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I was 335 the day of surgery and am now down to 246. My surgery was May 11th. I have lost 133 total so far

My surgeon is female in Maine

You can't remove a hormone. It's true that they remove the part of the stomach that is most responsible for producing that hormone (ghrelin), but other parts of the body also produce ghrelin, and they will eventually start making even more of it when they figure out that the main ghrelin production area is gone. So, how much hunger is gone varies a lot from person to person.
Here are some clues as to whether you are experiencing acid, head hunger, or true hunger:
--Have you tried multiple different PPI's -- and if you are on omeprazole/Prilosec, are you taking at least 40 mg per day, 20 mg in the morning, 20 mg at night? Many people need at least 40 mg per day in order to stop excess acid production, or they need a PPI that is stronger than Omeprazole, such as Nexxium or Protonix. Until you have tried a max dose of Omeprazole or a new PPI, don't rule acid out.
--When you are hungry, would you be willing to eat just about anything to satisfy your hunger (dry chicken breast, roast broccoli, an apple)? Or are you thinking things like "I sure would love a piece of cake" or "a burger sounds good right now"? If you aren't hungry enough for some dry chicken breast (and happy to eat dry chicken breast), you aren't experiencing true hunger but head hunger.
Hope this helps -- good luck!

I am 3 months out and feel like I have lost my mind. I am very emotional and cranky. I went the other day for my 3 month check up and they said it is our body hormones are going nuts cause it does not get what is going on. I am hoping it goes away quick!

It certainly is not easy. I think you may want to talk to a therepist about this. Sounds like you may still have some unresolved issues around food. Good luck!

It certainly is not easy. I think you may want to talk to a therepist about this. Sounds like you may still have some unresolved issues around food. Good luck!

I love the Gene pro, it really helps me the Protein goal!

Fitst...if you post in a public forum be prepared for all kinds of comments including negative ones
I am 10 months post ip and basically eat whatever I want just small portions. I have burgers, pizza, ice cream, chips...just small portions. I have still been very successful with my weight loss.

I am 4 weeks out and eat 1/4 cup. That is what my surgeon said to do. Maybe you should try to eat a bit less. If I eat more then that I get the throat feeling too. For the potty thing I used the Fleet bulb suppository and it worked great.

I take one 20 mg in the am and one 20 mg in the evening

I was sleeved May 11 and have not had true "Hunger" yet. I do take 40 mg omprezole because acid was an issue. My surgeon said that it could be because of acid you feel hungry.

Full to me is when I get pressure in my chest and start making little noises. I try and stop before then but it happens sometimes

I take one 20 mg in the am and one 20 mg in the evening

I was sleeved May 11th. I can get my fluids and Protein in but really just had some creamed Soup today. I do not like Isopure but it is so high in Protein so I mix it with Raspberry Ice to mask the taste.

Anything warm has helped me. Water and even my fave crystal light is not going down easy.. Hope you feel better! I am sure in teh sme boat!

Anything warm has helped me. Water and even my fave crystal light is not going down easy.. Hope you feel better! I am sure in teh sme boat!

Hey There, My surgery is in two days (May 9) and I'm wondering what routine you had that helped, once you got home from surgery (like 2-3 days after getting home)? If so what did that routine that look like? Is that even realistic? Details welcome. Thx in advance.

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut butter

Yes, I felt the same way. I am on day 6 now and its a bit easier. I hope it stays that way!! This is the hardest thing ever!

Hello!
I am being sleeved May 11th Started my pre op yesterday and this is truly no fun! How is everyone else doing with it?

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut Butter

I really like the Atkins Cookies and Cream! I also like the Premier brand, and Quest Peanut butter

The following is simply my opinion...
At 12 days out, you can't cheat with the post op 'diet'..
At 12 days out, you're not on a weight loss diet...
At 12 days out, you're on a post-surgery, what's best for your healing innards 'diet'..
At 12 days out, what you're doing is going against a medically 'prescribed' eating plan that is given to you to assist with the quicker healing and recovery from what is major surgery, and should see you thru until you're able to start eating regular food again...
So (again, in my opinion), at 12 days out, what you're doing is CHOOSING to ignore the doctor's orders and eat something that, while calorically won't make a scrap of difference long term, could (repeat, COULD, not will) have a massive effect on the time it takes to heal properly...
Of course, I'm no doctor...
I'm just some guy who has an opinion on stuff...
And yes, I know EXACTLY how difficult this stuff is...
But believe me, the rewards are so worth the inconvenience...
Good luck with your choices in the next few weeks...

Hello,
Yes I am getting sleeved May 11th I am in Maine and am very excited to finally get this done

Hello,
Yes I am getting sleeved May 11th I am in Maine and am very excited to finally get this done