Hi, I am new to the sleeve group and 5 weeks post surgery. I feel honored and privileged to learn more about the bariatric pal community and the courage, resolve and authenticity you regularly share. While very much a rookie in all this... I do hope, I too, can be of value and an encouragement to others.

Question: I continue to experience an odd sensation upon my shoulders, especially when preparing meals, walking any distance or i.e. wrapping a present yesterday on the kitchen island. It feels like a ton of pressure weighing down on my entire body. I did have tremendous pain in the left shoulder from the drainage tube days after surgery. It was not gas. I never had any shoulder or back issues previous to surgery. Any thoughts on this?

AS I lost weight I experienced a lot of pain in my back and shoulders. I think it has to do with losing weight and starting to carry my weight differently. I suggest asking your doctor. It's important to know that physically you are okay to exercise. I realized my pain was my body adjusting to losing weight and being able to walk better. As I gained more movement, the pain lessened. Do get it checked out.

I would consult your dr about the pain. Sometimes loosing that much weight the skin sets differently on your body and actually can pull causing pain or discomfort. Hope you find relief soon.