SEPTEMBER 2014 POST-OP SLEEVERS CHECKING IN!

[*Lexie* 1,486]

Has anyone experienced kidney area back pain after eating?

I sure have! I tried a half piece of toast and I think it got stuck because I got pain in my stomach, chest and lower back for like 2 hours. Another time when I tried flatbread (because that might work...) I got the same pain. I stopped eating bread, I don't need to be told twice. Well actually I do.

I'm so glad you asked because I haven't heard anyone say anything about back pain before.

[AllofMe 49]

I sure have! I tried a half piece of toast and I think it got stuck because I got pain in my stomach, chest and lower back for like 2 hours. Another time when I tried flatbread (because that might work...) I got the same pain. I stopped eating bread, I don't need to be told twice. Well actually I do.

I'm so glad you asked because I haven't heard anyone say anything about back pain before.

Oh, I got that back pain too with pita bread but didn't put the two together. Duh. Thanks for the info. ????️AllofMe

[IronDruggist 136]

Had my 2 month f/u, and the first time I've weighed myself since my 2 week f/u. Here's my stats so far :-D

HW 315

SW 298

CW 255

Sleeved 9/2, doing great so far...my PA is kind of a prick, but oh well lol. Any other horse folks out there that have a hard time explaining how riding really is a work out? I ride dressage, and man! I'm huffing and puffing after 15 minutes. PA said it was just adrenaline /sigh

[AllofMe 49]

Had my 2 month f/u, and the first time I've weighed myself since my 2 week f/u. Here's my stats so far :-D

HW 315

SW 298

CW 255

Sleeved 9/2, doing great so far...my PA is kind of a prick, but oh well lol. Any other horse folks out there that have a hard time explaining how riding really is a work out? I ride dressage, and man! I'm huffing and puffing after 15 minutes. PA said it was just adrenaline /sigh

Riding is a great workout. All that leg work to post properly. Keep it up and you'll have killer legs. I wish I could ride again, used to love it as a kid. Maybe I'll check into it. Have a great day????

[Pamela870 21]

I am just so excited and I can't think of any other person or people to share with (as most of my friends and family don't know about my WL surgery). Yesterday I went to see my Oncologist for my 3 month check up after battling Breast Cancer all Summer. Not only was she so happy to see my weight loss and life style changes, as this is essential to the cancer not returning, but my blood pressure was 124/77. I haven't seen those numbers in years. I have been on the high blood pressure border line, and some times over that borderline, for quite a few years. It feels so good to be healthier and be inspired to make better choices. I am exercising and eating so much better. I feel like the surgery has made this so much easier.

Also, last night I went shopping and bought 3 pairs of size 14 jeans. I can get them on, but they are still a few weeks from being comfortable....I will use them for inspiration over the Thanksgiving holiday. Has any one been stressing over the upcoming Holidays? I have. I am struggling with the urge to entertain. Nothing sounds good to cook. Maybe I will do a potluck with my family this year. Any thoughts?

[AllofMe 49]

I am just so excited and I can't think of any other person or people to share with (as most of my friends and family don't know about my WL surgery). Yesterday I went to see my Oncologist for my 3 month check up after battling Breast Cancer all Summer. Not only was she so happy to see my weight loss and life style changes, as this is essential to the cancer not returning, but my blood pressure was 124/77. I haven't seen those numbers in years. I have been on the high blood pressure border line, and some times over that borderline, for quite a few years. It feels so good to be healthier and be inspired to make better choices. I am exercising and eating so much better. I feel like the surgery has made this so much easier.

Also, last night I went shopping and bought 3 pairs of size 14 jeans. I can get them on, but they are still a few weeks from being comfortable....I will use them for inspiration over the Thanksgiving holiday. Has any one been stressing over the upcoming Holidays? I have. I am struggling with the urge to entertain. Nothing sounds good to cook. Maybe I will do a potluck with my family this year. Any thoughts?

I find it hard deciding what to cook for Thanksgiving too. Potluck is a great plan. Maybe provide the meat and let your guests bring the sides and dessert.

Congrats on your good update too.

[Pwfnp 20]

I went and saw my oncologist last week and when he came into the room he told me he was so glad that I had had the sleeve. When he saw me in the hall he told me he was starting to think what tests to run because of my weight loss. I also battled breast cancer the last year.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Sleeved on the 18th. My surgery was done laproscopically and I had minimal pain. In fact I was up and walking in recovery. No issue with gas either. In the hospital 2 days and discharged home with a visiting nurse. Nurse was discharged after my 2 week follow up.

[nikkycoly 13]

Sleeved 9/22. I eat softer foods but am in solids. Protein first and have introduced veggies. Softer ones cooked like zucchini and broccoli. I do eat salad a lot. I chew it good and my sleeve handles it very well. I too battles with the uncomfortable full feeling but it seems to

Get better and you just kind of know. I eat slowly and take breaks. Tonight for dinner had tuna with light mayo. Maybe ate half the can at most probably closer to 1/4. As soon as I start to feel full I stop. If I feel like what I've eaten is settled I may indulge in another bite. I just listen to the signs of my body. I noticed I used to get one hiccup when I was reaching the to full feeling. Now that's stopped because I seem to know before that now. I do get hungry. I feel an empty growling feeling. It's all about listening to my body more.

[BellaLuce4 261]

Anyone in a stall? I can't seem to break this one! It's been just over 2 weeks and I gained a pound. I'm logging everything I eat, drinking my Water and stated exercising. I read the thread about stalls and understand it, I just want it to end.. Lol

Any recommendations?

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Anyone in a stall? I can't seem to break this one! It's been just over 2 weeks and I gained a pound. I'm logging everything I eat, drinking my Water and stated exercising. I read the thread about stalls and understand it, I just want it to end.. Lol

Any recommendations?

How often are you weighing yourself? I'm not a scale person at all. It makes me crazy and I start living for the scale. I only get weighed when I go to the doctor. So I won't get weighed again until I go back next month. Instead I focus on eating well, drinking Water and exercise. 2 weeks could be anything from water weight to hormones. Especially if it's just a pound.

[Kelly729 27]

How often are you weighing yourself? I'm not a scale person at all. It makes me crazy and I start living for the scale. I only get weighed when I go to the doctor. So I won't get weighed again until I go back next month. Instead I focus on eating well, drinking Water and exercise. 2 weeks could be anything from Water weight to hormones. Especially if it's just a pound.

I'm the same - I only get weighed at the dr. Last time I was weighed was 10/3. I won't get weighed again until 12/10. I try to concentrate more on the NSVs!

Edited November 12, 2014 by Kelly729

[BellaLuce4 261]

Thank for your input. I was weighing myself in every day and finally stopped, it was killing me! Now I am 1 time a week, which is taking incredible willpower... Lol !!

[ochiatl 24]

I was sleeved on 9/12. Just wanted to share how excited I am.....put on a pair of jeans I hadn't worn in 2 years!!!! Though its frustrating that the scale isn't moving quickly.....I'm glad that it isn't because I know that slower weight loss is healthier. I have to admit that I have cheated on Halloween candy. Not a lot mind you but I've snuck a couple of Almond Joys. I'm doing much better with getting in my Water but still don't have a big appetite. No regrets!

[steffie4you 13]

Has anyone tried Papaya Enzyme chewable Tablets? I used to take them to help with digestion and was thinking of trying them now that I have been sleeved.

American Health Super Papaya Enzyme Plus Chewable Description

• The "after meal" Supplement®
• Natural Digestive Enzyme Support
• Promotes Nutrient Absorption