Emilia DD

Hiya all, I'm so happy to be on the other side, finally sleeved 4.29. Im curious if my experience so far is within normal.
My surgeon used staples to ensure patients would come to week follow up. I'm pretty sore, but just on the incision to the right on my abd. I'm wearing a binder but when I stand up it feels like my guts will come out. I still need full help standing up. I cant fully stand upright bc of pain. Every sip of room temp Water makes my stomach clench and spasm. I've had a low grade temp today 99.5 with a massive headache. food smells are toooo much. Tried to sip Gatorade zero and it was to sweet. Sipped a little warm Bone Broth, that seems to be ok.
I also had a moment where I had all these thoughts about being a failure, having to cut out parts of me to stop eating. Got really down on myself.
Please someone tell me this is all normal.
And thank you for listening. This place has been wonderful for support and info.
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Havent been on here for a while, have been on life routine and enjoying the new me! Came to update, help motivate and stay focused.
Current weight 197lbs from 298lbs bfore sleeve surgery. Surgery date:8/16/18
Very happy! And still working on my journey!

You are such a inspiration. Thank you for your sharing and good luck in the future

You are such a inspiration. Thank you for your sharing and good luck in the future

As of today's weigh in, I weigh exactly half of what I weighed when I began this journey! I've lost exactly 50% of my starting weight, and I've lost almost 85% of my excess weight! So glad I did this!

I was advised to start off with egg beaters (basically egg whites in disguise) vs. whole eggs because they are easier to digest.

Cottage cheese
tuna (I like to get the flavored packets)
Broccoli tots
Chili
Those have been some of my personal favorites which I was able to add back into my diet.
Congrats on reaching this point! It's so exciting!

These sound GREAT! Thanks FluffyChix especially the the scrambled eggs! ..did I read that right, refried pumpkin w/ stewed chicken in gravy???? I guess I wound be willing to try it.

chicken salad, tuna salad (used 2% cottage cheese + dijon to replace the mayo in it)
green bean casserole (healthier) with canned chicken
canned chicken or stewed dark meat chicken with jarred brown gravy and mashed cauliflower and green Beans
chili (bland) made with turkey
canned refried pumpkin with stewed chicken in gravy
baked fish (foil packet fish -- very soft)
soft scrambled eggs with Grk yogurt stirred in at the end with chives and herbs
yogurt/2% cottage cheese mixed with pb powder and topped with Walden Farm Zero Cal Blueberry Syrup or with applesauce or canned splenda peaches
broccoli casserole made with caulirice
pretty much repeated those same ones till i moved on.

Ricotta bake. Everyone seems to have a variation of this during this stage. I also had white or pink Beans cooked very tender.
Enjoy the new food phase!

Not sure if your program allows beans...but vegetarian refried Beans (lower in fat) with red enchilada sauce and cheese melted in. My fave soft food stage meal! Also Soups were great...I tolerated split pea and broccoli cheese well.

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And things usually work out if you're patient and wait for it to happen. I worried I would never lose weight but I am losing still 2-3 pounds a week. I thought my clothing size would never change and it has. But the best of it all, I now weigh much less than TOMKITTEN, my son. I am thrilled , he is disgruntled, thinks the next time we see PCP, he will be the one growled and grilled upon.
Oh well,,Karma is a female dog,🐶 isn't she?

