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That sounds very sensible and I'm sure you are going to do great. Let us know how you are doing after your surgery.

You have a date? And is he tall, dark, and handsome? Just kidding...:001_smile: Congratulations!!!!!!!!

I agree...best to get tested for a leak, and it is it negative then you can get some advice from your physician on what to do to be more comfortable. Are you on a PPI such as nexium? Dr Aceves keeps his patients on clear liquids for 10 days...which includes clear broth (not soup with anything in it). If you know what to expect, you won't be so worried when symptoms occur. Did your surgeon give you any instructions to read, or information on what to expect, dietary changes to follow after your surgery?

I had some intestinal issues too and was glad to be off those two weeks. By the time I went back to work that was all resolved. It was a bit more fatigued than usual by the end of my shift. Probably could have used another week but I made it and feel back to normal now, at one month. the first two weeks the diet is so restricted I think that made me more fatigued...then the fact that you've had major surgery, anesthesia, etc. the body needs time to heal a bit.

I took off two weeks. It was enough time for me. Some take less.

Salmon salad is good to and a very dense protein. I'm more leery of eating too much tuna because of the mercury content. Once a month is about all I'll eat tuna. I like sardines too.

I am much colder now that I have lost 35 lbs. I noticed that after losing the first 15, during the pre-op diet. I attributed it to metabolism slowing down, and loss of some fatty insulationi. ha ha.

I sent a cashier's check as required, and it arrived safe and sound at the address sent to me by Nina. Had my surgery about a month later. It's no hoax! But if you are needing some "first-hand proof", you can go visit the hospital and meet Dr Aceves in advance of making any of your arrangements. He would be glad to meet you, you could meet some of the patients having surgery while you are there, tour the hospital, and become convinced! You'll love him and his staff. Good luck to you on your path!

Welcome home! Isn't it great to be in your own bed? The leak test was not entirely pleasant, I agree! One of those "necessary evils" in life!:thumbup: I've never heard of numbness in the fingers after VSG...what's that all about? Just be sure to stay well hydrated...and walk walk walk to prevent blood clots and move the gas out. Not much more I had energy for those first few days. My fingers were'n't numb but I think my brain was!:drool: Let us know how you get along!

Mine did that too. I didn't worry about it. they all healed up fine.

I have one and use it often but not EVERY time.

NOPE. Follow Dr Aceves plan! We sleevers are a special case and we need this special plan for optimum wt loss!

Did your doctor give you a progressive diet?

Regarding the weight lifting...don't start that until your doctor says you can...if you do it too soon you can get a hernia (or more than one). It may be several months before your incisions are healed enough to tolerate weight lifting, and even then, start slow and low.

OK, we are all pulling for you guys...keep us updated on how you are doing!

That is everyone's nightmare...how awful that you had to experience it. I hope things will improve for you and that you will eventually be able to reach your goal. Sounds like you are a positive thinker...keep that up. I believe that everything happens for a reason...SOMETHING good will come out of this!

Awesome! Keep on working that sleeve!

I tolerate the Jay Robb Whey Protein shakes (chocolate) just fine, and I am lactose intolerant. I mix it with Lactaid Milk, 1 cup. I add a few drops of banana or coconut extract and the flavor is great...no nasty after taste. 33 grams protein per shake (includes the milk)

I was so glad to have my heating pad too. I only took one pair of shoes...my crocs, and wore them there. Great for showering, non skid on the floors, easy to slip in and out of. No need to pack more shoes. I took some comfy socks, and my own PJ's.

When I saw my internist after the surgery, and told her about Dr Aceves credentials, she seemed impressed. But I would not have cared if she wasn't. It was my choice and I know it was the right one for me. He was impressive, in all respects and I'd do it again.

Before my surgery I tested out tracking every calorie...I was shocked at how much I had been eating. I'm a grazer. No wonder I have been gaining and gaining. I always thought I did not eat much, ...seriously! It just adds up so fast. Since the surgery, what I do is plan my meals the night before, or first thing in the morning, on weekdays. I chart on an excel file what I am going to eat including ounces, grams of Protein, calories, carbs, fats, and sodium. At nigit I often have to go back and delete or add a few things from that day but the bulk of the work has been done. It helps me stay honest, and is teaching me what I need to do to meet goals. Most days I do OK. Occasionally I go way over or way under on something. But it's a guide. On weekends I am more lax with it.

Great progress Charity. Now that you are free from "the bag", you can move that sleeve around the halls like a pro...walk sip walk sip...

I make sure to drink two Protein shakes daily (66 gms protein including the milk) which I have to get in if I am going to make my 70 grams of protein daily. I'm less than 1 month out and still on mushies.For lundh, I make a paste of chicken breast, or salmon, with a little broth, in the blender. Can eat between 1-2 (max) ounces, and that is just "priming the sleeve" I think. Getting it in practice for eating more solid foods. It's in no way meant to be sustaining me. I am comfortable with the very gradual introduction of more dense Proteins as Dr Aceves recommends. But the shakes help me be sure to get in the protein so I don't lose muscle instead of fat. (Not that I have a lot of muscle to lose Ha Ha.) Hopefully it will help prevent the hair loss that happens to some people several months post op. I sip on the Protein Shakes at work through the day. It seems to work well for me.

Oh my, what a mess!

This is one reason I suppose Dr Aceves recommends we not eat Soups...he wants us to eat dense, solid Protein like chicken etc, so we get all the grams we need. I am a soup lover, and especially when the weather is cold so it is going to be a challenge for me to use soup sparingly for a treat.