cici88

Thank so much folks, really appreciate the support here!!
Now that I've had a day or two to think it over, I'm determined to go ahead with this. I've done my research, I've spoken with the surgeon, I've spent 2 years making sure I know I'm making the right decision. It's time to take action. I get that my friend comes from a place of concern, but I know what I'm doing and I know what's best for me.
T minus 11 days to go! Getting excited now 🥳

So I am all booked for a gastric sleeve abroad, self funded, on 29th December. I've told 2 people, one of my sisters and tonight I told a friend. Big mistake!
This friend has family members who have had sleeve surgery. But their initial reaction was to tell me about morbidity rates and how the country I was choosing was a bad one.
It was so upsetting to have them launch into this spiel without asking a single question. Not asking how I chose my surgeon, not asking what made me decide to go through with the surgery, nothing...just a warning to think twice about it.
They then tried to ask me when I was having it and I told them I wouldn't be discussing it further with them . As if it wasn't nerve racking enough to make this huge life decisions...a close friend having that kind of reaction is just so upsetting. Questioning myself entirely, now!!

Lol the calorie deficit is going to my head, it seems! Sorry for the confusion [emoji16]

Long story short, had my first dumping episode and it suuuuuuucked. Thanks to soy milk! I'm so hesitant with fluids other than Water since, but decided to try a cup a Soup tonight for a savoury flavour. Pray for me that it goes well [emoji1787]

How is everyone else doing? I'm definitely having the 'head hunger' creep in. I'm lucky to live alone So I Don't have to prep food for anyone else. I can't imagine how tough it is for folks making meals for others!

Every time I pass/smell food I kind of have a little pang, but I can get over it. It's not forever, just for now. I was visiting a friend today, and when they brought out bread sticks and cream cheese to snack on - I instinctively thought to grab one. I didn't, of course, but it was crazy how quick that thought came and over rode my logic! This stuff runs deep in the subconscious, I guess [emoji849]

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I threw CiCi off because I double posted a post in a new topic in a separate forum. https://www.bariatricpal.com/index.php?/topic/442800-MeThreeSixty,-Baritastic,-or-other-helpful-apps

How are the rest of you doing on recovery? 600 calories doesn't feel like enough now toward the end of the night. I feel hungry and I haven't gone back to work yet.

I actually got 75g of Protein yesterday, but 635 calories and my tummy was hungry with pangs last night.

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Oh, Cici, you poor thing. I empathize with you so much. I had a dumping episode tonight that was maybe only 20% of yours. I didn't have any sugar-free hot chocolate and thought I would sub with a no-sugar added fudgsicle, which is a horrible choice in case you were wondering!

My stomach is cramping so bad, and it feels like I'm going to have the dumps but I can't get it out. I guess we will just have to experience small episodes of dumping to remind us that we have sensitive boundaries.

I hope you'll be able to try soy milk, again in a few weeks and tolerate it better. I'm so sorry. Sending you well wishes, my friend!

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Kim this is so cool! I'm definitely going to try this out.

So you guys, I had my first dumping incident this morning and I'm shook. It was so, so horrible. I woke up at 2.30 am with stabbing pains in my stomach, sweating profusely, extreme weakness and retching. I actually thought my pouch had burst and I was going to need an ambulance, the pain was that bad!

Thankfully it passed almost immediately once I went to the toilet, but man that was scary stuff!
The culprit was the soy milk I mixed my Protein Shake with, since it's all I had within 4 hours of the episode. It's the only thing I've done differently. I thought dairy alternatives would be fine and picked soy because it's so high in Protein. I had 200ml. The fact it caused me that much pain means I'll never gamble on skipping ahead in the food stages, anyway [emoji23]

An inconvenient lesson, but not one I'll forget!!!

I'm also not allowed coffee during the liquid phase, but wonder if it will taste ok, reading the thread!

Hope everyone is doing great [emoji3590]

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Kim this is so cool! I'm definitely going to try this out.

So you guys, I had my first dumping incident this morning and I'm shook. It was so, so horrible. I woke up at 2.30 am with stabbing pains in my stomach, sweating profusely, extreme weakness and retching. I actually thought my pouch had burst and I was going to need an ambulance, the pain was that bad!

Thankfully it passed almost immediately once I went to the toilet, but man that was scary stuff!
The culprit was the soy milk I mixed my Protein Shake with, since it's all I had within 4 hours of the episode. It's the only thing I've done differently. I thought dairy alternatives would be fine and picked soy because it's so high in Protein. I had 200ml. The fact it caused me that much pain means I'll never gamble on skipping ahead in the food stages, anyway [emoji23]

An inconvenient lesson, but not one I'll forget!!!

I'm also not allowed coffee during the liquid phase, but wonder if it will taste ok, reading the thread!

Hope everyone is doing great [emoji3590]

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Amazing news, thrilled for you Lisa 🥳

I am out of surgery and in my room. I feel better than expected. Thank goodness.

Yay!

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Just wanted to pop on and say Happy Holidays to my December surgery pals! I will probably be distracted with silly season over the next 2 days, as we all probably will! but will come back online asap 💕

Just wanted to pop on and say Happy Holidays to my December surgery pals! I will probably be distracted with silly season over the next 2 days, as we all probably will! but will come back online asap 💕

My vsg was 12-19 and I am currently in the full liquid phase of the post op diet. The Protein Shakes fill me up so much that I can barely finish them and I use Protein Gatorade zero and Water to help with hydration. I haven't had any complications and I am truly grateful about that. I am also following my Dr's instructions completely but I'm nervous about the next stage because I get full so quickly after liquids alone.