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You did all the right things, took all precautions and actions you should have.
BRAVO!🎇🎇🎇
Sometimes people don't take symptoms seriously or act too slowly. You did not. Since your Surgeon and ER docs ruled things out and gave you a plan they believe, so try to follow it.
It is likely still swelling from major surgery. Conversion from a band can be tricky I have read because of the levels of erosion and scar tissue that may be present.
Your healing may be slow but you seem to have a team that cares and that can make a difference in how you feel about your progress month to month.
Congrats on a successful surgery. Get well soon. Stay in touch with your team and try new foods on their schedule for you.
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Hello,
Long story short, I had the band to sleeve conversion on 02/18/19. All went well and then last week Monday two week check up and again all ok. Then Tuesday I had a hard time breathing and chest pains. Dr told me to go to the ER to rule out blood clots, etc, all checked out ok. My Surgeon on Thursday bumped up my Prilosec to x2 a day since I didn't feel much better by Thursday. It has helped a bit but still have a bit of the tightness and breathing issues. I am scared to eat, that making eating it will make it worst but having soft foods for the most part. Not sure if stomach is still healing/swollen. Someone said it can take up to four to six week for the Prilosec to take full effect.
I guess I'm just wondering will it get better or is this my new normal? I am having some regrets on what I did even though at this point I cant change it. I have never had anxiety in my life but since Wednesday I think I have it in overdrive . I just don't know where to go at this point.
Any thoughts or ideas would be helpful at this point.

Hope ur doing good. Had mine this morning so far so good [emoji4]

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I had surgery on Thursday, went home on Friday. Getting enough liquids was a struggle. I’ve always been a Water drinker, but since surgery it tastes like metal. Now I’m drinking 4oz of broth an hour. I’m going to try to drink some shake again tonight. Overall I feel good. The nausea is almost gone, as is the gas. Like you guys, I’m really interested to see what my weight loss will look like.

I hope everyone is doing great post op. Mine was April 23, 2019. Today is April 27 and I am 16 pounds down. Pain is gone, no nausea. Sometimes a little discomfort when drinking broth. I am not feeling any hunger. However, I am very tired and sleepy alot. Maybe it due to the low calories. Tomorrow I start the Protein Shakes.
When is everyone returning to work? I was told I can return Tuesday the 30th.
Good luck to all of you and enjoy your start to a new and better life!

My surgery is May 2 and I went the absolutely the other way. I started a website and blogs about the surgery and how my life is changing and what I'm learning in this process. It has been very affirming and therapeutic, but I'm also laying it out there and cutting off the nay-sayers at the pass. I know this is excessive for some people, but it is working for me.
www.itsaneducation.weebly.com

Thanks! I am trying to provide education to those who aren't supportive, but like I heard from a physician that specializes in obesity management, weight loss surgery is a lot like politics. You can find tons of supporting information in favor of or against weight loss surgery, and when someone picks a side it is nearly impossible to change their opinion. I am still very confident in my decision, and looking forward to a new life with something (my new stomach) always there to keep me accountable.

Hi.
I am having the VSG this month. I have not 'screamed it from the rooftops' but most people know what I am doing. I have had more negativity than positivity. I ignore the negativity. The fact is that most people are afraid to see others succeed because the 'world' has taught us that 'more is better' and if someone succeeds, they somehow we 'lose' something, they fear 'lack'. However, this world is plentiful and there is room for everyone to succeed. So I ignore it and go about my business because 'they' are not me. Hope this helps. (I will probably need my own advice, again) lol
Teri

I did after my surgery too. I was sad, angry, I even thought, "why did I do this?" too. I realized after I started eating real food again, my body adjusted and my taste buds changed. And continue to change even now(6m post op) I can't most stomach fast foods, it taste funny even tho it smells great. Restaurants I use to love, I find the foods aren't as good either. ... I'm finding my home cooked foods and meal preps are everything now and I really enjoy them.

I hope that you will find the balance that is right for you too. Until then, maybe pack your drinks, soft foods you do enjoy everywhere you go.

Thanks for the encouragement! I just feel like I'm being ridiculous but at the same time I know I'll calm down lol

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1/2 cup = 4 oz.

Hey, everyone!
I am now 5 days post op and I am feeling very weak. I am trying to drink Water, but I am so afraid of overdrinking. I also realized that drinking Protein Shakes makes me feel ill. I get a major case of the stomach rumbles. Is that normal?
Every single time I drink anything, I also get pain in my chest. I am full of gas and it won't come out D': Drinking just causes pressure and pain. I don't remember anyone else mentioning this. Is this normal?
How have you differentiated between gas and heartburn? I'm so lost and I feel terrible.

I had pain in my chest eating and drinking the first month. It passed and I'm too months post-op now. It gets better!