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I had surgery 7/13 and now have developed circular dry patches on my legs, arms, hips. I do take vitamins, biotin, and drink my water. Has anyone else had skin issues like this?

Right after surgery I weighed and measured everything to make sure that I was getting the correct amounts. After I learned what those amounts looked like on a plate I moved more to intuitive eating. Before I take my first bite I make a plan in my head how much I'm going to eat and also try to pace myself slowly if I'm eating with other people at the table.

My hair started really falling out around 3-4 months. I had really thick hair, so no one has noticed. I asked my surgeon about Biotin, and he basically said it's like throwing money out the window. He said to make sure I get my protein in and take my vitamins. I was definitely freaking out for a while when it started, but it seems to have stopped now.

Don't even mention having a procedure. Start talking now about switching to a keto diet (Your future diet will match that story. Also mention going to the gym or starting some exercise program. That's what I did, and no one questions me.

Follow the mean plan given to you by your doctors. Don't try to progress faster than the approved food timeline. You will get back to eating regular food eventually.

For me, I walked around a LOT to break up any gas pain. I would guess that is what you are experiencing.

What vitamins/supplements are you all taking? My doctor only has me taking a multivitamin and calcium. I'm taking Biotin because I thought it might prevent some hair loss (it didn't) 😕

You won't croak, but will feel better if you stay hydrated. I mix it up with Crystal Lite, Diet Iced tea, etc.

Miralax once a week if needed helps me

I take Zomig, which is a nasal spray.

I'm not even allowed to have pasta until 6 months after surgery. I'm pretty sure there's a good reason why that is. Lean protein and veggies is my diet 7 weeks post op.

In anticipation of this happening, I just got some bangs cut to help camouflage my hairline.

You're weak and dizzy because your calorie intake is way lower than you're used to. Your stomach is swollen from surgery still. Each day will get easier, just try to remember to take tiny sips throughout the day so you stay hydrated.

I had my surgery 7/12, and have lost 38lbs since my pre-op diet. Eating is going fine, struggling to get all the water in. I just bought some jeans 2 sizes down from what I was wearing pre-surgery.

When I stand up, I feel a bit dizzy. Not like pass out dizzy, just like it gets a bit dark. It sounds terrible when I say that. Anyone else having that experience?

UPDATE: My doctor said that my BP is perfect, and most likely he said this feeling was my body responding to a lower blood volume due to weight loss. He also said to make sure that I reach my water goals (which I do).

You really should check with your doctor, because many doctor's have different plans post-op. My doctor recommends 80g of protein per day, and the largest amount to take at any time is 4oz. Soup was not part of my choices, except a tiny bit right after surgery. And yes, everything needed to be liquid or very mush like scrambled eggs.

Wow, yeah. Just took my bp and it was 116/66

I have a friend with the sleeve whose nose runs when she's full.

You feel low on energy because your calorie intake is far lower than you're used to consuming. Make sure that you are getting your protein intake that your dr recommended. I'd skip the broth and substitute something with protein. If you're drinking liquids slowly you probably won't get the full feeling because it's moving through your pouch. Doesn't sound like anything is wrong. The more you heal, it's easier to drink liquids without feeling that strange stomach feeling.

I had surgery on 7/12 and I haven't been able to reach my water goals yet either. Since before surgery, I've been reminding myself that this is a process, and eventually I'll be able to eat the foods I like (just not in the same amount as before surgery). Also, my doctor had me on the soft food stage immediately after coming home from surgery which makes me feel much more satisfied. I'd suggest looking up some interesting recipes for when you move to that stage. Enjoying your new meals that taste good definitely make you feel happier about the decision.

I had surgery the same day as you and was eating soft proteins (ricotta cheese, eggs, ground turkey) from the first day that I got home from the hospital. It seems different surgeons have different guidelines.