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September 24th is right around the corner getting a little anixious right. I am doing OK on the pre-op diet, a few little bumps and slips, but got right back on. I do miss eating real food. I have lost 19 lbs since the start, but I can't figure out how to get my ticker to move.

go in to edit your profile, click my surgery and update your weight there. It will automatically change your ticker :)

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ok..I will try that. thanks

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Hey it did work. Last time I tried that it didn't work. Probably operator error. Thanks again

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Hello everyone - I'm still in the hospital but will be getting out tomorrow ' I can't wait... I was somewhat discouraged about not losing only but a few lbs but Dr & nurse said that b/c I still have air & some swolleness in my stomach & obviously today be'n pumped full of all these liquids has to do w/ only a few lbs weight loss but that next week & there after should be better.. Next Wed I can start soft foods which I look forward to - beyond sick of liquids... They also are giving me anti inflammatory meds for my side & its feeling a bit better... Try'n to stay positive... Thanks for everyone for your prayers... I really appreciate all the support...

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Ready, Sorry that you need to go through this but everything would be fine eventually, I lost only 4.8lbs for the first week and was very discourage as well, the second week is much better. will now tomorrow for sure but as of today it is already lost 5.8lbs for the second week. I know it is not 10 or 12 lbs as others wrote but what I can do :)

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Scorpion - yes I agree & thanks for the encouragement - I am learning any weight loss is better then none even if it is a few lbs...

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Well, I went to my Pre-Op appointment and I only lost about a pound and a half, I was so disappointed. And worried that they might think I didn't do the Pre-Op diet. I only has one small cheat - a small Greek salad.< /p>

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Hello everyone - I'm still in the hospital but will be getting out tomorrow ' I can't wait... I was somewhat discouraged about not losing only but a few lbs but Dr & nurse said that b/c I still have air & some swolleness in my stomach & obviously today be'n pumped full of all these liquids has to do w/ only a few lbs weight loss but that next week & there after should be better.. Next Wed I can start soft foods which I look forward to - beyond sick of liquids... They also are giving me anti inflammatory meds for my side & its feeling a bit better... Try'n to stay positive... Thanks for everyone for your prayers... I really appreciate all the support...

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Yey!!! So happy you are doing better!! You'll see the loss- I agree pumped full liquids. So now when u go home keep a bottle of powersde zero or whateve u like in your hand at all times and keep on sipping :). Today I noticed i can drink more at once and am just about to 64 ounces!!! You can do it :) xxxx

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Thanks & that's my goals to get liquid in & take small walks very few hours - yea that IV fluids is weigh'n me down - lol... I'm back @ home now thank God - gotta stay encouraged & quit weigh'n myself every min - lol... Ik it will come off in due time - thanks so much

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Thanks & that's my goals to get liquid in & take small walks very few hours - yea that IV fluids is weigh'n me down - lol... I'm back @ home now thank God - gotta stay encouraged & quit weigh'n myself every min - lol... Ik it will come off in due time - thanks so much

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So glad you are home. Just work on you today try not to stress yourself over it all. Get some rest too.

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Thanks rybecca - I'm listening to my body & try'n not to overdue it... Try'n to drink as much Water as possible to get all my strength back - thanks for the encouragement

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Surgery went well on the 19th, came home last night and had a hard time sleeping. I don't like sleeping on my back, so I tossed and turned from side to side. Feeling good today, could not drink the Protein shake....just a couple of sips but plenty of Water and walking :)

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Gosh, you all are making me more nervous. I go in Tuesday surgery. I will so hate myself if I have serious complications as this really is elective for me. I so hope I am making the right decision.

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Not everyone has complications. I was nervous too. I felt the same way that its elective and I might be setting myself up for a life of doctors visits and buyers remorse. I have 3 children what if I die.

I didn't and I'm fine never felt sick. Just listen to the doctors and your body, take it slow. I'm 2.5 weeks out and 20 lb down. I physically feel like I never had anything done. Except when I eat its a little uncomfortable but I just had major surgery what did I expect. Just drink as much as you can and take it slow.

Remember you probably have tried everything and this will work. Good luck.

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I had the sleeve doneon Monday Sept 17th--had alot of pain (more than I had anticipated) but today - 5 days post op, I finally am feeling better-showered, hair washed and styled and mascara on! Off for a short walk and then spending the morning on the porch reading and enjoying the beautiful fall day!!

My question is: How many of your surgeons/doctor groups called you at home post op?? Mine has not, and I am kind of pissed about it!

Ann

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