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Worried I’m abusing my sleeve - 5 weeks post op / 2 week stall
Once Upon a Sleeve posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This may sound like a silly question, but I’m able to tolerate basically everything at almost 5 weeks post-op, and this makes me worried I’m somehow abusing my sleeve. I started soft solids at 3 weeks and regular solids at 4 weeks per my doctor’s orders. The only thing I am still working through is coffee - large half-caf over the course of several hours put my stomach in twists. A small decaf over several hours was fine. I am a busy mom with two active boys at home, and at least once a week we have pizza for dinner. At week 4, I was able to have a small slice with veggie toppings with no issue. I can basically eat whatever my kids eat, just in very small portions. I bought some 3.5” Asian dipping sauce bowls as my portion bowls, so I’m getting 1/2-2/3 cup of food at a time. If I eat too much or something that doesn’t agree with me, I get hiccups, so I stop. I’m trying to keep what I eat moderate fat, moderate carb. Lots of broth and lean meats and tofu and veggies. A little noodles and rice and quinoa (very little). From reading the boards, it sounds like a stall around 3 weeks is normal. I was also terribly constipated for a couple days. But now I’ve been in a stall for nearly 2 weeks! My energy is moderate - I can make it through the day but tend to fall asleep this week while my kids are playing board games after school. I stopped logging my food when I started solids because it was too complicated to log things I cooked since I used so many different ingredients. I started at 199, and have been between 181-183 the past 2 weeks. Do I need to do something differently, or is this part of the normal stall? I have an appt with my NUT in 2.5 weeks. Thanks!! -
Buddies Group - Surgery Dec 4 to 15, 2017
mrodz63 replied to Mary Stokley Gromer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yes it went well no complications. Stayed in the hospital for 3 days, the first few days where rough, lot of pain, nausea. I followed my doctor's orders took my meds and I started feeling better. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app -
I was sleeved 11/29 and have lost 28 lbs since surgery date and 50 lbs since 2 week pre op liquid diet. No complications, no issues with getting my recommended fluids in. My doctor has never stressed getting protein in. They want veggies first then protein. Seems counter intuitive to most recommendations I've read on here. I'm just starting my soft food stage today.
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You can ask for the radiologist's report and read for yourself what it says. Might be something completely simple, might be something more serious. Best to get it checked out and be sure. I know it's enough to ruin your day. Been there. I flunked my upper GI x-rays...they came back abnormal and I had to get an endoscopy where I had to be sedated. I learned I have chronic gastritis....which isn't any big deal, but they needed to take biopsies of my stomach to make sure I wasn't carrying the ulcer bacteria and start treating it before my surgery. Your lung issue might be something as simple as a weird scar artifact from an old case of bronchitis, or something as complicated as a mass. Only way to know is to have it checked out. Either way....you know and can move forward to the next step in taking care of your health. Sorry about the stress and frustration....I know it's hard.
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Smoking , Exercise , Anxiety , Mexico
DropWt4Life replied to LB92's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I agree with other posters that you should quit smoking immediately. Not only is smoking going to increase your risk of having the complications mentioned, but it is going to hinder your body's ability to heal quickly and correctly. I would also start walking at least 30 minutes per day now, and drinking tons of water. You want to build up lung capacity, and start getting into shape. I was already working out 6-8X per week before surgery, and everything was super easy for me. I could have returned to work after 2 days. I smoked for 10 years, and I understand how stress makes you grab for that cigarette. Don't do it though. You are doing this for your health, so why not make a complete change starting tomorrow? You can do this, and will be better off for it. Good luck to you. -
Regrets, I feel like Gastric Sleeve Surgery has been the biggest mistake of my life
Gen17 replied to ItsMermaidTime's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm sorry you feel that way! Complications are very rare <3 -
Regrets, I feel like Gastric Sleeve Surgery has been the biggest mistake of my life
fastfoodaddictnomore replied to ItsMermaidTime's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hope you are feeling some relief. You have an amazing group of people her to support you through this difficult time. It’s natural to have the thoughts you were having about remaining fat because of the complications most of us have felt something similar through the process or we wouldn’t be here. I’m 8 days post op and I keep telling myself that each day will get better and it will all be worth it. And each day has gotten better so far. HW 270 CW 239 SW 242.8 GW 135 DS Surgery date -12-8-17 I’m 42 and 5’2” -