Best wishes for a safe surgery and recovery!

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I have been unable to reach Tech Support to figure out my login issues and I prefer to use the app, so I am switching to a different username and account: Kimpossible00. I'll connect with you all under that account. Just know that it's still me.

Oh good point! Yes let's DM a bit to keep in touch.
I just got the pre op info today, with the liver reduction diet and the food stages...I am feeling like it hasn't really sunk in how life will look after this surgery. Trying to get my head in gear so that I'm not totally shocked by all the changes.
Is anyone working with a dietitian after surgery? I have access to an online nutritionist, but would probably like to work with someone who has experience with bariatric patients.

Oh good point! Yes let's DM a bit to keep in touch.
I just got the pre op info today, with the liver reduction diet and the food stages...I am feeling like it hasn't really sunk in how life will look after this surgery. Trying to get my head in gear so that I'm not totally shocked by all the changes.
Is anyone working with a dietitian after surgery? I have access to an online nutritionist, but would probably like to work with someone who has experience with bariatric patients.

No, I'm travelling alone! My family can't travel with me over the hols, but it's the only time I can take off for the surgery, so needs must. I am using a Medical Tourism operator, though, so I'll have transfers sorted and will have a patient care coordinator checking on me a few times a day.

That is brill that you have an early surgery. I'm getting so excited, now!

No, I'm travelling alone! My family can't travel with me over the hols, but it's the only time I can take off for the surgery, so needs must. I am using a Medical Tourism operator, though, so I'll have transfers sorted and will have a patient care coordinator checking on me a few times a day.

That is brill that you have an early surgery. I'm getting so excited, now!

Oh good point! Yes let's DM a bit to keep in touch.
I just got the pre op info today, with the liver reduction diet and the food stages...I am feeling like it hasn't really sunk in how life will look after this surgery. Trying to get my head in gear so that I'm not totally shocked by all the changes.
Is anyone working with a dietitian after surgery? I have access to an online nutritionist, but would probably like to work with someone who has experience with bariatric patients.

Thank so much folks, really appreciate the support here!!
Now that I've had a day or two to think it over, I'm determined to go ahead with this. I've done my research, I've spoken with the surgeon, I've spent 2 years making sure I know I'm making the right decision. It's time to take action. I get that my friend comes from a place of concern, but I know what I'm doing and I know what's best for me.
T minus 11 days to go! Getting excited now 🥳

So I am all booked for a gastric sleeve abroad, self funded, on 29th December. I've told 2 people, one of my sisters and tonight I told a friend. Big mistake!
This friend has family members who have had sleeve surgery. But their initial reaction was to tell me about morbidity rates and how the country I was choosing was a bad one.
It was so upsetting to have them launch into this spiel without asking a single question. Not asking how I chose my surgeon, not asking what made me decide to go through with the surgery, nothing...just a warning to think twice about it.
They then tried to ask me when I was having it and I told them I wouldn't be discussing it further with them . As if it wasn't nerve racking enough to make this huge life decisions...a close friend having that kind of reaction is just so upsetting. Questioning myself entirely, now!!

Oh amazing! 😁 Glad to find a surgery twin.
I'm having a sleeve. Hopefully keyhole, but I might need open, due to some scar tissue from a surgery when I was born. Im terrified of waking up and hearing they couldn't perform the procedure, so a bit nervous!
Im traveling around 4 hours away. I have to take a connecting flight, which isn't ideal but had to be done. How about you, how far will you be traveling?

I totally agree on the shakes, I find them really tough to drink! Glad you've been able to find a solution with the Soup and Isopure.
I'm nervous, too. I've not had a surgery either. I keep telling myself they do this every day, though. I really hope recover goes well for us, too! I'll be alone in hospital for 3 nights and then in a hotel for 2, so I'll try to come on here and update, too.
I'm not sure what time of day the surgery will be, I hope early so I don't have to wait around much! Did you get a time?

Good morning, Cici. I have found that making Soups, straining them, and adding the Isopure unflavored Protein is saving me. Mostly I've done from scratch cream soups (last night was carrot) but I have done canned chicken noodle (strained) with protein, as well. I have tried almost all the sweet Protein Shakes available to me locally and don't like any of them. So, that is disappointing. If I Water them down or add some almond milk, they are better. Two days until I switch to clear liquid only!

I'm super nervous! I've never had surgery of any kind before so the unknown is freaking me out a little.

I hope recovery is easy for all of us and we meet our goals! I will try my best to get on here and give you an update after my surgery but before yours! Do you have a time set, yet?

Anyone mad like me & scheduled at the end of the month? Mine is happening 12/29, all going well!
Seems a strange time to put it, but I'm single & live alone. I usually spend the holidays feeling a little down, as all of my family/friends are coupled off & hibernating together. But this year I'm excited to use my time off to do something to change my life for the better.
I'm a little scared about travelling alone, but it won't be my first time by any means, so it's more the hospital stay that concerns me. Hoping I can meet some friendly folks doing our 'laps' around the wards 😁

Lisa how are you doing with the pre op? Hope you found something a bit more savoury to enjoy a little!
Just a few days to go! Are you getting excited? 😁 I am SO ready to be in recovery mode, already. The waiting is hard, my heart goes out to folks who are waiting months and years!!! ❤️