fitnessRN19

Sleeved 12/20. I went back to work last thurs and seriously underestimated how tired I would be. I’m a nurse and I’m exhausted at the end of the day. I’ve been stalled on weight the last week but down 25 since surgery.

Sleeved 12/20 and down 21.5 post op. Stalled though as scale hasn’t moved in a week 😬😬

Sleeved on 12/20. I go back to work this week, a little nervous about that. Feeling okay on soft foods, but really miss things like lettuce. I’m down 21.5 lbs post op. The scale hasn’t moved in a week though which is frustrating. Definitely focusing on my fluids because I get dizzy spells if I only get the minimum in

On 01/20/2020 at 00:41, CheerfulLoser said:

FitnessRN, how are you feeling today? Where you able to get a bit more hydration in today, and if so, are you feeling better?

I’m doing better. I spent Sunday really focusing on my hydration. I added drinking Gatorade and it seemed to help. I see my surgeon Wednesday so I’m definitely going to talk to him about it.

Anyone else having dizzy spells? I was sleeved 12/20 and started having them the last week

If you were dehydrated how did you know you needed fluids? I’m 4 weeks post sleeve as of yesterday. I’ve felt like crap all afternoon. Dizzy, seeing spots off and on, and it’s weird to describe but it’s like my whole body is pulsating with each heart beat. Anyone else feel like this?

Ended up back at his office yesterday. It’s definitely an allergic reaction from the glue. Steroids for a week. 😢 So I asked about being really tired and occasionally dizzy. He said my body is getting used to less intake and the rapid weight loss. I’m down 20lbs as of today. They like a weight loss of at least 15 in first month so he said I’m an overachiever lol . All in all he was pleased with my progress

On 01/04/2020 at 12:53, CheerfulLoser said:

Itching is also caused by pain medicines.

Don’t think it’s that. I haven’t taken anything besides Motrin/Tylenol since day 2

@kaylow42 I Did end up allergic to the glue. I finally got that under control and then everywhere began to itch 🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️ it’s better today thankfully. I did Benadryl around the clock yesterday

Any one else itchy post op? I was sleeved 12/20 and I’m so so itchy the last couple days

How soon after the sleeve did you have to poo?? I’m day 3 post op, I’ve only had Water, popsicles and Bone Broth and don’t even have an urge to go

Ugh I think my nerve block wore off :( much more pain than last night. Here’s to hoping my pills work soon

I had the gastric sleeve yesterday. They started me on clears this morning. Did anyone else have a pressure sensation when starting to drink?

On 12/20/2019 at 22:42, JB1 said:

@fitnessRN19 Congratulations, glad you are doing great! Best of luck when you get home. I hope I do as well Monday. Hearing of how well everyone is doing post op gives me hope that mine will be tolerable and I'll be able to return to work quickly.

Thank you!!! Good luck Monday! Definitely keep up on the pain medication. The worst part is turning to get out of bed. You don’t realize how much you use your core just to bend your legs lol. You’ve got this!!! Walking is honestly what feels best for me rather than lying in bed.

I did it!! Sleeve is done! Pain and nausea are under control. Been on the floor 3 hours and have been up to the bathroom twice and done 5 laps around the unit, which seemed to surprise the surgical resident doing her night shift rounds. It’s been an interesting day to say the least. I am super grateful for my wonderful husband for being so supportive and helpful in my decision to have a healthier life. Now time to rest a while!!! Thank you everyone for your positive thoughts and prayers!!!

Thanks everyone!!! 

On 12/20/2019 at 11:07, JRT Mom said:

Wow lots of people giving themselves the greatest Christmas present--the gift of health! Good luck, y'all-you got this!🎀🎀🎀

Yes! That’s how I’m looking at it!! Merry Christmas to me!

Update: Pain and nausea are under control. Been on the floor 3 hours and have been up to the bathroom twice and done 5 laps around the unit, which seemed to surprise the surgical resident doing her night shift rounds. It’s been an interesting day to say the least. I am super grateful for my wonderful husband for being so supportive and helpful in my decision to have a healthier life. Now time to rest a while!!! Thank you everyone for your positive thoughts and prayers!!!

I have my sleeve tomorrow at 11! I report at 9am! Anyone else tomorrow??? I’m now feeling super nervous!!

My surgery is Friday at 1!! Getting super nervous! I’m super excited for the changes after though