Monica.3.31.21

You are not alone. I felt the exact same way before I had my gastric bypass. Worried about loose skin and flabby arms. I actually felt a bit of comfort and security in my fluffiness. I'm only a month out from surgery but I envisioned myself getting a trainer and toning, strengthening, and building muscle (I have never been fit but always saw myself as that person). I think what helped me is the fact that I won't have the lower back/hip pain and other issues that stood in my way. Like you I don't know how I'll be able to afford plastic surgery but I have definitely made it a goal to save towards down the line. One of my friends told me you have to love and accept your body at every stage. I know the changes may be hard at first but with acceptance and patience, we'll get through it.

Thank you. I'll keep following up with him.

@catwoman7 I had the RNY

March 31st

Just joined and I am so glad I found this topic. It sounds like exactly what's been going on with me. Which is comforting to know that I'm not alone. My doctor also prescribed Nexium and Sucralfate to help with the issue. Also waiting on results from a ct scan. I have thrown up every single day since last week. Barely getting fluids in. Dehydrated. Depressed. I'm afraid to move to solid foods so I've been sticking to pureed/soft foods. That's when I can eat anything. I did discover this week that drinking water out of a cup/glass with ice works a lot better for me than drinking from a bottle. I had surgery March 31st and I feel like I have had issues ever since but everyone I've spoken to swears it will get better.