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Oct. 15, 2012 Sleeve Date

Kdedeo

By Kdedeo, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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mooneybeams    19

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I'm starving too. My sleeve was 10-18.

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SummerMarie    89

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I've been STARVING all day long and I have one incision that is quite painful. I managed to get all of my fluids & most of my protein' date=' but it's been a challenge mentally.

And never mind that 99% of the damn TV commercials are for FOOD!! >:([/quote']

I know how you feel. When I had my surgery I wasn't really hungry but the food commercials made me depressed since I couldn't eat any if that. My husband and my kids and I went to a pumpkin farm and I was a week out and when we sat down so hubby and girls could eat I cried.. my main incision hurt and I was miserable but it teLltale does get better. Im a month out.. 35 lbs down and so much happier!!! It's really worth it .

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Kdedeo    52

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I've managed pretty well today' date=' but right now I'M SO FREAKING HUNGRY.

I know it's not "real", but that makes it no less miserable. I'd kill or die for just some chicken salad. I need to chew. I need meat.

This is awful. Why, why, WHY did I do this? :([/quote']

I have been hungry for certain foods, too. I'm sure it's because I'm not getting in all of my Protein. I dream of eating eggs and cottage cheese. It will come. When I need to chew, I've been sucking on sugar free mints. It helps. My friend who had this surgery said she kept asking herself why for the first four weeks. When she could finally eat real food, she was glad she had done it, and she still is almost two years out. She's a runner now, and never thought she'd do that.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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GeauxForIt    659

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Thanks for the encouragement y'all! Had a little meltdown last night. I'm exceptionally lucky to have such an amazing husband. Love that man!

Right now I'm feeling badass and in control. If course that can change in 5 minutes somehow knows. I'm thinking it'll be somewhat easier once I'm back at work since I'll be distracted.

Also, my large incision is stinging quite a bit today. Not excruciating pain, but burning and uncomfortable. Anyone else?!

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Kdedeo    52

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I'm so glad you're doing better today. My incisions were burning, too, and I was worried, but I had my follow up yesterday & the doc said they look good. I think it's just part of the healing process. When is your follow up appointment?

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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GeauxForIt    659

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I'm so glad you're doing better today. My incisions were burning' date=' too, and I was worried, but I had my follow up yesterday & the doc said they look good. I think it's just part of the healing process. When is your follow up appointment?

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy[/quote']

Not until next Tuesday!! :o

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GeauxForIt    659

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Y'all sure are quiet today!!

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angeliiz80    38

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6 days after surgery and couldn't wait any longer I am down 10 lbs :*) YAY I haven't been 232 lbs since before my 4 year old was born. Super happy. My incision also stings a bit, but I think it's just the healing. Glad to hear everyone is doing well :*)

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Kdedeo    52

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Y'all sure are quiet today!!

Yeah...I had a mixed day today so I've been quiet plus I was busy. I can finally drive!! So, I went to Walmart & used one of their driving carts and examined Protein powders & stuff. I bought some muscle milk, which is rather disgusting, but better when mixed with milk (I've been using lactaid). Then I bought some things I need like Shampoo, toothpaste, etc. I was exhausted when I was done, but I was still pretty happy to finally have some freedom (in case I didn't mention it, I also have a crushed big toe & have to wear this boot, which makes it hard to drive a clutch & now that I'm off the pain pills, my husband let me use his truck, which is manual).

Anyway, I did some work, made some Soup, and then felt like crap. My husband came home & cooked up eggs & hashbrowns with toast. It smelled so good. My Soup paled in comparison. Then he ate some popcorn. While he ate, I ate my soup.

I totally overate. I was miserable & then ended up getting sick. I kept thinking what have I done? How can I do this? How can I control myself for the rest of my life? I just want to eat & guzzle Water when I'm thirsty, not take these little sips that hardly quench my thirst. I feel totally screwed. I know this will pass, but I kind of feel stuck.

These Protein shakes are just disgusting to me. I want to make my own Protein Shakes, but I can't because I can't have any fruit yet. I'm not getting my Protein in, I'm full all the time, so it just seems impossible to drink everything I'm supposed to: 3 protein shakes a day + 64 ounces of Water? ! How???

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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Kdedeo    52

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Today is starting out great my 4 year old started Pre K and I walked my 8 year old to the bus stop so I got in a little more than a half hour of exercise. I am doing well with my Protein and Water intake.

Good for you! How are you getting your Protein in? I'm really struggling with that.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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Kdedeo    52

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I'm starving too. My sleeve was 10-18.

Welcome to the group!!

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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SummerMarie    89

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Yeah...I had a mixed day today so I've been quiet plus I was busy. I can finally drive!! So' date=' I went to Walmart & used one of their driving carts and examined Protein powders & stuff. I bought some muscle milk, which is rather disgusting, but better when mixed with milk (I've been using lactaid). Then I bought some things I need like Shampoo, toothpaste, etc. I was exhausted when I was done, but I was still pretty happy to finally have some freedom (in case I didn't mention it, I also have a crushed big toe & have to wear this boot, which makes it hard to drive a clutch & now that I'm off the pain pills, my husband let me use his truck, which is manual).

Anyway, I did some work, made some Soup, and then felt like crap. My husband came home & cooked up eggs & hashbrowns with toast. It smelled so good. My Soup paled in comparison. Then he ate some popcorn. While he ate, I ate my soup.

I totally overate. I was miserable & then ended up getting sick. I kept thinking what have I done? How can I do this? How can I control myself for the rest of my life? I just want to eat & guzzle Water when I'm thirsty, not take these little sips that hardly quench my thirst. I feel totally screwed. I know this will pass, but I kind of feel stuck.

These Protein shakes are just disgusting to me. I want to make my own Protein Shakes, but I can't because I can't have any fruit yet. I'm not getting my Protein in, I'm full all the time, so it just seems impossible to drink everything I'm supposed to: 3 protein shakes a day + 64 ounces of Water? ! How???

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy[/quote']

I'm not too fond of muscle milk either.. I ordered some Protein powder online called Isopure and its a lot better. Once u get to pureed bananas are good in them too. I use soy vanilla lite of course and its not too bad. I've even used frozen bananas and strawberries. It's like a smoothie.

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GeauxForIt    659

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Yesterday was pretty good for me, but I, too, felt full all day and didn't get my Water and Protein in. I'm feeling crappy today. My large incision is bothering me, burning and sore. I'm feeling just blah and tired.

I guess I won't get my energy back until next week when I'm on real food...puréed but real food! This is hard. And no one in my "real life" truly understands what I'm going through. Thank goodness I have this forum!

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Kdedeo    52

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I'm not too fond of muscle milk either.. I ordered some Protein powder online called Isopure and its a lot better. Once u get to pureed bananas are good in them too. I use soy vanilla lite of course and its not too bad. I've even used frozen bananas and strawberries. It's like a smoothie.< /p>

I ordered some stuff online & it arrives tomorrow. I hope it tastes ok. I was told no fruit until week 8. It's interesting how different the programs can be. Today I'm going to try mixing my powder with greek yogurt, milk, & some instant pudding mix. We'll see how that goes. I might just eat the yogurt, though.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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Kdedeo    52

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Yesterday was pretty good for me' date=' but I, too, felt full all day and didn't get my Water and Protein in. I'm feeling crappy today. My large incision is bothering me, burning and sore. I'm feeling just blah and tired.

I guess I won't get my energy back until next week when I'm on real food...puréed but real food! This is hard. And no one in my "real life" truly understands what I'm going through. Thank goodness I have this forum![/quote']

It is hard. It's funny to think of how many people think it's the easy way out.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

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