away)

I smoke daily and consume edibles every other week. Never had any issues besides increased head hunger. (I normally solve that by just snacking on a low cal protein bar after smoking). I have noticed that edibles hit me a lot harder now, too. A little too euphoric for my taste. My surgeon only asked me not to smoke for a couple of weeks after surgery because smoking can increase the chances of blood clots. Plus you don't really want to end up having a coughing fit after having stomach surgery. Not fun at all.

It took me about 3 weeks to finally feel like I could drink something without the intense pressure pain in my chest. Surgeon said it was from the gas and the swelling of my stomach. Oddly enough, using a straw helped with my pain. They say straws can cause more air to be in your stomach, but I haven't had that issue! (I'm not a doctor, but that's just what worked for me!)

Yeah! Measurements will be your best friend in this process. Sometimes I feel like I'm not losing weight fast enough, but I went into surgery wearing a size 20-22 and I wear a size 12-14 now. and it's only been 3 months. The number on the scale can only show you some much! There are much better ways to see the progress you've made good luck!!!

I agree with Tealael. Sometimes we need to go back to basics, and that also includes going back to seeing your dietician/therapist. Life can get hectic, but we still need to make time for our health. Easier said than done, of course!

I had one but they removed it before I woke up. I did get a UTI though. You could just ask your surgeon about it when they come in to see you before going into the operating room. I made it very clear I didn't want to wake up with a catheter in me!

My first week out from surgery, I lost 8lbs. Mostly fluid. Then didn't lose a single pound for 3 weeks. You just had surgery and your body is trying to adjust to everything. I'm now almost 3 months post-op and down 35lbs. It takes time, but it'll work. Stop weighing yourself and keep your stress down. It's easy to get obsessed when you want instant gratification.

I had that too for the first 2 weeks after surgery. I think you just have to wait it out It gets better though when the swelling in your stomach goes down!

Congrats on getting your surgery date! You're gonna do great!

During my Psych evaluation I was asked about my home life and if I had a support system; and I was also asked about my mental health, if I understand that the surgery is just a tool and not a cure-all. I struggle with depression but I passed my psych evaluation. I think it's because even though I have depression, I expressed my understanding about what the surgery does and that I had a great support system. It's normal to feel like you don't have answers, the doctor you work with should be patient and give you time to answer their questions good luck!