August Post Ops

[naynay209 21]

I'm getting so discouraged. I had surgery on August 6 on that say I weighed 302 And as of today I'm 6 weeks post op I weigh 274 I've been at a stall and it's driving me crazy seeing you's who had surgery later in the month already lost more weight than I have ahhhh what am I doing wrong other than exercise I know I need to exercise more and get in more Protein but it's sooo hard especially since I have no energy' date=' I get dizzy so easily and get black and white spots Infront of my face feeling like I'm in a tunnel when I get up off my couch it takes up to a couple mins to stop... Idk what to do feel like I'm at a loss and I have noone to talk to... Driving me crazy ... Anyone else who feels like they're at a loss lol I need people to vent with hahaha[/quote']

I had my surgery on the 6th and I was 330, I'm at 292 now. I am hardly eating. When I do it doesn't sit well, or I throw it up. I am getting enough fluids because at two weeks out I got dehydrated. Didn't go to Er cause I was not having an Iv put in, i just started drinking Water non stop. I barely am getting maybe 20-30 of protein a day and protein powders or shakes don't sit well. I am getting more energy as I'm eating more. I get dizzy every time I get up. I have to hold on to the walls or couch. I am not seeing any spots. I feel the same as you about having someone to talk to. My friend had the surgery about 10 years ago but she just moved across the country and it's hard to find time to talk.

[beckyford 57]

I'm with you girls...had surgery August 6th...weighed 303 that day...now 270...actually a few days has been 271...I feel stuck...

[kparadisek 115]

Ladies I would say that if 3 of you had surgery around the same time and have lost around the same amount then you must all be doing something right! Focus on the positive! Enjoy your new tool! Be patient and follow your Doctors orders the weight will come off. Good luck to you all! Keep us posted on your progress. We are here for you! You all are winners and I'm proud of you!

[naynay209 21]

Ladies I would say that if 3 of you had surgery around the same time and have lost around the same amount then you must all be doing something right! Focus on the positive! Enjoy your new tool! Be patient and follow your Doctors orders the weight will come off. Good luck to you all! Keep us posted on your progress. We are here for you! You all are winners and I'm proud of you!

Thank you so much for the encouragement and support.

[steph-rny 9]

I have had lots of trouble getting enough Protein in general, but today I maybe got 10g, though my excuse is I am in the middle of an 11 hr roadtrip and I don't want to risk getting the shits on the side of the road lol

[kloveburd 132]

I have had lots of trouble getting enough Protein in general' date=' but today I maybe got 10g, though my excuse is I am in the middle of an 11 hr roadtrip and I don't want to risk getting the shits on the side of the road lol[/quote']

That's how I feel every day when I have work! I don't have time to be sick at work. Lately nothing except Protein Bars have been going down terrible. I did have a chicken salad today and it was magical. But everything else was terrible. Makes me sad.

[CrisG 70]

Ladies I would say that if 3 of you had surgery around the same time and have lost around the same amount then you must all be doing something right! Focus on the positive! Enjoy your new tool! Be patient and follow your Doctors orders the weight will come off. Good luck to you all! Keep us posted on your progress. We are here for you! You all are winners and I'm proud of you!

I also had surgery on the 6th. I am down 31 since surgery. So we all seem to be close in how much we lost.

[anniesmommy 26]

I forgot I had this sweet cocktail glass. It has the oz measurements on the side.

I just made a Protein shake with milk, About Time birthday cake Protein, instant Decaf coffee crystals and ice. Pretty tasty and I HATE protein shakes!

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[anniesmommy 26]

Last night I cooked dinner for my family for the first time since I had surgery. I even made dessert. I tasted the casserole and the dessert but had no desire to eat my little portion.

I guess I am still scared to eat much. I don't like the feeling I get when I over do something or something doesn't sit well.

I know I am not eating enough and not getting enough Protein in like I should. I'm working on it though.

[IrishSparkle14 4]

I had my surgery on the 6th and I was 330' date=' I'm at 292 now. I am hardly eating. When I do it doesn't sit well, or I throw it up. I am getting enough fluids because at two weeks out I got dehydrated. Didn't go to Er cause I was not having an Iv put in, i just started drinking Water non stop. I barely am getting maybe 20-30 of Protein a day and Protein powders or shakes don't sit well. I am getting more energy as I'm eating more. I get dizzy every time I get up. I have to hold on to the walls or couch. I am not seeing any spots. I feel the same as you about having someone to talk to. My friend had the surgery about 10 years ago but she just moved across the country and it's hard to find time to talk.[/quote']

Hang in there.... It will get better. Things are still pretty swollen at 5 weeks out. Water water water is the big thing. The dizzy and the spots the other girl has are definitely dehydration signs. I get them too and know I've got to push the water when I do. Actually drinking without a straw works the best for me...the straw maybe pushed air bubbles. Idk. The only powder I can get down without gagging is the nectar lemon tea which tastes like an iced tea instead of the thick milky stuff. I think we're all on this forum looking for help and support....I'll be your friend

[bloreorbust 286]

I had my 3 week appointment today and am certainly disappointed that my number on the scale was only 12lbs under my surgery day weight. Afterall, I have a lot of weight to lose. However, the doctor was not concerned at all (he thinks I'm still carrying some of my 20+ pounds of Water weight), my wounds are healing nicely, I can have some vegetables now, and I've already gone down a size. Hoping to get closer to my personal goal by my 100 day appointment in December. And OHMYGOODNESSIMSOHAPPY I DON'T HAVE TO GO BACK IN FOR 3 WHOLE MONTHS!

[naynay209 21]

Hang in there.... It will get better. Things are still pretty swollen at 5 weeks out. Water water water is the big thing. The dizzy and the spots the other girl has are definitely dehydration signs. I get them too and know I've got to push the water when I do. Actually drinking without a straw works the best for me...the straw maybe pushed air bubbles. Idk. The only powder I can get down without gagging is the nectar lemon tea which tastes like an iced tea instead of the thick milky stuff. I think we're all on this forum looking for help and support....I'll be your friend

Thank you so much. I don't know if Anyone else is having feelings of depression but I am. Just feeling blue and crying about anything. I hope it passes. Thank you for the friend offer. I'll take it. And thank you for the advice.

[jennifer b 15]

I weighed in my reg doctor a day ago down 23lbs now but might have to call doctor not sure but might be having problems now

[seriousaboutme 10]

Hello all, I had my surgery on August 27, 2013 and immediately suffered major complications. I spent 11 days in hospital and another 13 days at my daughter's house because the pain I was having was crippling and prevented me from climbing stairs. I am home now I am feeling better and I have lost 31.5 pounds. My only issue is getting in the Protein. Good luck too all of us.

[IrishSparkle14 4]

Thank you so much. I don't know if Anyone else is having feelings of depression but I am. Just feeling blue and crying about anything. I hope it passes. Thank you for the friend offer. I'll take it. And thank you for the advice.

Does your hospital offer support groups? Those can be so helpful in at least not making you feel alone in the journey.