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Hey try Protein chips, there are several types investigate.

Good morning , you can try buying a baby plate that keeps the food warm. I understand your frustration and I like your solution. My son needs gastric surgery but he says the VA has shut down the program since the pandemic, he lives in Virginia. Now I am wondering why he can’t start the program he is close to 400lbs. Sorry for getting off topic.

thanks for any suggestions about who he needs to contact in the VA.

Hi, I am 5 wks RNY post op. Let me start by saying I started this journey in 2009 getting a gastric band. My start weight was 275lbs, I’m 5’3. In 2014 I had a revision to a gastric sleeve because of esophageal distress. I had a hard time getting below 200LBS with both of this procedures. Once I was below 200 I hovered over 185-195. In 2019 I lost more weight and was down to 157lbs. My original goal weight was 175, hoping for 150lbs. In the fall on 2018 I stopped working due to heath issues and I didn’t apply for disability until the spring of 2019. As a result of this dramatic change I became depressed and shut in. Then the pandemic happened , I became more depressed, my weight just went through the roof. Although I still didn’t eat a lot I ate unhealthy. Durning this time you could get anything delivered to your door, I got up to 235lbs. I also began to have severe reflux. I went to see a GI doctor who ran tests and found that my reflux was very severe and my hiatal hernia was back and bigger. I had it fixed with the band surgery in 2009. Gi recommendation was to have a revision to a RNY. I had to go through the process all over again, nutrition, psychology and pre op diet. On March 7th 2023 I had my revision surgery. The surgery went well , it was a little longer due to difficulty repairing my hiatal hernia. Post op I had urine retention, I had to go home with a Foley catheter. That lasted for 3 weeks. So my last start weight was 235lbs, SW 219; now 207lbs. I am not losing any more weight for about two weeks. I am in the mushy/soft stage. I had a hard time at first getting enough fluids in and getting my Protein goals. Protein was a challenge during the next stages because I couldn’t eat or drink a lot. The last week or so I had some foods not go down well, had some vomiting. Also had a problem with either dehydration or hypoglycemia in the morning if I don’t eat or drink something early; can’t wait to 10 or 11am which I am used to. Not a great feeling. Either I am not eating enough protein/food or I need to add exercise to my journey, I did join a gym. I know my weight loss will be slower than most people due to revision but I think I am in that can’t get below 200 funk. I still want to be healthy at 170lbs. The journey continues!!

Good morning, I had my gastric bypass on March 7th, I had a hiatal hernia also. My surgeon did both in same operation. My hernia was also big it was the second time I had a hernia repair with WLS. First time was in 2009 when I had a gastric band it was also done in same surgery. Ask your surgeon why he wants to do it in two surgeries. Good luck

Hey, I had my surgery on March 7th. Everything went well, hiatal hernia wasmain problem during surgery. I had a revision from sleeve to bypass. I m still in hospital because I can't void. Has to get straight cath twice now I have to go home with a foly. 😪😧🤮

Hey, March 7th. I'm having 2nd revision now going to a bypass due to severe reflux

On 2/5/2023 at 5:37 PM, smc124 said:

Stick to your pre-op diet best possible. It might be hard, but after surgery all those cravings go away really quickly. Weight loss feels controlled, stable, and predictable.

The first week I was tired and had discomfort from gas in my body cavity that felt intense but was gone at the end of week. I spent much on the first week in bed resting.

The second week post surgery was my stomach acid week I’d wake up at 5am and feel like I had a belly full of acid. Not super painful, just annoying and that symptom went away at the end of week two. I was back to work and up and about week 2 but sleep early or naps in the afternoon.

Week 3 is when my progress allowed me to move on the soft Proteins. What was most noticeable this week is that occasionally I would get extremely dizzy with the room spinning. I realized this was due to seasonings or Condiments with minimal sugars but the first sugars I had experienced since surgery. Those first 2-3 grams of sugar /food iwould cause my my insulin to over compensate and my blood sugar would drop real low. That happened for about a week and a half 1-2 times a day and then my body adjusted and I haven’t experienced it since. I also experienced a bit of nausea at this time as I tried new foods and learned to slow down eating but never have actually threwup.

I’m two months out now. Only remaining symptom is light fatigue and occasional nausea as a reaction to eating something new or eating to fast. But it’s super tolerable and not as bad as it might sound.

ALL OF THIS TO SAY: some of the initial symptoms may seem miserable or annoying in the moment while your body is adjusting to your surgery, but understand most of them will pass in a week or so they aren’t there for the long term.

Be kind to yourself, allow yourself to rest, and focus on your Protein and hydration above all else. You got this!

Hey how long were you out from work. I m doing a revision, before I was out 6wks. Now I at different job. Maybe 2wks or 3 .

