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On 07/21/2020 at 21:28, ladymgsv said:



My surgery was July 1st. I am down approx. 30lbs. It’s been different. I had an allergic reaction to my Vitamins, but other than that, adjusting well. I am at the puréed stage and that has been a huge relief! I am ready for a real meal though! Hope everyone is doing well and are having success!


Congratulations! I was sleeved July 7th. I’m down 12lbs. I have bad spams when food goes down. What is exercise routine like?

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I’ve started chicken salad! It’s been going down well. I was putting it in my ninja but there wasn’t much difference so I just mash it up. That has given me a little variety. And o NEEDED it! My go to snack has been crystal light slushees! It helps fools and helps me get in my liquids! I did have a received bean dip one day and it was delish! Not really a dip but Beans and a little cheese. You are doing great! Keep killing it!

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I had laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery on July 9th and I'm down 12 pounds. Tonight I ate my 2nd non-liquid food since surgery and it seems I was able to consume too much. I had cream of wheat (3 Tbsp dry) 2 days ago and that was fine. Tonight I was able to finish a Chobani plain nf greek yogurt container. I thought the sleeve only allowed for 4 bites of food? I'm almost worried that something isn't right with my surgery and I paid cash. Should I be able to comfortably eat a container of non-fat Chobani?

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44 minutes ago, KokoA said:
2 minutes ago, butterisnotacarb said:

I have not been able to eat an entire yogurt. I can’t eat an entire anything. I am also not allowed to eat grainy foods like COW or grits. Did you feel full or sick after the yogurt? Where did you have your surgery?

I had gastric sleeve surgery on July 9th and I'm down 12 pounds. I ate the 2nd non-liquid food tonight and it seems like I was able to consume too much. I've had cream of wheat (3 Tbsp dry) 2 days ago but tonight I was able to finish a Chobani plain nf greek yogurt container. I thought the sleeve only allowed for 4 bites of food? I'm almost worried that something isn't right with my surgery and I paid cash. Should I be able to comfortably eat a container of non-fat Chobani?


44 minutes ago, KokoA said:

Congratulations! I was sleeved July 7th. I’m down 12lbs. I have bad spams when food goes down. What is exercise routine like?

51 minutes ago, Swjtes said:

Congratulations!! I was sleeved on July 8th and down 24lbs. You made my day by sharing how much you lost and giving me hope:) The Vitamins make me gag but I get them down. I agree this is different. I am in purée stage too . Getting a little tired is ground chicken and eggs but it is worth it! Please share any good recipes !

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3 minutes ago, ladymgsv said:

Congests on your loss ladymgsv! I didn't feel sick, no. I'm in St. Louis, MO and I my surgeon was Dr. Minkin at St. Luke's hospital. I paid more for him because he's one of the top bariatric surgeons in the city. After my surgery, I stayed 2 nights in the hospital and was super nauseous. After going home, I never once needed the anti-nausea or pain medication prescribed. I asked about this at my post-op and Dr. said it was normal for laparoscopic after a 2 night stay. I hate that I'm questioning him or the surgery but... From what I've read, I expected worse. I also feel hunger pangs, not rumbling but pain. I thought the process got rid of the hunger hormones? Hope I'm worrying for nothing.

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From what my doctor said that varies. I too, feel my hunger pains. But then I eat and can’t. I don’t think you have anything to worry about. I did not use meds when I came home. I was mostly sleepy. Lol! But I’m good now!

Every doctor has their way. As long as we are healthy and lining our best life.

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5 minutes ago, ladymgsv said:

From what my doctor said that varies. I too, feel my hunger pains. But then I eat and can’t. I don’t think you have anything to worry about. I did not use meds when I came home. I was mostly sleepy. Lol! But I’m good now!

Every doctor has their way. As long as we are healthy and lining our best life.

Thank you! I was panicking. I texted my mom and was like OMG!! But you are right, every doctor is different.

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On 7/18/2020 at 9:02 AM, desiree222 said:

Mine was on July 8th I've lost 7kg since then.

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Hey were surgery twins!!!!! I have lost 23pds and I feel great... but I’m still having pain in the incision they pulled the stomach out of... huh

On 7/19/2020 at 9:01 PM, shrinkingviolette said:

I replied earlier, but I had my sleeve on 7/13. I am struggling with the liquid diet. I would do anything for something soft or mushy even...just food. I hate that I’m always having to sip something that tastes disgusting (protein shakes and broth) and my tummy is constantly rumbling and bubbling, and causing burps. I miss meals with my family.

I’ve seen from other threads that it gets better pretty quickly with most people able to eat mostly normally, although obviously in much smaller portions, around a month out. Trying to stay positive, but there have been moments when I’ve wondered if I made the right choice. I think the anesthesia effects, recovery from surgery, lack of calories, and hormonal differences do a number on your emotions. Can’t wait to feel more happy and healthy!

On 7/20/2020 at 4:24 AM, Phoenix20 said:

Heading to hospital now I’m so nervous!!!!

On 7/18/2020 at 9:02 AM, desiree222 said:

Mine was on July 8th I've lost 7kg since then.

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Joined the Losers bench this morning! I'm feeling well and everything went great. [emoji3059]

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Close enough, I was June 24!

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Congratulations....mine is in the morning.

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Thank you!

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