-
Back to work after one week??
Yes I went back after one week could have gone back earlier had very little pain or fatigue and I commute 2 hours each way
-
How painful is gastric sleeve post-op?
I had surgery in April i would say that the pain was a lot less than i imagined. Sure the first fee days were uncomfortable but i never needed any pain pills just a lot of gas X and i know you hear this from everyone but you must mover around
-
August surgery buddies!
Good luck! I had similar stats (5’2 220lbs) had surgery 4/2022 and down 40 lbs feeling great. Best decision ever.
-
-
-
-
-
Telling others
I never told anyone at work what surgery I had just that I was having a “procedure” I’m a private person and I didn’t think it was anyones business.
-
VSG and constipation
I put a 1/2 scoop of Miralax powder in with my morning coffee and it works perfectly.
-
April 2022 Surgery Buddies
Sounds like restriction, and your stomach could still be a little swollen. What if you try eating small amounts but more often? I find that if I eat a small amount I get hungry again in a few hours. Maybe that will help you get in all your protein and calories? How do you do with your vitamins? Can you get them down?
-
April 2022 Surgery Buddies
Hi- I was sleeves 4/19 and I don’t have issues eating or drinking. Do you have restrictions when trying to eat or drink most things? Getting full too quickly or sick? What happens when you have a protein shake?
-
my dinner
That’s good to hear! I’m down 20lbs since my week visit to my dr I haven’t weighed myself since but I can tell I have lost weight so that’s good. But like you said I will just have to be extra careful measuring food portions.
-
my dinner
I’m 3 weeks out also and I can also eat like that with no issues. Like you, fish is on my “soft diet” list and I can take pills, gulp water and other drinks with no problem. I almost wish I had more restrictions eating.
-
-
April 2022 Surgery Buddies
Out of curiosity, are you consuming a lot of sugar free items? I find that for some reason when I do I cannot get rid of bloat.
-
My hell week starts tomorrow (April 26th)
You’re welcome- I found it to be so helpful after surgery.
-
-
My hell week starts tomorrow (April 26th)
Have you tried a heating pad on the area? That helped break up some residual stubborn gas for me.
-
-
My hell week starts tomorrow (April 26th)
Congrats on a successful survey! Now listen to your body and rest!
-
My hell week starts tomorrow (April 26th)
I’m sorry to hear that you are in such pain. I never had any issues swallowing pills or water after surgery so I would have to think maybe you are very swollen. I took homeopathic arnica tabs that dissolved under my mouth before and after surgery (dr approved) to minimize swelling. Hang in there and just rest and it will get better.
-
How long are you missing work?
It’s one month for my surgeons office until the lift restrictions are lifted.
Join BariatricPal free
- Ask your own questions
- Reply and follow topics
- Message other members
- No cost, no spam
Goldengirl321
Gastric Sleeve Patients
-
Joined
-
Last visited