On 2/7/2023 at 1:23 AM, Alleycat20032003 said:

Just got booked today for March 15th. Very excited and also like someone said earlier, it is real now! I had a pre/ post op nutrition class. My last dr appt is 3/7 for a surgery physical. Best wishes everyone! May February go by really quick

Temple University hospital, Philadelphia

My surgery is March 7th. liquid diet first week not maintaining but am during better. This is not my first time . I am getting a revision. Doctor called me yesterday to say I need a colonoscopy before surgery. I did do the home one this summer hopefully that will do. No sure yet. Han an endoscopy in 22 so he didn’t discuss that.

good luck

Hi, I am scheduled for sleeve to bypass in March. I Am doing this because of severe GERD but also I gain over 50 lbs. I had a revision from band to sleeve due to complications with the band. I stopped working in 2018, I was very depressed and I didn’t do anything. Then COVID and the isolation and depression caused me To go from 170 - 235. So basically I’m having surgery for the GERD and I am afraid of this surge. If I had been told about the reflux I probably would’ve had the bypass first.

good Luck

I also am waiting for a decision. I first had a lap band, which damaged my esophagus a little and I also had a hiatal hernia repaired then. I had a revision to a sleeve in 2014 because of my problems with the band. Now I have severe Gerd, just crazy bad. I had reflux before my first surgery due to my hernia. My hiatal hernia has returned and I also have an abdominal hernia. So now I need a bypass for the Gerd although during Covid I gained over 50 lbs. in 2019 I was at 157lbs now I am at 230.

good luck

Yes, I'm a year out and certain foods will cause this, usually high sugar or high fat. Ice cream and buttery foods!!!!

Sorry typing on tablet. I had bilateral knee replacement that summer. I gain back up to 240lb by the time of my revision last summer. My. Band had caused major problems with my esophagus, so I didn't have to wait to get removed. I am now fluctuating between 195lbs and 200lbs and my goal weight is 170lb. Ideal weight 150lb. Weight loss has been very slow, but I work 2nd shift and don't workout as often as I need to. Good luck

I did well, was out from work for 4 weeks. I did have a problem with whey Protein, I could only tolerate soy protein. I. Was able to drink whey protein after my band surgery and before my sleeve. Starting at about 285lbs before the band in 2009, I can down to185lbs at the end of summer 2012. I had bilateral knee re

I'm also a band to sleeve, my weight loss is also slow. Highest banded at 283 in 2009. I came down to 285lbs by the time of my bilateral knee replacement in 2012. I gained back up to 240lb at the time of my sleeve surgery last summer. I am now only fluctuating between 195lbs and 200lbs. So I feel your pain, I also have very slow weight loss. I also think that it would be better if I didn't work second shift and not have a stressful job.

I was out for four weeks, which was fine for me. You have to get used to diet it is a little different from your band diet. Good luck

Hey unbroken 40, some doctors wait so that your stomach can heal. My doctor did it all in one surgery , but he did have issues with getting my stomach to cooperate. My surgeon was to also remove my gallbladder, but opted not to after the issue with stomach. I was glad that he was able to do it all in one surgery. Talk with your surgeon and others.

BLERDgirl, Where are you going to do Zumba???? I do want to try it have to find one.

Kim

Thanks BLERgirl for that helpful information!!!!!!! I am also a vegetarian, have been for 30 yes. Hope to see you at a Saturday meeting soon. I am always available for support. My Dr. Left Temple, weight loss slow just needed more group support. I am on Facebook. Again thanks

Hi all, I live in Philadelphia had my revision surgery at Temple Hospital. There support group meets at an inconvenient time for me. They meet once a month in the evening, I work in the evening and can't get away from my desk to attend. Wondering if anyone knows about a meeting that takes place in the mornings before 2:00pm or the weekend. Philadelphia south Jersey areas.

Thanks Kim

@@LovetoDive and all Hi I am five weeks out still on pureed diet until tomorrow, then mushy to soft foods. I go back to work today and I am terrified that I will stress out at my desk, which makes me eat. I do have a plan and I know I will stick with it. I was also at my moms during my recovery where everything was easy for me to prepare my food. I have brought the tools I need. I live with my aunt and she makes the kitchen non approachable, working on that. Overall I feel great, went to the gym yesterday worked out for an hour, hard to go everyday due to transportation but that will get better. I have lost in all from pre-op until know is 32 lbs. Good luck ????

Hey there there are many WLS food suggestions on Pinterest as well as Blogs like Bariatric foodie and the world according to eggface both have recipes and ideas for all food stages. good luck

Hi I also had my procedure done in one operation, My surgeon also told me that he may have to remove the band and if there was too much scar tissue he would close and wait for my stomach to heal before doing the sleeve. Fortunately he was able to do it in one surgery even though he did run into a issue with my stomach not lying flat for him to do the sleeve. I also had a lot of scar tissue around my port which hurt more than my other surgery sites. I stayed in the hospital an extra day due to dehydration and low blood pressure. I wish my surgeon was doing this surgery 5 yrs ago when I got the band because I would have gotten the sleeve then. I just could not see myself getting a gastric bypass. Good Luck

Hi I too am feeling like I am losing slowly. My mom keeps asking me why I am not losing weight, but I have lost. I was 239 before pre-op diet, then I was 126 pre-op and now I am 212. My surgery was on June 2, 2014. When I was banded I started at 280 that was in 2009. I weighed my lowest two years ago after my knee surgery which was 185, I had problems with my band and as you see I was back up to 239 at the time of my decision for the revision. I think as previous band patients we lose bulk of our weight then so when we have a revision it seems to move a lot slower. I feel somewhat discourage but I know what I have to do to make this tool work for me. I afraid of going to work next week and getting all my Protein in as well as eating relaxed and well. good luck

@lindafromflorida I did eat something a little yogurt but just a little because I wasn't hungry that is why I believed that I am not experiencing carb craving along with head hunger. I will be working harder on making sure that I don't be put in that situation again. This being the summer there will be many parties I will be invited to also I am planning to go on vacation!!!! So I plan to have my meals laid out ahead of time any follow my plan.