Buddies Group - Surgery Dec 4 to 15, 2017
Losebig replied to Mary Stokley Gromer's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was sleeved on 12/12 and had a hiatal hernia repair. Tomorrow Im' 7 days post surgery. For whatever reason I've had a tough time of it and was originally hospitalized for 2 nights and then after being home for a little over 12 hours had to rush back to the hospital via ambulance due to complications. Luckily nothing serious and after another 2 nights in the hospital I'm ok. I think that due to the hernia repair I have a lot of swelling and was unable to get anything down - including pain meds, which spiraled into a bunch of bad things. A few days ago I would have said this was a huge mistake - now I think it was a good choice and I can see the weight falling off already. Doing much better now and today is the first day I'll Come close to my protein and water goals. I'm down around 15 lbs from the surgery and 25 total so far, getting a daily walk in and otherwise doing decently. The pain levels are still high (mostly the hernia I think), but already feeling better. My tongue is a bit white, anyone see that? Doesn't seem to be thrush, some people have said it may be the result of Keto? I do have an appetite, but it's mental so easily ignored. Great to read everyone's stories! -
Pre-Op Diet to shrink liver question
LittleLizzieLilliput replied to ttampa77's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had to shrink my liver as well. I went off of all meds during that stage as I kept getting really low numbers. But I'm type 2 bordering on type 1 due to pancreatic complications. I was able to go through the process well. I have been on so many different medications through this process. I was able to get off of insulin but now that I'm getting close to my goal weight my numbers are increasing again and I'll probably be back on insulin in a few months, sadly. But I'm doing so well otherwise I can't complain. I mean I can, I sometimes do, but I try not too. lol!!!! -
Regrets, I feel like Gastric Sleeve Surgery has been the biggest mistake of my life
Sullie06 replied to ItsMermaidTime's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I hope you are feeling better soon and you get home to your boys. I myself had zero complications and my pain was minimal and managed well while in the hospital but one of the men in my local group who had surgery around the same time as me had a really rough go. He had a leak and ended up on life support in the ICU for a while and had repeat surgeries. It was touch and go for a while but he is now almost a year out and has no regrets. He comes to support groups to tell his story to and let people know that even in the darkest moments there is sunshine. He said that his weight would have killed him if he didn't take control and now hes healthier than ever. -
Advil? Tylenol?
James Marusek replied to avaswlsjourney's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Migraines can be caused by many things. I suffered severe migraines over the years. I would know an attack was coming because I would see flashes of stars starting at the outer edges of my vision, working their way inward producing a type of tunnel vision and then I would get severe headaches. In my case the episodes were related to florescent lights. Since where I worked was totally lit with fluorescents, generally when an attack was beginning to happen, I would remove myself into natural lighting and it would minimize the attack. Now that I am retired, my home does not use florescent lighting and I no longer suffer this problem. This link describes the migraine headaches. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/migraine-headache/symptoms-causes/syc-20360201 It is important to avoid NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) after surgery because it can result in ulcers complicating the healing process. NSAIDs include Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, Naproxen, Meloxicam, Celecoxib, Indomethacin, Ketorolac, Ketoprofen, Nimesulide, Piroxicam, Etoricoxib, Mefenamic acid, Carprofen, Aspirin/paracetamol/caffeine, Etodolac, Loxoprofen, Nabumetone, Flurbiprofen, Salicylic acid, Aceclofenac, Sulindac, Phenylbutazone, Dexketoprofen, Lornoxicam, Tenoxicam, Diflunisal, Diclofenac/Misoprostol, Flunixin, Benzydamine, Valdecoxib, Oxaprozin, Nepafenac, Etofenamate, Ethenzamide, Naproxen sodium, Dexibuprofen, Diclofenac sodium, Bromfenac, Diclofenac potassium, Fenoprofen, Tolfenamic acid, Tolmetin, Tiaprofenic acid, Lumiracoxib, Phenazone, Salsalate, Felbinac, Hydrocodone/ibuprofen, Fenbufen]. A few different types of NSAIDs are available over the counter: Aspirin (Bayer, Bufferin, Excedrin) Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) Naproxen (Aleve) But Tylenol is not a NSAID. https://www.drugs.com/answers/tylenol-nsaid-3002124.html My hospital discharge directions wrote the following: If using Lortab, do not take any Tylenol. Lortab has Tylenol in it and you can only have a total of 4 grams (4000 mg.) of Tylenol in a 24 hour period. So I do not understand why you cannot take Tylenol. -
Anyone had surgery greater than 5 years ago?
catwoman7 replied to sdtoin's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
from what I understand, they have to do a complete takedown of the bypass and THEN do the DS, so it's a pretty complicated operation. -
Anyone had surgery greater than 5 years ago?
FluffyChix replied to sdtoin's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I just read about someone on here who had one...but maybe they actually had a bypass to DS? Someone had huge complications and lost too much weight. I assumed they went back in and reversed the bypass, then did the partial gastrectomy? But I've no idea how or if that can actually happen? -
Regrets, I feel like Gastric Sleeve Surgery has been the biggest mistake of my life
JT2002TJ replied to ItsMermaidTime's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Sorry for your complications. I'm sure it will get better, and once the memory of the issues are on the back burner and your rapid weight loss is up front, I'm sure you will be happy with your decision. It will get better! I wouldn't jump to any quick decisions about canceling. Complications are typically <3% (from my understanding) and most complications go away (except GERD, which can be managed via medication for most). If you need more time to think about it, and you will not lose your insurance approval, then maybe it would be a good idea to push it back a bit, and spend some time with your surgical group's support groups. -
Anyone had surgery greater than 5 years ago?
catwoman7 replied to sdtoin's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I don't think I've ever heard of a bypass to sleeve revision. I do hear of the other way around (sleeve to bypass), but that's usually because of problems with GERD. And yes - I've heard of bypass to DS, but like the poster above said, it's a very complicated surgery that very few surgeons are trained/qualified to do. -
Regrets, I feel like Gastric Sleeve Surgery has been the biggest mistake of my life
stacie304 replied to ItsMermaidTime's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I’m sorry you are going through this. My surgery is scheduled the 27th and I’m 90% sure I’m going to cancel it. I’m terrified of complications. I hope things get better. -
Just had surgery last Monday
GreenTealael replied to Lpz0714's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Super happy, I had no complications so it was smooth sailing for me Research everything Don't buy too much ahead of time Follow your plan closely Walk even if it's only for a few mins indoors Smile in the mirror even if you don't like what you see yet Track food and water meticulously Don't become a slave to the scale -
Revision sleeve to bypass
A_new_sara replied to Mrs Jackson's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My insurance covers revision as long as it's medically necessary. So like the other gal said if you can prove that it's medically necessary to cure your GERD it won't matter what your BMI is because they'll look at it as a procedure not a weight loss surgery. I'm getting a revision to the bypass because of complications from my sleeve. They approved it in less than a day. And I'm only 167 pounds Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Gastric Bypass Surgery Monday! Nervous
A_new_sara replied to Real California April's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
My surgery is Monday too.. I'm a revision from sleeve to bypass due to some complications I had from my vsg I in July. I'm scheduled for 7:30 Monday morning. Good luck to you! I hear the recoveries are similar so I can tell you that the first couple of days are kind of hard because you can't drink, and you're in pain from the gas pain in your chest so just take a hot pad and make sure you relax and use your pain medicine Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Cold feet a day away from Gastric Sleeve surgery
mama2nanda replied to KatXoxo's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you for putting this into perspective for me. I'm having bypass this Friday and I'm freaking out. My fears are piling up and I'm getting more and more nervous. I want to eat whatever I want but I can't right now with being on the optifast diet. I don't have any health complications right now but I know it will be a matter of time. I know this will be a mental game and coming to that reality is scaring me. I'm really hoping this goes well. -
I’m new to this website, but here goes! I’m getting sleeved 12/27 but I’m starting to second guess myself and wonder if it’s the right thing to do.....I worry about complications, loose skin afterwards, or not losing the weight. My mind keeps going and going. Looking for some reassurance and maybe some people getting sleeved around the same time as me to buddy with!
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Not sure if most of you are aware but BariatricPal.com actually started off in 2003 as LapBandTalk.com! I've had Lap-Band surgery since 2003 and started this community the night I came home from my own Lap-Band surgery. As mentioned in my recent article "Types of Bariatric Surgery: By the Numbers and What It Means" Lap-Band surgery has dropped 86.93% since 2011. There were still 7,310 new bands in 2016. There isn't any perfect WLS. The band has been an awesome tool for me over the last 15 years. I've had minor complications along the way but nothing like the complications I'd have had walking around with an extra 100Lbs.
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I’ve regained ALL the weight back 😢♀️
JerseyJules replied to wouldntmindasandwich's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
The bottom line is that we are all obese for different reasons, be it medical, physical or emotional reasons. But once you identify the reason and deal with those demons it makes things a bit easier to deal with. The surgery is only a tool to deal with the issues that you need to address on your own first. No amount of surgery will make you want to exercise, eat right and be healthy , you have to want that on your own. My wake up call was watching family members die at young ages due to health complications from being obese and I wanted to be around for my family. If that is not reason enough to want to be healthy and you still choose to not make the efforts to live healthy and longer, at least have the courtesy to get a large life insurance policy on yourself so that your family will be taken care of when you're gone... -
Dr. Illian or Dr. Maytorena
JoLyn replied to emsmom's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I went to Dr Illian. Had an amazing experience! I would go back to him in a heart beat! I'll be 2 years out in March and down 100# no complications! -
Does a second surgery mean the weight comes off slower?
Mhy12784 replied to dolly30gs's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I haven't heard that, are you sure that's a real thing? (the metabolic shock thing, it doesn't sound very scientific) I know that revisionsal surgeries are more likely to be/have complications and the long term success rate of them is less (ie whatever underlying problems that caused the original ot fail could cause this to fail) But I would imagine that the weight should come off roughly the same. However you have to account for age and weight. If your original surgery was at 350 pounds at age 25 of course weight would come off much quicker than with a revisionsal surgery at 250 pounds at age 40
