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Dcsjoc

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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    Dcsjoc reacted to gabbykittyvsg in March 2022 Surgery Buddies   
    I had my revision surgery March 1st, went home on the 3rd and went back on the 5th thanks to a bowel obstruction. I'm one of the rare people who experience a bad reaction. We're hoping steroids and time will take away the swelling that's causing the obstruction.

    Pay attention to the warning signs they tell you. My surgeon gave me a big magnet with instructions of what to do. I did just that and called the on call surgeon, who sent me to the ER and ordered a CT scan.

    On the plus side, no more GERD!

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    Dcsjoc reacted to MissT25 in January sleevers   
    I usually have between 600 and 700, maybe 800 calories if I eat some fruit. 380 calories are from 2 shakes and the yogurt. That ensures I'm getting plenty of Protein and 1/3 of my liquids, then leaves 100-200 for each meal, which is plenty, and then I can have some fruit here and there.
    I forgot to mention earlier that last night I had 1/2 chicken taco and it was the best thing ever. 1/2 low carb tortilla = 25 cal, 2oz shredded chicken = 60 cal, 2 tbs of refried Beans = 30 cal, a little taco sauce = 10 cal, and 1/4 bag of Quest Protein chips = 30 cal. What was nice about this meal was that it kept me feeling full for longer than other meals I had been eating and I just felt very satisfied. Almost "normal." 🙂
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    Dcsjoc reacted to learn2cook in Acid Reflux   
    I had a mysterious chest pain like that, and it felt worse when I was stressed. I went for that x-ray thing where you drink chalky barium drink and stand on a machine while you drink. Then the machine turns you vertically then upside down and they keep asking you to drink. There was a giant hiatal hernia!

    It was fixed during my bypass surgery. My quality of life is so much better now. I hope you find something fixable too!
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from LilaNicole20 in March 2022 Surgery Buddies   
    Fairlife Protein Shakes are the best tasking Protein shakes ever. 30g protein only 150 calories. Good luck.
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from FarfelDiego in My experience… sleeved on 1/22/22   
    Today is first day I didn’t have a loss on the scale. Actually put 1/2 lb on 252!!!! As I’m reading this, I’m getting ready to go walk at gym. I had my 11.5 oz fairlife chocolate Protein Shake for Breakfast. Water while walking. 1 cup of tomatoe vegetable(strained of course) Soup for lunch . More water, Okios pro yogurt for dinner. Hot tea and Jello cup for dessert. I still have 4 week before I head back to work. Loving the process so far, looking forward to phase 3 next week with purée veggies and chopped meat!!
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from fourmonthspreop in February 2022 Surgery Buddies   
    I started week 2 post op. B1 dissolvable, calcium citrate and chewable multi(gross)
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from LilaNicole20 in March 2022 Surgery Buddies   
    Fairlife Protein Shakes are the best tasking Protein shakes ever. 30g protein only 150 calories. Good luck.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to ISBLANCHARD in My experience… sleeved on 1/22/22   
    Had my surgery on February 1, 2022. Still sore and sleeping in a recliner since getting in and out of the bed is too painful. I have not felt any hunger but I still have cravings for all of my favorite food. This is the most challenging part, the mental addiction to food! I have lost 15 pounds since the pre-op diet. I began at 333lbs and I’m currently 318 lbs.
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from Smanky in First time I have felt full   
    After 2 weeks pre op diet and a week and 4 days of Protein Shakes and broth I ventured out and had a cup of Panera broccoli and cheese Soup. First off what a treat with the little pieces of broccoli and carrots. I know I’m supposed to strain the pieces out but I haven’t had any issues getting anything down and the pieces are blended for the most part. Anyway it was delicious and it’s the first time I’ve actually felt full after eating. Im looking forward to finishing the rest of my soup tomorrow at lunch!!!
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    Dcsjoc reacted to MimmyMim in February 2022 Surgery Buddies   
    My surgeon just delivered a bear in honor of my Bariatric surgery. I am hoping to be ready to leave the hospital by 2:30!

