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Hey Ali thanks for thinking of me.. I am doing better, I still have bad days but not as many. I have more energy, but still get tired easily. My biggest problem is just getting enough food in, I still only get about 1/4 cup of dense protien in. If I eat soup or something less dense I can maybe get in 1/3 cup. does that sound about right for 9 weeks out? Hope to meet you on Saturday Sherri

Thanks Sparkle I have read several articles on ketosis, I don't think that is it because they all say it only lasts for about a week. I have had this for over a month. I will look into buying some ketosis stix to check though. Thanks again

I have had a white coating on my tongue for over a month now. My Dr gave me medicine for oral thrush and also what they call magic mouthwash and nothing has helped. she said she does not know what it is and if it does not cause me any pain then not to worry. She did suggest I email my bariatric surgeon to see if it has to do with my surgery. Still waiting for an answer. just wondering if anyone else here has had this problem, i am around 9 weeks out from surgery. Thanks

I am still here, just been busy. I am going to try and make it to the meeting this Saturday. Hope to finally meet some of you then. Sherri

I am going to Vegas next month and I will be about 2 1/2 months out from surgery by then. I would love to be able to have a drink socially here and there, but I don't want to harm my tummy. has anyone tried it that soon and if so was it ok? Thanks Sherri

I am 7 weeks out and I can barely eat 1/4 cup of food three times a day. I actually just sent a message to my surgeon about not getting in enough Protein He said it is not something to worry about, that peoples concerns on that are misguided I get maybe 15-20 grams at most in a day. I do sprinkle unflavored Protein powder on my food when I can tolerate it.. I hope this helps some.. just wanted to let you know, you're not alone. :-)

Hi It's normal. I had that hot sharp pain for about 4 weeks. It was mostly in my biggest incision, which is my lower right side. I am 7 weeks out and I still get a twinge here and there but it is for the most part gone. Hang in there, and ask for more pain medication if you need it.. I did.. Take care Sherri

This information came from user TIffykins Here's some questions to ask your surgeon: 1) How many sleeves have you performed? 2) How many leaks, major complications, deaths (with all bariatric surgeries)? 3) Leak stats, most surgeons should have less than or equal to 1%. 4)What size bougie do you use? 5) What type of aftercare do you offer? Labs pulled when? How many follow up appointments can you expect? 6)Will you have access to a nutritionist? 7) Does he have any patients that have provided testimonials that you could read or contact them for personal experience? 8) How many nights in the hospital? 9) How many leak tests? Hope this helps.. good luck Sherri

I was out for 4 weeks, I tried going back after 2 but I was too tired and weak and still had incisional pain. good luck to you:smile1:

I started with a BMI of 45, surgery day 40. my surgeon used a 34, but he said that is what he uses for everyone, he felt 32 is too small

thanks everyone for your support. It was good to hear that my food/water intake is on par with what everyone else was at my stage. ash- I have been using the mouthwash or swish and swallow for about 2 weeks now.. no change... I have an email into the dr to see if there is something else i can use Riley- my hormones are really messed up because Tom has visited me once before surgery and 3 times since so I do have an appointment scheduled with my ob. Thanks John- I lost 36 lbs pre-op and 27 post-op, it has kinda stalled the last few days, but I am not complaining monique & ali- thanks for the encouragement I hope to get a chance to meet all of you at the next meeting

is this just my luck or have others gone through the same? I am a little over 5 weeks post op, I am in the soft food stage. I am nauseous morning noon and night. I throw up occasionaly and can barley get in 1/4 cup of food. I take in less then 300 calories a day and feel terrible. I get in about 30oz of water.. I have oral thrush now too, which makes everything taste bad. I have never had this before and even with medicine it's not going away (been about 2 weeks) I feel depressed a lot now and feel like I will always be this way.. The Dr. said I could feel this way for another couple months, I just don't know how I am going to manage, I can barely function at work I am so tired and nauseous. has anyone else felt this way ???? p.s was at the meeting on Saturday but did not get the chance to say hi afterwards. only person I recognized was John. Hopefully will meet some folks at the next one thanks for listening Sherri

Hi all I am going to try and make it this time to the support group this saturday. I was just wondering if anyone is in need of size 22/24 pants/shirts? if not I am going to donate to goodwill Thanks

wanted to say thanks to everyone for helping me get back on track Friday was a very bad day, could not keep anything down, not even water Today on the other hand was much better, I am hoping this is the start of better days to come.. and Ali yes I do have the carafate and it helps but does not seem to all the time.. again thanks everyone for your support, it means a lot

Hi Everyone, just wanted to check in. I can't say my recovery has been smooth. I am not having stomach spasams anymore, but my problem is I can barely eat or drink anything. I feel full after about 1/8 cup or less of anything, and the full feeling lasts for 3-4 hours making it hard to drink. I feel weak and tired all the time. I have been out of the house a few times and get tired so fast I actually hesitate to eat because I know how bad I will feel after. I am begining to wonder if I will ever be able to eat somewhat normal again I am 3 1/2 weeks post op, and looking for any words of encouragement, or anyone who has had similar problems and made it past them. Thanks for listening Sherri

Hi Everyone, just wanted to check in. I can't say my recovery has been smooth. I am not having stomach spasams anymore, but my problem is I can barely eat or drink anything. I feel full after about 1/8 cup or less of anything, and the full feeling lasts for 3-4 hours making it hard to drink. I feel weak and tired all the time. I have been out of the house a few times and get tired so fast I actually hesitate to eat because I know how bad I will feel after. I am begining to wonder if I will ever be able to eat somewhat normal again I am 3 1/2 weeks post op, and looking for any words of encouragement, or anyone who has had similar problems and made it past them. Thanks for listening Sherri

Contrats.. good job.. keep up the good work Sherri

as far as being dehydrated I would go to the Dr, they might give you IV fluids to get you back up to where you should be. for the BM's, I am still on full liquids and am experiencing the same as you so I don't have an answer there.. Hope you feel better soon Sherri

HI Judy, Glad your doing well :-) no I have not been doing much of anything really. lots of walking and naps. I did go to work for half a day yesterday but I was having the pain before going back to work. I have a desk job anyway..no exertion there.. Sherri

I now have serious burning pain in one of my incisions, its not constant but is there when I move or bend. I am 2 weeks post op and although this has always been my sorest spot, it was never this bad till a couple days ago. anyone else experience this? anyway to help calm the pain? Thanks Sherri

well Richmond got back to me, they consulted with Dr Im and I was told just to deal with it and if it gets too much to deal with then go to emergency room.. said my pains are a typical response, was hoping for that carafate or somthing but guess just have to push through it.. sigh.. oh well

I have Dr Fisher, I was going to email him but it shows he is out until the 12th. If I don't hear from someone by mid-day tomorrow I will call again. I did read my prescription again just to make sure and it says once a day before breakfast. Chrissy... Thanks for letting me know you have had similar issues.. makes me feel a little better knowing I am not alone. Sorry you have had to go through this too though :thumbup: Thank you everyone for your support, I will keep you all updated

The NO Nsaids was optional they said its ok in small doses.. This is what Kaiser Richmond told me... you should check with your own Dr to be sure..

I am in Sacramento, I know there are lots others from Sac here too... I went through Kaiser Richmond SHerri

It was suggested to us that we get them. Mine says Sleeve Gastrectomy No blind NG tube no nsaids my name I got mine from American Medical ID - Medical ID Alert, Custom Engraved Medical Bracelets and Necklaces. Identify Yourself! but there are lots of places to choose from if you do buy from american medical, use code GAU for 20% off your order hope this helps Sherri :crying: