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Surgery In 5 Days And Haven't Told Anyone.....
waitingpatiently replied to Brandi18's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had a real hard time deciding what to do. I am an open book and telling half-truths don't work very well for me. I don't work (for money anyway) but i belong to a homeschool co-op with 40 other moms. It was a kind of allor nothing choice. I hardly ever miss classes so me planning to miss a day was a big red flag that something was going on. Plus I have lost like 20 pounds in the last 3 weeks and people are noticing.. So I decided to be all in. My closest friends I told up front, the otherswill probably fine out through the grapevine, but I know most (if not all) will be supportive. I hope i can be an example for others that need to take control again. Whether it be throught diet and exercise or by surgucal intervention..(or combination of the two) ...whatever is needed... so many of my friends are in worse shape than me. -
I am two weeks post op and just now I am getting a sharp pain in my right side under my breast and at the top of my rib cage. Any thoughts? Anyone have this?
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I do a version of it every 6-8 weeks or so...it's the only maintenance I can think of with the band... Whenever I feel my portions are getting larger than usual, then I know it's time. For me, I believe it has to do with my pouch stretching a bit (which can be normal)...so going all liquids will give it a rest, returning to where it once was, and getting back the restriction. But I have the Lap band, so my experiences are different from others.
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6 weeks, you're eating regular food, are you taking a PPI? It could be acid causing you to feel hungry or dehydration. Or that dreaded thing called head hunger. Eat some Protein or have a Protein shake to see if it goes away. If it doesn't than it's most likely not true hunger. My stomach sounds like fireworks sometimes but I know it's not hungry. It's been loud enough to startle my dog lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Surgeon's office doesn't communicate much.
Nickycole86 replied to Fazzini Bee's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My office was pretty terrible as well. They actually caused me to fall outside of my 30 day window that my labs and ekg were good for because they didn’t call me in a timely manner. (Took them 3 weeks to call after I paid). I think the only reason they called me at all was because someone noticed I made an online appt with him and they didn’t want me to make a fuss. -
I have been on liquids for 4 weeks. After my first post op visit I was told my stomach was still swollen so I had to stay on liquids for two more weeks. This has been the first week I try mushy foods. Although I've only tried a couple of tablespoons of egg, I'm trying to slowly try some form of food. I still mostly drink my liquids and I'm about to finish my 5th week Monday.
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Hello, I have been here for a about 2 weeks now. I have sucked up all the info I can - good and bad. I have chatted with some wonderful people on here and I am so glad I found this forum. I have learned a lot. Now my date is approaching fast. The house is clean, laundry all done, my liquids and mushies have been stocked/prepped and I am packed. I have done all I can to prepare, now the wait.... Tomorrow morning I leave bright and early for a 4.5 hr drive to Toronto Canada and check into a hotel room. Friday morning I go into surgery at 8:30 am. It is so close and I am half freaking out and half excited to start my new life! I have had cold feet and a twisting knot in my stomach on and off all day. At this point, it will be great when it's done and I am back home, hopefully Friday night. If I don't get to post between now and then, See you all on the other side!
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i am also aussie was done on 24 april. so thats nearly five weeks ago. i have no idea how much weight ive lost as i dont have scales. I know i have lost two dress sizes though .. thats so cool! but looking forward to seeing the surgeon again on friday to get weighed see how Im going.. keep in touch. this site is so good! full of useful information. feeling good now but had a bit of pain for a week/ ten days. im ionto solid foods now and am starting to get hungry! maybe thats time for the first fill? I dont know how that works. not sure that i got enough information about that part of it before the surgery. but I guess I will find out.. did your drs tell you of any local support groups. this is the only website ive found? but i wouldnt mind a local group....
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Hello loves :] So this past week i've been really randomly sick :c , and i feel perhaps I am not getting enough protein in and my mom suggested going back on shakes. for the two weeks post op and pre op I was useing the GNC brand powders and now even the smell of them as i try to drink that make me sick. So while doing some googleing i came upon "Nectar" band powders and have read some good things about them i was just checking with my VST family to see what you guys like best. have you tried them? recipies? fav flavor? just insite is all!
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Nectar Yes Or No?!
Cyntha DelTorrro replied to Desirae Grunwell's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I switched to the Nectar drinks when just couldn't handle creamy shakes anymore. I have the Nectar Grab N' Go packets of Roadside Lemonade and the Lemon Tea. I add some lemon juice to both that helps mask the whey flavor/smell that all of these drinks have. They are offering a sample pack of all 14 flavors for only $14.00 w/ free shipping if you order using the toll free phone number from the Syntrax website. www.si03.com (that's s-i-zero-three - not the letter "o". ) Usually it's at least $2.00 per packet when ordering the single flavor boxes on Amazon.com. -
when did you start eating protein bars?
Loristi posted a topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
Im 3 weeks PO and I just need something else to eat other than refried Beans and other purees! lol I found Pure Protein bars (21g of Protein) and they are actually pretty soft (like brownies) and I tried one yesterday and chewed each bite until it was pretty much liquid. But, I was wondering when others started eating them? And, if you had any suggestions to other good tasting Protein Bars? Thanks -
4 days in this mental ward they call a hospital will drive you crazy. For the room rate they charge they sure don't want you to miss anything and keep waking you up to enjoy it. Will be good to be home. My step daughter just go home from collage in Japan will be here for 4 weeks then back to school. Japanese university's don't mess around but it's a way better education then what she would get in the states. Can you tell I'm BORED.
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Two week full liquid before sleeve diet motivation
Kfohiotime4change posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I'm only four days in to two weeks of full liquids prior to June 8 sleeve date and met with surgeon Thursday for prevealuation, approvals, anesthesiologist etc., and I already lost five pounds! Everything's a go and for those of you who are struggling with 'time' waiting, uncertainty, self doubt...hang in there. I've been second guessing myself for months and now it's ten days away. Sure it's hard giving up food emotionally but to gain my health, comfort, confidence and energy will be worth it! I'm so used to not losing weight in the past (or gaining) I was elated to see a few pounds gone in a couple days. Commit, dedicate and be confident. It IS possible ???? -
Sleeved 7/21/16 32 yr old
Gracious_woman replied to Gingersleeve's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
The Water is a tough one. I used popsciles and stievia water flavors I found at wally world. I am now in week four feeling normal. Take it a day at a time and little bites large bites eating too fast give you a nauseous feeling. -
Has any ate any solid food during there 2 wk post opt diet?
OzRoo replied to sandy_p's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No, never! I was on liquids for 2 weeks, then on purees for 2 weeks, then Soft/Mushy for 2 weeks, then finally on solids. Even though I was sick of liquids, I stuck to the program, as I did not want to have any leaks, sepsis, peritonitis and major complications. The first 4-6 weeks post op are crucial for the baby stomach to heal. After 6 months, the stomach is healed, but before that time, it is really important to follow your surgeon's instructions diligently. Yes, calling your surgeon and talking about it is important. Just to be sure. Good luck. -
Just Approved. Surgery 4/16
krissy20 replied to PinkLyfe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Omg we are now less than a week away I know this weekend is gonna fly by I've been doing good on my preop diet so hopefully post op won't be so bad just hoping all goes well in surgery and I'm able to go home the following day ! Getting really nervous yikes -
I like the nuwhey protien bullets. I lived on those the first week after my surgery and all you do is pour them over ice and sip. I also like the matrix Cookies and cream just mix with milk and add ice cubes and blend like a thick milk shake. I can tolerate the isopure in the bottles not to bad at all if poured over ice and sipped all day. Baratriceating.com has a sample pack of a variaty of protiens. I bought that and tried them before my surgery they also have high protien Snacks for when you start eating real food. That site is my favorite for healthy snacks. Good luck finding a protien you like. Also Glucerna is very good right out of the bottle and you can get that at walmart. I use that for Breakfast a lot of the time. Can't wait to get my first fill tomorrow. lost 22lb in 6 weeks with my band and I don't have any restriction yet. Gotta love this band!!!
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Yes! I finally decided to try Imodium and it's really helped. I also cut out Crystal Light as a precaution. I'll be at 4 weeks on Monday. I assume liquid and dairy in leads to lots of trips to the bathroom. It's been much better the last few days. I was really dreading even leaving the house.
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NERVOUS!!! NERVOUS!!! NERVOUS!!!
sunnyd replied to sunnyd's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was just like you one week ago today, so nervous. It is always scary to have surgery, but as Foxbins said, the risks are very small. You will do great. You are on your way!!! BTW, what is a neck filter? Thanks Maybe I shouldn't call it a neck filter. But they put it in a vein in the neck. It's called a vena cava filter and it helps prevent blood clots. -
NorCal Kaiser 2 week Pre-Op diet?
ISleevedIt replied to samantha(:'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
remember to get in at least 8 cups of fluids. I think it will help with the headaches. I'm in VA and have Kaiser insurance. The surgeon is affiliated with Kaiser but not a Kaiser doctor. I only had one week od high protein and clear liquid diet....good luck with yours -
yea i cant wait 2 start loosing some more weight.im glad all was good wit u.....i just started week 2 of my diet wich is protien shakes pudding and doc said mashed potatos.....how do i get friends on my page
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I have to keep my carbs under 50 or I will not loose. I didn't have trouble with that until at 6 weeks post op my surgeon raised me from 800 to 1,000 calories per day. I wasn't told what my carb level should be but reading what others are allowed is what I have based my carb intake on.
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Hey! I’ve done my six nutrition sessions and am meeting with my surgeon in a week. I was wondering what everyone’s timeline looked like after you finished your nutrition visits. (ex: 2 weeks for insurance approval, 4 weeks until surgery date). I’m trying to plan my time off and don’t know when I should start requesting time off. Thanks in advance! ❤️
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How long until you're back to work?
AlienBandit replied to lyndeeboo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on a Saturday and went back to work on the Monday. I never told my employer because I live in Korea and things are different here. If I told them, they would have told me I am not allowed to get the surgery done. I do have sick days but it is like pulling teeth to get a day off. ANYWAYS so I had my surgery and went back to work on the Monday. It was not hard to see something was wrong but I just said I hurt myself at the gym and people left it at that. My one co worker knew in case of an emergency. I think if you take a week off work you can return to work fine the next week. I didn't tell my friends and a week after surgery went drinking with them ( Water for me) and no one was the wiser. Say your visiting sick family or someone is visiting from another country etc. It really isn't anyones business why your gone. As for when you come back, for me at least my week 2 diet was mushies so it was easy to look almost normal eating lunches etc. Again if anyone asks say you got sick while you were gone, have a sore throat and am eating simple things for your stomach. Once you start to lose weight you can say you started at the gym, made a bet with a friend to who loses the most weight in a year etc. Good luck with everything -
have you contact with your doctor? If it is a stall, it will work out soon. if you lost some weight pre op, your body may resist not to loose.. however check with your doctor.
