Happy Destiny

Hey Zephra, Just curious who did your surgery, and what the suggestions for relief was. Thx,Sheryl

I've had the same thing at two weeks then at 4 weeks. Certain twists or getting up the wrong way and the pain was really bad for about 6 days then it leaves. I think it is something that I pulled like an inside stitch or muscle. I met someone who had the same thing she said don't worry it all went away. I don't know if this is what ur experiencing or not. Do let ur Dr. know. and let me know how u r.

Thanks! As they say: "Pass it on" and I will continue to, it also makes my plite that much easier too! :wink1:Sheryl

Kathy, How are things going for you? Still on liquids, aye? Well, keep on keepin on, you'll be moving right along like I am! :thumbup:Sheryl

Thanks! I'm excited for you too! Please stay in touch! It helps so much to share on this website! Much happiness to you, Sheryl:rolleyes:

:001_rolleyes:Just wanted to add a side note to you. I've seen a couple of your postings about your fear. If everything has fallen into place for you, then I feel this will be your path too. Could some of the fear be some of that 'ol self sabatoge? I've always excelled in that area, but for once in my life I decided to follow fate and see where it takes me. So far so good. I just take things One day at a time. It makes life & goals so much more attainable!!! Join us on the losers bench!!!

:thumbup1:Right back at ya! Looks like things are going well for you too! Sheryl

Well Ladies & Gents, I'm excited to say I am almost 5 weeks out and I've lost approx. 20% of my weight I've projected to lose!!! I have not needed to take anything for my Diabetes or high blood pressure since the day of surgery, my clothes are definitely looser, and I'm more grateful than these words can express! Life is good and I'd like to say thanks to all you for your input! This is a wonderful website which has inspired me through ya'll's experience, strength and hope! Thanks again, Sheryl:aureola:

You all will do so well! I was sleeved on May 18th and have had very little issues with my sleeve. I stopped losing on week 3 which freaked me out but today almost the end of week 4 I've lost 4 lbs. and have read more on how to change eating habits to "work my sleeve" I'm feeling really well! Good luck and keep us posted! Sheryl

I just read today and my Dr. also advises 3 meals and try not to snack. Eat your protein first min. of 20=25 gms and then veggies, fruit. Quit drinking 15 min prior to eating and wait 30" post meal to drink and one website said 90". That way you make the sleeve work for you and don't wash away the protein and feel hungry so early. This is what I'm trying now. If I snack it's usually sugar free!:001_wub:

l'm sorry you met someone so insensitive as that. People forget everyone's experience with this can be very different. I've been blessed with no complications, but at week 3 my belly button & lower left incisions woke up! They're very painful and if I bend a certain way or get up to fast I get excrutiating pain. This is getting better and subsiding every day. I hope you are feeling better! The only thing I remind myself is "This, too, shall pass!":biggrin0: ps. I also had surgery at Forest Park, loved the experience there too!

Thanks Tiff, Sweet Dreams, Sheryl:thumbup:

What is the 5 day pouch test? Week 3 I gained 2-3 lbs. Week 4 might have lost 1 of those lbs.??? I'm getting somewhat frustrated. What did you eat at this point? Thanks for your help, Sheryl:scared0:

Thanks so much for this note! It has helped alot. I've gained 3 lbs back and got frustrated, I ate some Cookies and felt sick! I'm going to remember this to shall pass and stay on track!:scared0:

Sounds Great! Congrats Kathy!

go to Tickerfactory.com choose what type of ticker you want, follow through and at the end there are two different lines of verbage URL...etc. choose the first one and copy. then paste in your signature on VSG. go under "user CP" and pick edit signature. I hope that helps, I'm not great at detailed directions.:wink0:

no not right after, more like a day later. i had a small bm this am, pain still there.

Hi All, I'm finishing up on my 3rd week. I had a few tiny thin fries friday night and a few bites of chicken on a skewer. Saturday I also had two tiny chicken nuggets from chick-fil-a. I am having extreme gas pains in my left lower quadrant. It has moved some, but I've been using gas x strips and moving and the pain continues!!!! Help!!!! Now I'm not getting fluids in because of the pain. Any suggestions would be much appreciated!!!! Thanks! p.s. Is this usual?

Hi, We had our surgeries a day apart. This sounds really good, but I'd really like to know what all your eating. I haven't been near as creative as you. I've had tuna salad, egg salad, soup, protein drinks. Would you send me a quick line and let me know about a typical day of your food? Thanks, Sheryl

:crying::crying::001_wub:Tiffy, while reading this my eyes teared up because I could relate to the feelings you described of before your victories with the sleeve! You never know who's listening or who might hear exactly what they need to hear. You have touched my spirit over the last several months like no other human being! Thank you for your candor and pure humility throughout your journey. Not only are you an inspiration in my weight loss & living healthy journey, but also part of my "path of Happy Destiny"! You were beautiful when you started this journey but you've become an amazing spirit along the way! I hope you continue to grow as the days pass and can't wait to hear when your next dream in life comes to fruition! (I will crochet something for the new baby)! Love you Sister, Sheryl:seeya:

Sounds like we are in the same boat! I was sleeved the day after you by Dr. Nick. What are you eating these days?

Way to go Lillie!!! I've lost 12 lbs since surgery on 5/18. How are you feeling and what phase are you on? i.e. full liquids, mushy, etc.

So glad to hear all your progress! I'm doing great too and loved your blog you posted. I couldn't figure out how to write on it. What can I say I'm Old school. :blush:You are getting alot more walking in than me, so that has challanged me! Thanks, I needed that! Have a super day, Sheryl:lol0:

Mine looks the same and is feeling better. Sandy (the RN practitioner) told me that's probably where they took the stomach out. She said her's went down, but not all the way. Luckily mine is in my waistline, so doesn't look too bad. What kind of pain meds are you using?