I'm about 9 days away from surgery and I keep craving food like mad the closer it gets. I've fought off the cravings now for a few weeks, have felt like I've been starving myself for weeks, feel like I've done a great job barely ever sneaking a bad carb.

BUT.....

I feel like if it's this bad now, how bad is it going to be after surgery when it's all done? Is this normal at the stage I'm at? Is it normal to feel like I'm starving? I don't want to feel so hungry anymore. Please someone tell me it's going to feel different post op then it does now.

Make sure you are drinking tons of water...that will help with feeling hungry in pre op....as far as post op....I'm only day 5....but I haven't felt hungry at all...I sip my water all day...have a sugar free popsicle occasionally....but day 5 post op....no hunger for me....I wish you good luck and that you continue doing great!!! And then speedy recovery!

How are you doing recovery wise? And congrats on making it to the other side.

My recovery has been pretty good...I have 7 incision sites and only one is sore...and that's the one that requires packing....if I keep up with my pain meds it's a very minimal bother!! I feel great and have been stopping myself from checking the scale...lol...I drink tons of water....well I sip all day long and it feels like a ton!! I did have to stay in the hospital a lil longer than we had anticipated but it was just for a low hemoglobin count and it went right back up....and now that I'm home...with 4 kids....I'm glad I had that extra night in the hospital!!! I'll keep you in my prayers!!!

• Hi, I am stressing too, but my stress is indecision. Should I, shouldn;t I? I read here about all the problems that people have, and it worries me. I am considering having the surgery done in Mexico, and I worry about what if something happens, and I can't get back to the doctor to see what is wrong?

• Hi, I am stressing too, but my stress is indecision. Should I, shouldn;t I? I read here about all the problems that people have, and it worries me. I am considering having the surgery done in Mexico, and I worry about what if something happens, and I can't get back to the doctor to see what is wrong?

The desicion to get this done was a long one for me as well....I waited almost 2 years then had to do all the insurance hoop jumping...I wish I hadn't waited! I wish I would have taken the leap....granted I'm not going to mexico....but I highly suggest you do it...there have been so many people who go to Mexico and get it done....I would just make sure you have PCP that you trust for your return....I haven't had any complications.....I'm about a week out! This forum is amazing for support and most questions you have!!! Good luck on your journey and please keep us informed! !!

Hi ferchalicious , thanks for the encouraging words. I just sent off my email to book the date. It feels exciting, and in a good way. BTW, it feel weird to use your screen name.....is there an easier one I can use to address you?

Strangely I was craving scallops for two weeks post op! It wasn't that bad though. I think knowing that you can't have it or you will be very ill helps. Havent had too many bad cravings lately-if I do it is usually for something in my new routine of foods, so it's all good. This surgery really does assist you, it really has helped me re-learn things, and I am still on the learning side of things everyday.

Hi ferchalicious , thanks for the encouraging words. I just sent off my email to book the date. It feels exciting, and in a good way. BTW, it feel weird to use your screen name.....is there an easier one I can use to address you?

Oh yay! I'm excited for you!!! My name is Cleo!

I can't say the cravings completely go away post op, but something has changed. My cravings are not as strong. Oh and dumping keeps me from trying. A couple of bad episodes and I am no longer interested. I struggled preop. I had no will power. Post op you can stick a dessert tray in my face and I can say no. A hamburger or even a sandwich sounds great, but I know I can't have the bread. I have found different ways to satisfy my cravings. I make lettuce wraps instead of sandwiches and I will even wrap a turkey burger with lettuce. My limited amounts of food also help. I know I have to get my protein in so there isn't much room for anything else. Does a cheesy slice of pizza look good? It does and it smells delicious. Is it worth me feeling sick the rest if the day? Nope!! I feel great, my will power is so strong. I feel determined!! Most of all, I'm so glad I did this surgery and changed my life.