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    Dcsjoc reacted to GradyCat in First time I have felt full   
    It's good you enjoyed some "real food." Just be careful as you venture back into real eating. Good luck on your WLS journey.
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from Smanky in First time I have felt full   
    After 2 weeks pre op diet and a week and 4 days of Protein Shakes and broth I ventured out and had a cup of Panera broccoli and cheese Soup. First off what a treat with the little pieces of broccoli and carrots. I know I’m supposed to strain the pieces out but I haven’t had any issues getting anything down and the pieces are blended for the most part. Anyway it was delicious and it’s the first time I’ve actually felt full after eating. Im looking forward to finishing the rest of my soup tomorrow at lunch!!!
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    Dcsjoc reacted to Arabesque in Can’t fart after sleeved surgery   
    For months after my surgery I hardly ever farted. Maybe a little ‘breath’ of one at night. I think the changes to my diet was the reason especially the low carbs & low sugar. I started passing wind a little more often when I was eating more carbs (whole & multi grain). Still don’t fart much, usually just a couple at night but I do pass more wind if I’m constipated.
    Out of curiosity why are you concerned? If it’s because you’re trying to expel surgery gas your burping works too. As does walking & gasX. Remember wind builds as part of the digestive process. If you’re not eating much you’re not digesting much so reduced wind.
    Oh, and I’d be careful trying to make yourself fart after surgery. Diarrhoea is common post surgery & liquid farts are real & not pleasant!
    All the best.
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    Dcsjoc got a reaction from Smanky in First time I have felt full   
    After 2 weeks pre op diet and a week and 4 days of Protein Shakes and broth I ventured out and had a cup of Panera broccoli and cheese Soup. First off what a treat with the little pieces of broccoli and carrots. I know I’m supposed to strain the pieces out but I haven’t had any issues getting anything down and the pieces are blended for the most part. Anyway it was delicious and it’s the first time I’ve actually felt full after eating. Im looking forward to finishing the rest of my soup tomorrow at lunch!!!
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    Dcsjoc reacted to ShoppGirl in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I started with that brand but later searched for something more reasonable price wise. I now take the ProCare Health multivitamin with 45 mg of Iron and a normal calcium citrate pill that is not bariatric. So far my labs are great. I do not need the B12 so far either. I had the sleeve.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to GradyCat in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I started with all chewables through GNC but they're kinda pricey, so I cheaped out and got generic drugstore Vitamins and they sat too hard on my stomach/made me nauseous, so I'm going back to the GNC soft chews next month. I take Vitamin D, a Multi, Vit B12, and Calcium.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to lizonaplane in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I take the pro-care health multi with 45 mg of Iron too. I get nauseous and throw up sometimes after taking (I take at night with a snack). Do you have that problem? Any suggestions?
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    Dcsjoc reacted to ShoppGirl in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I take mine in the morning AFTER I drink a whole Protein Shake and that seems to be enough. But I did throw up once when I wasn’t thinking and I took it before I finished the whole shake. I think it’s definitely a “take with food” sort of thing. Taking it at night is not a bad idea though.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to Queen ApisM in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    The chewable Multivitamins are terrible. Having said that, the Bariatric Advantage ones were way better than the Celebrate ones. I tried to switch to save money but it was bad and I just ate (no pun intended) the cost of getting more of the BA ones because the daily torture was not worth it.
    I switched to a one a day capsule for the multivitamin once I could do so (around month 4) and I have never looked back. I take the Bariatric Advantage Solo with Iron, as well as the BA Calcium (the same kind as you - I agree they taste like Starbursts but find them quite tolerable, esp the strawberry ones).
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    Dcsjoc reacted to vikingbeast in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I also use the ProCare with 45mg Iron. But I have to have it after there's something in my stomach or I get dizzy. I also take D3/K2, B12 (liquid), calcium citrate, and a few other things, but none of them are officially "bariatric" and yet my labs are fantastic.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to Sleeve_Me_Alone in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    ProCare Health one a day capsules w 18mg of Iron, and their calcium chews and dark chocolate bars. I absolutely could not stomach the chalky, chewable vitamins post-op, so I stitched to the capsules and haven't had any trouble with them. I don't take any additional B Vitamins or other supplements, and all of my labs have been perfect so far. I generally take my multi in the morning after Breakfast, and calciums after lunch & dinner.
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    Dcsjoc reacted to STLoser in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I take ProCare Health also. I love them!

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    Dcsjoc reacted to STLoser in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I should add I take the one with 45mg Iron.

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    Dcsjoc reacted to STLoser in What vitamins is everyone taking?   
    I found that all the chewable ones were disgusting to me, especially soon after my surgery. I prefer a pill so the ProCare is perfect and my levels have been great so far.

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    Dcsjoc reacted to jaymecaye in My experience… sleeved on 1/22/22   
    Hello all!

    I definitely am protecting the pouch! The most strenuous thing I’ve had is 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt! :)

    I broke my stall today! I’m now 244.6 with a 2 pound weight loss!! I’m so happy! Definitely thinking the fact that I hit my liquid goal yesterday had to do with the loss. Staying hydrated is super important!

    My meals yesterday…
    20 oz coffee Protein Drink (fairlife coffee flavor with Starbucks blonde cold brew black coffee)
    2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt
    About 4 oz of a creamy puréed chicken bacon potato Soup.
    And lots of water!

    Today I’ll be taking my Christmas tree down. Well- everything but the actual tree due to the weight restriction. Then I’ll go walk at the gym.

    Only today and tomorrow left of my medical leave. Back to work on Saturday night. :)

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